Longcause Community Special School

URN: 113650 • Plymouth PL7 1JB

Overview

Name
Longcause Community Special School
URN
113650
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anne Hutchinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01752336881
Website
Visit
Address
Longcause, Plymouth PL7 1JB

Summary

Longcause Community Special School, located in Plymouth, is a mixed community special school catering to children aged 4-16, specifically those on the autism spectrum and with associated learning difficulties. With a current enrollment of 111 pupils and a capacity of 116, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment. The ethos of the school is built around the core values of Respect, Determination, and Friendship, which guide both staff and pupils in their daily interactions.

The school aims to be a centre of excellence for autism education, focusing on enhancing the life and well-being of its pupils. Longcause employs a high staffing ratio and small class sizes, typically between 8-14 students, to ensure personalized support and effective communication. The curriculum is designed to address individual needs through structured pathways, emphasizing social communication skills and life preparation.

Longcause fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging collaboration between families and staff to achieve the best outcomes for students. Through various initiatives, including school councils and democratic processes, pupils are taught the importance of British values, promoting tolerance, respect, and individual liberty within a safe and nurturing environment.

Key details

LA
Plymouth
Age range
4 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
116
Pupils
111
Boys
98
Girls
13
FSM %
46.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 111 98 13 116 46.80
2024-09-11 110 95 15 116 50.00
2023-09-11 116 98 18 116 43.10
2022-09-11 116 98 18 116 43.10
2021-09-11 111 95 16 111 40.50
2020-09-11 105 89 16 38.10

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