Cavendish School
URN: 131237 • London SE16 2PA
Overview
- Name
- Cavendish School
- URN
- 131237
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 39.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lesley Craggs (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02073940088
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lady Gomm House, London SE16 2PA
Summary
Cavendish School is an independent special school located in Southwark, London, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 38 pupils, with a capacity of 42. The school is dedicated to supporting students in realising their potential through tailored educational programmes that focus on academic progress, personal development, and preparation for life beyond school.
The ethos of Cavendish School emphasises a holistic approach to education, addressing the academic, vocational, social, and emotional needs of each student. The school promotes a culture of self-discipline, courtesy, and responsibility, ensuring high standards of behaviour and work. Additionally, Cavendish School is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of its students, with all staff sharing this commitment.
Cavendish School actively encourages parental involvement and aims to improve student attendance, adhering to updated policies regarding term-time holidays. The school's leadership team, with extensive experience in education and management, works collaboratively to create a supportive and enriching environment for all students.
The ethos of Cavendish School emphasises a holistic approach to education, addressing the academic, vocational, social, and emotional needs of each student. The school promotes a culture of self-discipline, courtesy, and responsibility, ensuring high standards of behaviour and work. Additionally, Cavendish School is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of its students, with all staff sharing this commitment.
Cavendish School actively encourages parental involvement and aims to improve student attendance, adhering to updated policies regarding term-time holidays. The school's leadership team, with extensive experience in education and management, works collaboratively to create a supportive and enriching environment for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Southwark
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 42
- Pupils
- 38
- Boys
- 28
- Girls
- 10
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1997-03-12
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 38 | 28 | 10 | 42 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 38 | 29 | 9 | 42 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 44 | 34 | 10 | 42 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 44 | 34 | 10 | 42 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 41 | 35 | 6 | 42 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 37 | 33 | 4 | 42 | 0.00 |
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