The Serendipity School
URN: 131556 • Southampton SO19 6DS
Overview
- Name
- The Serendipity School
- URN
- 131556
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 62.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Philippa Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02380422255
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 399 Hinkler Road, Southampton SO19 6DS
Summary
The Serendipity School is an independent special school located in Southampton, catering exclusively to girls aged 9 to 18. With a current enrolment of 26 pupils, the school operates within a nurturing environment that prioritises individual needs and personal development. The school is part of The Serendipity Centre Limited, which also includes care homes and a therapeutic team, ensuring a holistic approach to education and care.
The school is committed to fostering strong relationships between staff and pupils, which enhances trust and engagement in learning. The leadership team has high expectations for both staff and students, aiming for excellence in educational outcomes. The curriculum is designed to support the unique needs of each student, with a focus on building confidence and secure attachments.
Rated as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, The Serendipity School emphasizes safeguarding and the well-being of its pupils. Its convenient location on the South Coast allows for easy access, and the school is dedicated to collaborating with families and placing authorities to track and celebrate each young person’s progress.
The school is committed to fostering strong relationships between staff and pupils, which enhances trust and engagement in learning. The leadership team has high expectations for both staff and students, aiming for excellence in educational outcomes. The curriculum is designed to support the unique needs of each student, with a focus on building confidence and secure attachments.
Rated as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, The Serendipity School emphasizes safeguarding and the well-being of its pupils. Its convenient location on the South Coast allows for easy access, and the school is dedicated to collaborating with families and placing authorities to track and celebrate each young person’s progress.
Useful links
- School Prospectus 2023-24 (download)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Terms of Use (download)
- Ofsted Report (download)
- Education (other)
- Home (other)
- Policies (other)
- Welcome from the Head Teacher (other)
- Care (other)
- Our School (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Rosewood Free School (70.2)
- Great Oaks School (64.1)
- Springwell School (63.1)
- Marchwood Park Hospital School (62.7)
- Southampton Hospital School (62.7)
Key details
- LA
- Southampton
- Age range
- 9 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 25
- Pupils
- 26
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 26
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2006-04-10
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-07-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 26 | 0 | 26 | 25 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 24 | 0 | 24 | 25 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 19 | 0 | 19 | 25 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 19 | 0 | 19 | 20 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 19 | 0 | 19 | 20 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 11 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 0.00 |
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