The St Francis Special School, Lincoln
URN: 120755 • Lincoln LN1 3TJ
Overview
- Name
- The St Francis Special School, Lincoln
- URN
- 120755
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 62.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Janette Kennedy (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01522526498
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wickenby Crescent, Lincoln LN1 3TJ
Summary
St Francis Special School, located in Lincoln, is a community special school catering to 176 pupils aged 2 to 19 with a range of special educational needs, including physical and medical needs, social communication difficulties, and severe learning challenges. The school is committed to providing an inclusive education that prepares students for active participation in society and equips them with the skills necessary for adult life, whether that involves further education, employment, or independent living.
The school's ethos centres on ensuring that every pupil reaches their full potential in a safe and supportive environment. St Francis Special School prioritises individualised provision, collaborating closely with other professionals to meet the diverse needs of its students. The curriculum is designed to foster mutual respect, understanding, and tolerance, helping pupils appreciate diversity and develop essential life skills.
St Francis is part of the Lincoln Saints Federation and actively promotes British Values, encouraging students to engage in democratic processes and develop a sense of responsibility within their community. The school values the importance of student voice, providing opportunities for pupils to express their opinions and contribute to school life through an active school council.
The school's ethos centres on ensuring that every pupil reaches their full potential in a safe and supportive environment. St Francis Special School prioritises individualised provision, collaborating closely with other professionals to meet the diverse needs of its students. The curriculum is designed to foster mutual respect, understanding, and tolerance, helping pupils appreciate diversity and develop essential life skills.
St Francis is part of the Lincoln Saints Federation and actively promotes British Values, encouraging students to engage in democratic processes and develop a sense of responsibility within their community. The school values the importance of student voice, providing opportunities for pupils to express their opinions and contribute to school life through an active school council.
Useful links
- SEND Building Project (sen)
- Local Offer & SEN Report (sen)
- Home (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- About (other)
- British Values (other)
- Vision / Values (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Acorn Free School (62.7)
- Fortuna School (60.7)
- University of Lincoln (60.2)
- Bishop Grosseteste University (52.9)
- Kisimul School (51.4)
Key details
- LA
- Lincolnshire
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 175
- Pupils
- 176
- Boys
- 102
- Girls
- 74
- FSM %
- 50.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lincolnshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 176 | 102 | 74 | 175 | 50.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 161 | 89 | 72 | 150 | 47.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 164 | 94 | 70 | 150 | 38.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 164 | 94 | 70 | 150 | 38.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 160 | 99 | 61 | 150 | 41.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 156 | 96 | 60 | 150 | 37.50 |
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