Ellen Tinkham School
URN: 113633 • Exeter EX1 3RW
Overview
- Name
- Ellen Tinkham School
- URN
- 113633
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SENtient Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nikki Burroughs (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01392467168
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hollow Lane, Exeter EX1 3RW
Summary
Ellen Tinkham School is a foundation special school located in Exeter, Devon, catering to pupils aged 3 to 19 with an Education, Health & Care Plan. The school prides itself on being a warm and caring community where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school is built around inclusivity, ensuring that every pupil has a voice and is supported in their learning journey.
The curriculum at Ellen Tinkham is designed to be adaptable and personalised, structured into three pathways to meet individual needs. It focuses on developing essential communication and life skills, preparing students for future opportunities. Pupils engage in a broad range of subjects, with assessments and annual reviews guiding their progress and setting targets tailored to their unique requirements.
Ellen Tinkham School operates across two sites, providing a seamless transition from primary to secondary education. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with parents and professionals to foster a supportive environment, ensuring that each child can thrive academically and socially within their local community.
The curriculum at Ellen Tinkham is designed to be adaptable and personalised, structured into three pathways to meet individual needs. It focuses on developing essential communication and life skills, preparing students for future opportunities. Pupils engage in a broad range of subjects, with assessments and annual reviews guiding their progress and setting targets tailored to their unique requirements.
Ellen Tinkham School operates across two sites, providing a seamless transition from primary to secondary education. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with parents and professionals to foster a supportive environment, ensuring that each child can thrive academically and socially within their local community.
Useful links
- Admissions (other)
- Summer 2025 Dates (as at 2nd June) (other)
- 5th January 2025 (other)
- 25th November 2024 (other)
- eSchools Login (other)
- Curriculum (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- eSchools (other)
- Policies and Accessibility Statement (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Vranch House School (61.3)
- University of Exeter (60.2)
- Torlands Academy (58.2)
- Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School (56.7)
- The Outdoors School (56.1)
Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SENtient Trust
- Capacity
- 220
- Pupils
- 236
- Boys
- 163
- Girls
- 73
- FSM %
- 48.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 236 | 163 | 73 | 220 | 48.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 237 | 164 | 73 | 220 | 45.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 240 | 170 | 70 | 220 | 45.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 240 | 170 | 70 | 220 | 45.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 237 | 169 | 68 | 220 | 37.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 226 | 160 | 66 | 220 | 36.80 |
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