The Coppice School
URN: 119893 • Preston PR5 6GY
Overview
- Name
- The Coppice School
- URN
- 119893
- 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
- 57.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- S L Seddon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772336342
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ash Grove, Preston PR5 6GY
Summary
The Coppice School is a community special school located in Preston, Lancashire, catering to a diverse range of special educational needs for students aged 2 to 19 years. With a current enrollment of 66 pupils and a capacity of 68, the school prides itself on its strong relationships with students and their families, ensuring that each child's individual needs are met through tailored support and education plans.
The curriculum at The Coppice School is designed to be inclusive and comprehensive, covering Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and College levels. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, incorporating various extracurricular opportunities and a focus on personal development. Additionally, the school provides resources for online safety, work-related learning, and a robust careers programme, preparing students for their future.
The Coppice School is committed to fostering an environment of equality and diversity, ensuring that all students feel valued and supported. Parents can find further information about the school's ethos, policies, and events on their website, which serves as a key resource for the school community.
The curriculum at The Coppice School is designed to be inclusive and comprehensive, covering Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and College levels. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, incorporating various extracurricular opportunities and a focus on personal development. Additionally, the school provides resources for online safety, work-related learning, and a robust careers programme, preparing students for their future.
The Coppice School is committed to fostering an environment of equality and diversity, ensuring that all students feel valued and supported. Parents can find further information about the school's ethos, policies, and events on their website, which serves as a key resource for the school community.
Useful links
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- mobile app (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Kirkham Pear Tree School (67.3)
- Cedar Lodge School (65.3)
- Progress School (63.8)
- Bracken School (62.7)
- University of Central Lancashire (58.7)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 68
- Pupils
- 66
- Boys
- 40
- Girls
- 26
- FSM %
- 34.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 66 | 40 | 26 | 68 | 34.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 66 | 38 | 28 | 68 | 30.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 65 | 39 | 26 | 68 | 38.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 65 | 39 | 26 | 68 | 38.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 64 | 39 | 25 | 68 | 37.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 64 | 39 | 25 | 68 | 31.50 |
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