Villa Real School
URN: 114345 • Consett DH8 6BH
Overview
- Name
- Villa Real School
- URN
- 114345
- 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
- 53.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jill Bowe (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01207503651
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Villa Real Road, Consett DH8 6BH
Summary
Villa Real School is a community special school located in Consett, County Durham, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 2 to 19 years with severe, profound, medical, and complex learning difficulties, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Cerebral Palsy. The school prioritises a personalised and inclusive education within a safe and stimulating environment, aiming to help each student achieve their physical, emotional, and academic potential.
The school operates with a strong ethos centred on pupil well-being, dignity, and independence, fostering a nurturing atmosphere that encourages open communication and community involvement. Villa Real School values high expectations for both students and staff, promoting innovation and accountability in its educational practices.
With a current enrolment of 119 pupils, the school actively engages with parents and the local community, offering various events and initiatives, such as the recent library makeover supported by parents. The school also provides essential health services, including a flu vaccination programme, and maintains a commitment to safeguarding and supporting all students. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
The school operates with a strong ethos centred on pupil well-being, dignity, and independence, fostering a nurturing atmosphere that encourages open communication and community involvement. Villa Real School values high expectations for both students and staff, promoting innovation and accountability in its educational practices.
With a current enrolment of 119 pupils, the school actively engages with parents and the local community, offering various events and initiatives, such as the recent library makeover supported by parents. The school also provides essential health services, including a flu vaccination programme, and maintains a commitment to safeguarding and supporting all students. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- GOVERNORS (governance)
- SEND Local Offer (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND INFORMATION (sen)
- NEWS & EVENTS (calendar)
- HOME (other)
- ABOUT US (other)
- CONTACT US (other)
- OPENING TIMES (other)
- POLICIES (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Hassockfield Secure Training Centre (45.2)
- Learning for Life (42.2)
- Park View School (37.5)
- Delta Independent School (26.1)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 119
- Boys
- 81
- Girls
- 38
- FSM %
- 59.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 119 | 81 | 38 | 59.40 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 120 | 86 | 34 | 55.20 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 104 | 72 | 32 | 54.30 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 104 | 72 | 32 | 54.30 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 101 | 68 | 33 | 50.50 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 96 | 65 | 31 | 57.30 |
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