Cramlington Hillcrest School
URN: 122383 • Cramlington NE23 1DY
Overview
- Name
- Cramlington Hillcrest School
- URN
- 122383
- 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
- 53.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrea Mead (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01670713632
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- East View Avenue, Cramlington NE23 1DY
Summary
Cramlington Hillcrest School is a community special school located in Cramlington, Northumberland, catering to a mixed-gender population of 116 pupils, with a capacity matching the current enrollment. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where students can thrive, guided by the ethos of "Aiming High – Dream, Believe, Achieve."
The curriculum is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students, focusing on both academic and personal development. Hillcrest School emphasizes the importance of mental health and well-being, offering various support initiatives, including family drop-in sessions and outdoor learning opportunities through their Forest School programme.
The school community is actively engaged, with a commitment to inclusivity and support for students with special educational needs. Facilities include sensory rooms, outdoor play areas, and a garden, all designed to enhance the learning experience. Parents are encouraged to participate and communicate with the school, fostering a collaborative environment for the benefit of all students.
The curriculum is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students, focusing on both academic and personal development. Hillcrest School emphasizes the importance of mental health and well-being, offering various support initiatives, including family drop-in sessions and outdoor learning opportunities through their Forest School programme.
The school community is actively engaged, with a commitment to inclusivity and support for students with special educational needs. Facilities include sensory rooms, outdoor play areas, and a garden, all designed to enhance the learning experience. Parents are encouraged to participate and communicate with the school, fostering a collaborative environment for the benefit of all students.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
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- Hillcrest School Essential Handbook (sen)
- Parent Carer Online Safety Presentation (sen)
- SEN Information Report (sen)
- SEND Focus Group (sen)
- Smile Through Sport SEND (sen)
- View events (calendar)
- Admissions Policy (other)
- Careers Information and Guidance Policy (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 116
- Pupils
- 116
- Boys
- 90
- Girls
- 26
- FSM %
- 62.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 116 | 90 | 26 | 116 | 62.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 111 | 88 | 23 | 116 | 64.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 110 | 86 | 24 | 116 | 66.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 110 | 86 | 24 | 110 | 66.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 100 | 76 | 24 | 101 | 65.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 93 | 75 | 18 | 101 | 59.10 |
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