Avocet House
URN: 134978 • Heckingham NR14 6QP
Overview
- Name
- Avocet House
- URN
- 134978
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alan Waldron (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01508549320
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Old Vicarage, Heckingham NR14 6QP
Summary
Avocet House is an independent special school located in Heckingham, Norfolk, catering to a small cohort of up to 10 pupils aged 8 to 14. Established in April 2005, it operates as both a residential special school and a children's home, providing a 52-week integrated therapeutic placement. The school is designed to support children with complex needs through a tailored educational curriculum combined with therapeutic interventions.
The facility is situated in a tranquil rural setting, allowing access to nearby towns and the Norfolk and Suffolk coastlines. Avocet House offers a homely environment with spacious living areas, a conservatory, and a well-equipped Learning Centre, fostering a sense of community among its residents. The ethos of the school is centred on the belief that all children possess the potential for growth and independence, which can be nurtured through appropriate support and encouragement.
Avocet House prioritises the emotional and educational development of its pupils, aiming to help them discover and cultivate their individual strengths. The dedicated staff work closely with placement authorities to ensure that each child's unique needs are met, promoting a holistic approach to learning and personal growth.
The facility is situated in a tranquil rural setting, allowing access to nearby towns and the Norfolk and Suffolk coastlines. Avocet House offers a homely environment with spacious living areas, a conservatory, and a well-equipped Learning Centre, fostering a sense of community among its residents. The ethos of the school is centred on the belief that all children possess the potential for growth and independence, which can be nurtured through appropriate support and encouragement.
Avocet House prioritises the emotional and educational development of its pupils, aiming to help them discover and cultivate their individual strengths. The dedicated staff work closely with placement authorities to ensure that each child's unique needs are met, promoting a holistic approach to learning and personal growth.
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- Our Therapeutic Approach (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Chapel Green School (70.8)
- Westfield House School (70.6)
- The Clare School (66.1)
- Argyll House (64.2)
- The Parkside School, Norwich (63.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 10 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 10 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 10 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 10 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 10 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 10 | 0.00 |
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