Riverside Community Special School

URN: 116600 • Waterlooville PO7 5QD

Overview

Name
Riverside Community Special School
URN
116600
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
55.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Catherine Le Roux (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02392250138
Website
Visit
Address
Scratchface Lane, Waterlooville PO7 5QD

Summary

Riverside Community Special School, located in Waterlooville, Hampshire, is a community special school catering to 151 pupils with special educational needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and learning challenges. The school operates 14 classes for children from Reception to Year 6, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment tailored to individual needs. The interim Head Teacher, Mrs. Josie Payne, oversees the school until January 2026, when Mrs. Jodie Hope will assume the role.

The school prioritises the wellbeing and mental health of its pupils, providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere. Learning experiences are designed to be engaging and varied, with a focus on small group activities that foster social skills and personal interests. Riverside employs a communication-rich environment, utilising tools such as Makaton and visual aids to support diverse learning styles.

Riverside Community Special School has received the Wellbeing Award, reflecting its commitment to promoting positive mental health. The school encourages parental involvement through group visits for prospective placements, although current admissions for September 2025 are fully allocated. Parents interested in future placements are advised to contact the school office for more information.

Key details

LA
Hampshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
149
Pupils
151
Boys
110
Girls
41
FSM %
44.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 151 110 41 149 44.40
2024-09-11 139 99 40 137 45.30
2023-09-11 127 98 29 137 51.20
2022-09-11 127 98 29 121 51.20
2021-09-11 125 97 28 117 52.00
2020-09-11 110 83 27 117 50.90

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