Hillside Specialist School and College

URN: 131479 • Preston PR3 3XB

Overview

Name
Hillside Specialist School and College
URN
131479
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
57.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Leaper (since 2025) , Acting Head Teacher
Telephone
01772782205
Website
Visit
Address
Ribchester Road, Preston PR3 3XB

Summary

Hillside Specialist School and College, located in Preston, Lancashire, is a community special school dedicated to supporting students aged three to nineteen with Autism Spectrum Disorder. With a current enrolment of 115 pupils, the school aims to provide a nurturing and safe environment where each child can learn to their full potential. The school emphasizes respect, responsibility, creativity, and individuality, fostering a strong sense of community among students and staff.

The curriculum at Hillside is personalized and designed to address the unique challenges faced by students with autism. It focuses on overcoming barriers to learning, enhancing communication and social interaction skills, and encouraging positive behaviour management. The school employs an eclectic approach to teaching, incorporating current educational theories and methods to meet the diverse needs of its pupils.

Hillside Specialist School values collaboration with parents and other professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to education. By working together, the school aims to provide a broad and balanced curriculum that not only meets academic needs but also supports personal growth and development.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
99
Pupils
115
Boys
88
Girls
27
FSM %
37.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 115 88 27 99 37.40
2024-09-11 108 83 25 99 36.50
2023-09-11 100 77 23 99 35.90
2022-09-11 100 77 23 99 35.90
2021-09-11 94 72 22 99 34.10
2020-09-11 95 75 20 98 30.10

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