Pathfield School

URN: 113638 • Barnstaple EX31 1JU

Overview

Name
Pathfield School
URN
113638
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
55.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stuart Allman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01271342423
Website
Visit
Address
Abbey Road, Barnstaple EX31 1JU

Summary

Pathfield School is a foundation special school located in Barnstaple, Devon, catering to a mixed gender population of 190 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 186. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment, focusing on individualised learning tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students. With a significant percentage of pupils (41.7%) eligible for free school meals, Pathfield School actively collaborates with various agencies, including Social Care and healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive support for every child.

The ethos of Pathfield School centres on fostering communication and interaction, which are seen as essential components of learning. The staff are highly trained to create stimulating learning opportunities, ensuring that all students are engaged and supported in their educational journey. The school values the involvement of parents and carers, believing that a collaborative approach enhances the educational experience for pupils.

Community engagement is also a vital aspect of Pathfield School's operations, with numerous in-school activities and partnerships that benefit both students and the wider Barnstaple area. The school actively encourages fundraising initiatives to support projects that enhance the learning environment for all its pupils.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
SENtient Trust
Capacity
186
Pupils
190
Boys
125
Girls
65
FSM %
41.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-03-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 190 125 65 186 41.70
2024-09-11 189 123 66 186 44.40
2023-09-11 191 128 63 186 40.50
2022-09-11 191 128 63 186 40.50
2021-09-11 176 113 63 186 40.00
2020-09-11 151 97 54 137 38.00

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