Gosden House School
URN: 125452 • Guildford GU5 0AH
Overview
- Name
- Gosden House School
- URN
- 125452
- 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
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Smale (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01483892008
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Horsham Road, Guildford GU5 0AH
Summary
Gosden House School is a community special school located in Guildford, Surrey, catering to young people aged 4 to 16 with learning and additional needs. With a current enrolment of 125 pupils and a capacity of 130, the school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment. The ethos of the school revolves around fostering resilience, creativity, and social skills, enabling students to thrive both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Gosden House focuses on core learning skills and communication, tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. The school emphasizes partnership with families and external agencies to promote holistic development. This approach aims to empower students to achieve their best and prepare them for independent living and future employment.
Gosden House School has received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high standards and the well-being of its students. The school encourages parental involvement through informal visits and tours, providing opportunities for families to engage with the school community. For admissions, inquiries should be directed to Surrey County Council, as placements are managed by the local authority.
The curriculum at Gosden House focuses on core learning skills and communication, tailored to meet the individual needs of each student. The school emphasizes partnership with families and external agencies to promote holistic development. This approach aims to empower students to achieve their best and prepare them for independent living and future employment.
Gosden House School has received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high standards and the well-being of its students. The school encourages parental involvement through informal visits and tours, providing opportunities for families to engage with the school community. For admissions, inquiries should be directed to Surrey County Council, as placements are managed by the local authority.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Policies, SEN Information and Documentation (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Equal Opps Policy Statement (download)
- OFSTED May 25 Final Report (download)
- Home (other)
- Primary School (other)
- School Information (other)
- Secondary School (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Hope Service (68.2)
- Pond Meadow School (67.0)
- Wey Valley College (63.5)
- Wey Valley College (61.8)
- Arun Court (61.3)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 125 | 65 | 60 | 130 | 49.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 130 | 66 | 64 | 130 | 43.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 122 | 63 | 59 | 124 | 34.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 122 | 63 | 59 | 124 | 34.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 121 | 60 | 61 | 124 | 33.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 121 | 58 | 63 | 124 | 31.40 |
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