The Dales School
URN: 122388 • Blyth NE24 4RE
Overview
- Name
- The Dales School
- URN
- 122388
- 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
- 67.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sue Fisher (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01670352556
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cowpen Road, Blyth NE24 4RE
Summary
The Dales School, located in Blyth, Northumberland, is a community special school catering to children with a range of additional needs. With a current enrolment of 212 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school operates across two sites: Blythdale in Blyth and Ashdale in Ashington. The school aims to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.
The Dales School focuses on delivering a tailored curriculum that meets the individual needs of each pupil. Staff members are highly skilled and work in small groups, ensuring a high adult-to-child ratio. This approach allows for bespoke interventions and strategies that make learning accessible and meaningful. The school is committed to enhancing the learning, wellbeing, and future life chances of its students.
With a significant percentage of pupils (60.4%) eligible for free school meals, The Dales School plays a vital role in the local community, fostering a sense of belonging and support for families. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to engage with staff to explore how they can best support their child's educational journey.
The Dales School focuses on delivering a tailored curriculum that meets the individual needs of each pupil. Staff members are highly skilled and work in small groups, ensuring a high adult-to-child ratio. This approach allows for bespoke interventions and strategies that make learning accessible and meaningful. The school is committed to enhancing the learning, wellbeing, and future life chances of its students.
With a significant percentage of pupils (60.4%) eligible for free school meals, The Dales School plays a vital role in the local community, fostering a sense of belonging and support for families. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to engage with staff to explore how they can best support their child's educational journey.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Staff & Governors (governance)
- Find us on Instagram (sen)
- Northumberland IASS (sen)
- Northumberland Local Offer (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- SEND Policy (sen)
- SEN Transport Information (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Cambois House School (45.2)
- Wellesley Community Home (45.2)
- Gilbert Ward Academy (31.5)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 212
- Boys
- 158
- Girls
- 54
- FSM %
- 60.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 212 | 158 | 54 | 210 | 60.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 193 | 142 | 51 | 195 | 55.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 169 | 133 | 36 | 185 | 60.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 169 | 133 | 36 | 165 | 60.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 148 | 112 | 36 | 150 | 58.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 141 | 104 | 37 | 89 | 51.10 |
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