The Gateway School

URN: 122162 • Northampton NN12 8AA

Overview

Name
The Gateway School
URN
122162
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
61.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Conor Renihan (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
Website
Address
St John's Road, Northampton NN12 8AA

Summary

The Gateway School is a community special school located in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 74 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 65. The school is dedicated to supporting students with significant challenges, providing a nurturing environment where they can develop essential skills and achieve their potential. The ethos of the school revolves around six core values: independence, resilience, effective communication, balanced responses, self-reflection, and pushing personal boundaries.

The school prides itself on its dedicated and skilled staff who are committed to the well-being and progress of each pupil. The curriculum is designed to foster personal growth and prepare students for future opportunities, including partnerships with local employers to enhance vocational skills. Recent expansions and renovations aim to improve facilities, ensuring that students have access to modern resources and support.

The Gateway School actively engages with the local community, promoting strong relationships that benefit both students and local businesses. Through various initiatives, the school strives to create a supportive network that encourages students to envision and work towards their future aspirations.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
65
Pupils
74
Boys
64
Girls
10
FSM %
58.10
Open date
Close date
2023-09-30
Last Ofsted
2019-05-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 74 64 10 65 58.10
2024-09-11 74 64 10 65 58.10
2023-09-11 66 61 5 65 60.60
2022-09-11 66 61 5 65 60.60
2021-09-11 66 61 5 65 62.10
2020-09-11 63 61 2 65 63.50

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