Ellesmere College
URN: 130371 • Leicester LE3 2FD
Overview
- Name
- Ellesmere College
- URN
- 130371
- 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
- 64.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stephanie Beale (since 2025) , Co-Principal
- Telephone
- 01162894242
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 40 Braunstone Lane East, Leicester LE3 2FD
Summary
Ellesmere College is a community special school located in Leicester, catering to students aged 4-19 with a range of special educational needs, including moderate to severe and complex needs. The school has a capacity of 426 pupils and currently serves 436 students, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The college prioritises personalised learning through differentiated curriculum pathways, ensuring that each student can develop their skills and independence.
The ethos of Ellesmere College revolves around the principles of respect, responsibility, independence, confidence, resilience, and teamwork. The school aims to prepare students for adulthood, promoting aspirations and life skills that enable them to contribute positively to society. Notably, the college offers a successful Project Search programme in collaboration with local businesses, facilitating direct employment opportunities for some students.
Ellesmere College values strong partnerships with families and the wider community, fostering an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best while being supported by a dedicated staff team. The school actively engages parents through events and regular communication, reinforcing the importance of community involvement in the educational journey.
The ethos of Ellesmere College revolves around the principles of respect, responsibility, independence, confidence, resilience, and teamwork. The school aims to prepare students for adulthood, promoting aspirations and life skills that enable them to contribute positively to society. Notably, the college offers a successful Project Search programme in collaboration with local businesses, facilitating direct employment opportunities for some students.
Ellesmere College values strong partnerships with families and the wider community, fostering an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best while being supported by a dedicated staff team. The school actively engages parents through events and regular communication, reinforcing the importance of community involvement in the educational journey.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Children's Hospital School (67.0)
- Ash Field Academy (63.6)
- Keyham Lodge School (63.0)
- Leicester Islamic Academy (62.0)
- The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School (60.4)
Key details
- LA
- Leicester
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 426
- Pupils
- 436
- Boys
- 322
- Girls
- 114
- FSM %
- 47.30
- Open date
- 1995-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 436 | 322 | 114 | 426 | 47.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 435 | 310 | 125 | 426 | 43.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 365 | 256 | 109 | 426 | 46.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 365 | 256 | 109 | 426 | 46.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 309 | 214 | 95 | 306 | 45.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 286 | 199 | 87 | 250 | 43.30 |
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