Bennerley Fields Specialist Speech and Language College
URN: 113037 • Ilkeston DE7 8QZ
Overview
- Name
- Bennerley Fields Specialist Speech and Language College
- URN
- 113037
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 66.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ann Harrison (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Stratford Street, Ilkeston DE7 8QZ
Summary
Bennerley Fields Specialist Speech and Language College is a community special school located in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, catering to 87 pupils with a focus on speech and language development. The school is part of the Esteem Multi Academy Trust, which comprises several special schools and pupil support centres across the East and West Midlands. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with parents and the wider community to create an inclusive environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional growth of each student.
The school prides itself on nurturing students and fostering their independence, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges. Testimonials from parents highlight the positive impact of the school's tailored approach, with many noting significant improvements in their children's confidence and communication skills. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of pupils, promoting both academic success and personal development.
Bennerley Fields School encourages open communication with families, welcoming visits to provide insights into the school's ethos and teaching methods. The commitment to student well-being and progress is evident in the strong relationships formed between staff, students, and parents.
The school prides itself on nurturing students and fostering their independence, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges. Testimonials from parents highlight the positive impact of the school's tailored approach, with many noting significant improvements in their children's confidence and communication skills. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of pupils, promoting both academic success and personal development.
Bennerley Fields School encourages open communication with families, welcoming visits to provide insights into the school's ethos and teaching methods. The commitment to student well-being and progress is evident in the strong relationships formed between staff, students, and parents.
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Nearby alternatives
- Amber Valley & Erewash Support Centre (56.6)
- Bennerley Fields School (50.5)
- Esteem Valley Academy (48.1)
- Gateway Nursery School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 2 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 87
- Pupils
- 87
- Boys
- 64
- Girls
- 23
- FSM %
- 43.00
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-07-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2015-01-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 87 | 64 | 23 | 87 | 43.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 87 | 64 | 23 | 87 | 43.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 87 | 64 | 23 | 87 | 43.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 87 | 64 | 23 | 87 | 43.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 87 | 64 | 23 | 87 | 43.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 87 | 64 | 23 | 87 | 43.00 |
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