Aurora Foxes
URN: 131892 • Minehead TA24 5TY
Overview
- Name
- Aurora Foxes
- URN
- 131892
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Costello (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01643708529
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Selbourne Place, Minehead TA24 5TY
Summary
Aurora Foxes is a special post-16 institution located in Minehead, Somerset, with a capacity of 85 students. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for young people with special educational needs. The ethos of Aurora Foxes is built on five core values: Caring, Ambitious, Collaborative, Trusted, and Innovative, which guide the educational experience and personal development of each student.
The curriculum at Aurora Foxes is designed to equip students with the skills and confidence needed for independent living and meaningful employment. The school emphasizes practical learning and has established partnerships with local employers, including Hilton Hotels and Sodexo, to provide valuable work experience opportunities. This focus on real-world skills aims to prepare students to be work-ready and life-ready upon graduation.
Community integration is a key aspect of Aurora Foxes, with students actively participating in local activities. The school's commitment to student safety and well-being is paramount, ensuring a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Aurora Foxes is designed to equip students with the skills and confidence needed for independent living and meaningful employment. The school emphasizes practical learning and has established partnerships with local employers, including Hilton Hotels and Sodexo, to provide valuable work experience opportunities. This focus on real-world skills aims to prepare students to be work-ready and life-ready upon graduation.
Community integration is a key aspect of Aurora Foxes, with students actively participating in local activities. The school's commitment to student safety and well-being is paramount, ensuring a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
Useful links
- @sensiblepencil (sen)
- 23 AprilAurora Foxes unveil brand new Sensory Room (sen)
- Cookie Settings (sen)
- Skip to content ↓ (sen)
- About Aurora Foxes (sen)
- Modern Slavery Statement (download)
- DownloadProspectus (download)
- Our Prospectus (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Foxes Fields (45.2)
- Periton Mead School (45.2)
- Croydon Hall School (37.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 85 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 85 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 85 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 93 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 80 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 80 |
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