Avalon School

URN: 123945 • Street BA16 0PS

Overview

Name
Avalon School
URN
123945
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
49.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Farnell (Executive Headteacher) Amy Norris (Head of School) (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
07904757483
Website
Visit
Address
Brooks Road, Street BA16 0PS

Summary

Avalon School is a community special school located in Street, Somerset, catering to approximately 73 secondary-aged pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The school is dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment tailored to the individual needs of its students, many of whom have varying degrees of learning difficulties, including profound and complex needs. Avalon School emphasizes a collaborative approach, working closely with parents, local colleges, and community partners to ensure a comprehensive support system for each student.

The curriculum at Avalon is designed around the Preparing for Adulthood framework, focusing on essential life skills, independence, and community engagement. Students are encouraged to explore their interests and aspirations through a broad and balanced curriculum, which includes opportunities for work experience and skills development. The school also features specialist facilities such as sensory rooms and therapy spaces to enhance learning and support.

Avalon School fosters a strong ethos of partnership, valuing the input of parents and carers in assessing and addressing student needs. The school aims to create a sense of belonging and community, preparing students not only for further education but also for meaningful adult lives.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
60
Pupils
73
Boys
42
Girls
31
FSM %
41.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 73 42 31 60 41.40
2024-09-11 65 38 27 60 44.20
2023-09-11 56 35 21 60 43.90
2022-09-11 56 35 21 60 43.90
2021-09-11 57 36 21 60 44.40
2020-09-11 58 39 19 60 38.50

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