Haughton School

URN: 123629 • Telford TF7 4BW

Overview

Name
Haughton School
URN
123629
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
56.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gill Knox (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01952387540
Website
Visit
Address
Queen Street, Telford TF7 4BW

Summary

Haughton School is a community special school located in Telford, catering to children aged 5 to 11 with complex special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school has a current enrolment of 193 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 153. Haughton School is designed to provide an inclusive and supportive environment, with classes typically comprising up to 15 students, each supported by a teacher and multiple teaching assistants to address individual learning needs.

The school follows a differentiated curriculum tailored to the specific requirements of its pupils, focusing on areas such as cognition and learning, communication, and emotional well-being. Haughton School is fully accessible for wheelchair users, ensuring that all children can participate in the learning experience. The school collaborates with various health professionals to enhance the educational support provided.

Admissions are managed by the local authority, prioritising children with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) who demonstrate significant needs. Haughton School is committed to fostering a nurturing community that values each child's unique abilities and promotes their overall development.

Key details

LA
Telford and Wrekin
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
153
Pupils
193
Boys
138
Girls
55
FSM %
45.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 193 138 55 153 45.10
2024-09-11 190 138 52 153 46.30
2023-09-11 172 124 48 153 47.10
2022-09-11 172 124 48 153 47.10
2021-09-11 153 107 46 153 47.70
2020-09-11 149 104 45 109 43.60

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