Woodlands School

URN: 119871 • Blackpool FY3 9HF

Overview

Name
Woodlands School
URN
119871
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
60.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Karen Haworth (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01253316722
Website
Visit
Address
Whitegate Drive, Blackpool FY3 9HF

Summary

Woodlands School is a community special school located in Blackpool, catering to 108 pupils with a capacity of 110. The school is dedicated to supporting children with a range of special educational needs, including severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties, as well as additional needs such as sensory impairments and autism. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in the motto "Together we grow and learn," emphasizing collaboration among students, parents, staff, and the wider community to foster individual potential.

The curriculum at Woodlands is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students, with a focus on personalisation and flexibility. Teachers develop Personalised Learning Programmes in partnership with parents and external professionals, ensuring that each child receives the support necessary for their development. The school also utilises a variety of interventions and partnerships with outside agencies to enhance the educational experience.

Woodlands School values the importance of community involvement and encourages visits from families and professionals to foster understanding and collaboration. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all its students, ensuring a supportive and nurturing environment for learning.

Key details

LA
Blackpool
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
110
Pupils
108
Boys
79
Girls
29
FSM %
65.90
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-10-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 108 79 29 110 65.90
2024-09-11 110 77 33 110 62.40
2023-09-11 120 85 35 110 59.30
2022-09-11 120 85 35 120 59.30
2021-09-11 118 85 33 120 68.80
2020-09-11 120 85 35 120 43.40

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