The Unicorn School
URN: 123322 • Abingdon OX14 1AA
Overview
- Name
- The Unicorn School
- URN
- 123322
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Woodworth-Sturla (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01235530222
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 20 Marcham Road, Abingdon OX14 1AA
Summary
The Unicorn School is an independent special school located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, catering to children aged 6 to 17 with specific learning differences, including dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, and speech and language disorders. With a current enrolment of 120 pupils and a capacity of 123, the school provides a nurturing environment that focuses on bridging the gap between students' current performance and their potential achievements.
The curriculum includes both primary and secondary education, with a dedicated GCSE programme designed to support the unique learning needs of its students. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, fostering values such as respect, resilience, and teamwork, which are integral to the community ethos.
The Unicorn School is committed to creating a safe and supportive atmosphere, where specialist teaching is tailored to each pupil's individual requirements. This approach not only enhances academic performance but also promotes personal growth and confidence among students, preparing them for future challenges.
The curriculum includes both primary and secondary education, with a dedicated GCSE programme designed to support the unique learning needs of its students. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, fostering values such as respect, resilience, and teamwork, which are integral to the community ethos.
The Unicorn School is committed to creating a safe and supportive atmosphere, where specialist teaching is tailored to each pupil's individual requirements. This approach not only enhances academic performance but also promotes personal growth and confidence among students, preparing them for future challenges.
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Nearby alternatives
- Kingfisher School (57.5)
- Abingdon School (50.2)
- St Helen and St Katharine (45.8)
- Action for Children,Parklands Campus (45.2)
- Josca's Preparatory School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 6 - 17
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 123
- Pupils
- 120
- Boys
- 70
- Girls
- 50
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1992-01-16
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 120 | 70 | 50 | 123 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 117 | 66 | 51 | 120 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 109 | 68 | 40 | 108 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 109 | 68 | 40 | 108 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 97 | 64 | 33 | 108 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 93 | 64 | 29 | 96 | 0.00 |
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