Priory Woods School

URN: 131425 • Middlesbrough TS3 0RH

Overview

Name
Priory Woods School
URN
131425
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
68.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma Fox (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01642770540
Website
Visit
Address
Tothill Avenue, Middlesbrough TS3 0RH

Summary

Priory Woods School is a community special school located in Middlesbrough, serving a mixed-gender population of 201 pupils, with a capacity of 200. The school is dedicated to providing tailored educational experiences for students with special educational needs, ensuring that each child receives the support necessary for their individual development. Approximately 48.1% of students are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the socio-economic context of the community it serves.

The school places a strong emphasis on accessibility, both in its physical environment and its online presence. The website is designed to accommodate various needs, offering features such as keyboard navigation, adjustable text sizes, and alternative text for images. While the school acknowledges some areas of non-compliance with accessibility standards, it is committed to ongoing improvements to ensure that all users can access the information they need.

Priory Woods School fosters a supportive and inclusive environment, encouraging collaboration between staff, students, and families. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and relevant, focusing on the holistic development of each student, preparing them for future opportunities and integration within the wider community.

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Key details

LA
Middlesbrough
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
200
Pupils
201
Boys
135
Girls
66
FSM %
48.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 201 135 66 200 48.10
2024-09-11 203 135 68 197 50.60
2023-09-11 198 129 69 197 50.70
2022-09-11 198 129 69 195 50.70
2021-09-11 195 124 71 195 52.20
2020-09-11 190 117 73 195 48.40

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