Waterloo Lodge
URN: 119853 • PR6 7AX
Overview
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Rigby (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01257230894
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 173 Preston Road, PR6 7AX
Summary
Waterloo Lodge School is an independent special school located in Chorley, Lancashire, catering to autistic young people aged 10 to 18 years. With a current enrolment of 43 pupils and a capacity of 55, the school prides itself on maintaining a high staff-to-pupil ratio, ensuring that each student receives tailored educational and therapeutic support in a nurturing environment.
The school's ethos centres on treating every individual with dignity and respect, fostering an atmosphere where students can thrive. Waterloo Lodge aims to be a model of best practice in special education, focusing on the unique needs of each learner to help them achieve their potential. The curriculum is designed to support personal development and academic growth, with a strong emphasis on collaboration between staff, parents, and carers.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of Waterloo Lodge, as evidenced by various fundraising initiatives and events that promote inclusivity and support for local causes. The school is committed to creating a positive and supportive environment, where both pupils and staff feel valued and empowered.
The school's ethos centres on treating every individual with dignity and respect, fostering an atmosphere where students can thrive. Waterloo Lodge aims to be a model of best practice in special education, focusing on the unique needs of each learner to help them achieve their potential. The curriculum is designed to support personal development and academic growth, with a strong emphasis on collaboration between staff, parents, and carers.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of Waterloo Lodge, as evidenced by various fundraising initiatives and events that promote inclusivity and support for local causes. The school is committed to creating a positive and supportive environment, where both pupils and staff feel valued and empowered.
Useful links
- News & Events (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Cookie Policy (download)
- Slavery Statement (download)
- About Us (other)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates & Ofsted Report, (other)
- Referrals and admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 9 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 55
- Pupils
- 43
- Boys
- 30
- Girls
- 13
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1995-07-10
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 43 | 30 | 13 | 55 | |
2024-09-11 | 45 | 22 | 23 | 55 | |
2023-09-11 | 44 | 22 | 22 | 55 | 0.00 |
2022-09-11 | 44 | 22 | 22 | 55 | 0.00 |
2021-09-11 | 47 | 30 | 17 | 55 | |
2020-09-11 | 44 | 31 | 13 | 55 |
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