Lavender Lodge School

URN: 134594 • Mitcham CR4 3HD

Overview

Name
Lavender Lodge School
URN
134594
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.1 / 100
Lavender Lodge School building in Mitcham

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lorraine Titchener (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
02086877050
Website
Visit Lavender Lodge School website
Address
224 London Road, Mitcham CR4 3HD
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Summary

Lavender Lodge School is an independent special school located in Mitcham, South London, catering to boys and girls aged 4 to 12 with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD and speech and language difficulties. The school has a current enrolment of 65 pupils, with a capacity for 73. It aims to provide a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to individual learning needs, ensuring that each child is prepared for secondary education and beyond.

The school's ethos emphasizes a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe and valued. Lavender Lodge prioritises a child-centred approach, encouraging pupils to express themselves and learn at their own pace. The staff work closely with parents and carers, providing regular updates on progress and fostering a strong community connection.

Lavender Lodge School has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high-quality education and the well-being of its students. The school encourages visits for prospective families to experience its inspirational learning environment firsthand.

Key details

LA
Merton
Age range
4 - 12
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
73
Pupils
65
Boys
51
Girls
14
FSM %
Open date
2003-12-17
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 65 51 14 73
2024-09-11 65 52 13 65
2023-09-11 63 52 11 65 0.00
2022-09-11 63 52 11 65 0.00
2021-09-11 61 50 11 65 0.00
2020-09-11 62 57 5 65 0.00

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