Hospital and Outreach Education

URN: 133717 • Northampton NN4 8EN

Overview

Name
Hospital and Outreach Education
URN
133717
Type
Pupil referral unit
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
57.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Cath Kitchen (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Delapre Learning Centre, Northampton NN4 8EN

Summary

Hospital and Outreach Education (HOE) is a pupil referral unit located in Northampton, serving children and young people aged 5 to 18 who are unable to attend mainstream schools due to complex medical or mental health conditions. The unit operates under the Skylark Partnership Trust and is commissioned by North and West Northamptonshire local authorities, providing educational support to both inpatients at local hospitals and those in the community.

The curriculum at HOE is tailored to meet the individual needs of its pupils, ensuring that they receive appropriate educational opportunities despite their health challenges. The school emphasizes building warm and trusting relationships between staff and students, which is reflected in positive feedback from both pupils and parents.

With a current enrolment of 6 students and a capacity of 150, HOE is committed to creating a supportive environment that enables children to thrive academically and personally. The school aims to empower its students, helping them to overcome obstacles and achieve their potential during difficult times.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2021 Northamptonshire
Age range
3 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
150
Pupils
6
Boys
5
Girls
1
FSM %
33.30
Open date
2001-04-01
Close date
2019-03-31
Last Ofsted
2014-10-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 6 5 1 150 33.30
2024-09-11 6 5 1 150 33.30
2023-09-11 6 5 1 150 33.30
2022-09-11 6 5 1 150 33.30
2021-09-11 6 5 1 150 33.30
2020-09-11 6 5 1 150 33.30

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