Owlswick School

URN: 114660 • Lewes BN7 3NF

Overview

Name
Owlswick School
URN
114660
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Thomas Parks (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01273091170
Website
Address
Newhaven Road, Lewes BN7 3NF

Summary

Owlswick School, located in Lewes, East Sussex, is an independent special school catering to a mixed-gender cohort of 12 pupils, with a capacity of 15. The school focuses on providing tailored educational support for children who have experienced complex trauma and adverse childhood experiences. With a commitment to therapeutic education, Owlswick aims to help pupils rebuild self-belief and develop effective learning skills in a nurturing environment.

The school's ethos is centred around creating a close-knit community where pupils feel a sense of belonging and trust in their educational journey. This supportive atmosphere is designed to empower students to overcome challenges and achieve their personal best. The school operates as part of the Compass Community Schools network, which offers bespoke education packages and therapeutic support to meet the diverse needs of its students.

Owlswick School's approach integrates education, therapy, and care, ensuring that each child's unique requirements are addressed. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that prioritises equality and equity, enabling pupils to thrive academically and personally.

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Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
10 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
15
Pupils
12
Boys
12
Girls
0
FSM %
Open date
1982-03-05
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 12 12 0 15
2024-09-11 13 13 0 15
2023-09-11 10 10 0 15 0.00
2022-09-11 10 10 0 15 0.00
2021-09-11 9 9 0 15 0.00
2020-09-11 8 8 0 15 0.00

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