Shorefields School

URN: 115471 • Clacton-on-Sea CO15 6HF

Overview

Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jennifer Grotier (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01255424412
Website
Visit
Address
Ogilvie House, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 6HF

Summary

Shorefields School is a community special school located in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, catering to 162 pupils aged 3 to 19 with a range of complex needs, including Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC). The school prides itself on providing a holistic education tailored to each individual learner, supported by a dedicated team of teachers, assistants, and therapists.

The curriculum is designed to promote independence, self-esteem, and respect for diversity, aligning with British values such as democracy, mutual respect, and individual liberty. Shorefields actively engages families in the educational process, ensuring that their voices are heard and valued. The school offers a variety of facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, sensory integration rooms, and outdoor play areas, enhancing the learning experience.

Shorefields School fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging pupils to develop social skills and respect for others. The school is committed to safeguarding students from radicalisation and promoting safe online practices, ensuring a supportive environment for all learners.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
145
Pupils
162
Boys
95
Girls
67
FSM %
55.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 162 95 67 145 55.10
2024-09-11 159 93 66 145 54.60
2023-09-11 148 89 59 145 52.80
2022-09-11 148 89 59 145 52.80
2021-09-11 145 91 54 145 43.90
2020-09-11 141 88 53 33.30

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