Dame Hannah Rogers School

URN: 113653 • Ivybridge PL21 9HQ

Overview

Name
Dame Hannah Rogers School
URN
113653
Type
Non-maintained special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jason Ryder (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Woodland Road, Ivybridge PL21 9HQ

Summary

Dame Hannah Rogers School, located in Ivybridge, Devon, is a non-maintained special school that serves a mixed-gender population of 12 pupils, with a capacity of 70. Established in 1767, it is one of the oldest charities in the UK, dedicated to enriching the lives of disadvantaged and disabled children and adults. The school has a rich history of pioneering support for children with disabilities, including being one of the first to open a school specifically for children with Cerebral Palsy in 1958.

The school adopts a holistic approach to education and care, providing 24-hour specialist support through a multidisciplinary team that includes nursing, physiotherapy, and speech and language therapy. This comprehensive support system enables students to develop confidence and independence in a nurturing environment tailored to their unique needs.

Dame Hannahs actively engages with the local community through various events and fundraising activities, fostering connections that enhance the support available to its pupils. The school's commitment to empowering young people ensures they receive the best opportunities for growth and development.

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Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
70
Pupils
12
Boys
6
Girls
6
FSM %
0.00
Open date
1950-01-01
Close date
2020-07-31
Last Ofsted
2016-11-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 12 6 6 70 0.00
2024-09-11 12 6 6 70 0.00
2023-09-11 12 6 6 70 0.00
2022-09-11 12 6 6 70 0.00
2021-09-11 12 6 6 70 0.00
2020-09-11 12 6 6 70 0.00

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