Springboard Education
URN: 135180 • Lancing BN15 8AN
Overview
- Name
- Springboard Education
- URN
- 135180
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Leanne Jarvis (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01903605980
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 55 South Street, Lancing BN15 8AN
Summary
Springboard Education is an independent special school located in Lancing, West Sussex, catering to young people aged 9 to 18 with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, as well as additional special educational needs such as ASD and ADHD. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment where students can rebuild trust in education and develop a love for learning, often after struggling in traditional settings.
The curriculum at Springboard is tailored to meet the individual needs of each pupil, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. With a small student body of 26, the school fosters strong relationships between staff and students, which are essential for boosting self-esteem and encouraging engagement. Pupils are supported in achieving relevant qualifications and gaining valuable work experience, preparing them for future employment opportunities.
Springboard Education collaborates with local authorities for admissions, primarily accepting students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The school is committed to creating an inclusive community, guided by its motto, "Laughter and Learning 4 Life," where every child feels valued and supported.
The curriculum at Springboard is tailored to meet the individual needs of each pupil, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. With a small student body of 26, the school fosters strong relationships between staff and students, which are essential for boosting self-esteem and encouraging engagement. Pupils are supported in achieving relevant qualifications and gaining valuable work experience, preparing them for future employment opportunities.
Springboard Education collaborates with local authorities for admissions, primarily accepting students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The school is committed to creating an inclusive community, guided by its motto, "Laughter and Learning 4 Life," where every child feels valued and supported.
Useful links
- SEN Information Report 2024 (sen)
- Corporate Social Responsibility (other)
- Our School (other)
- Personalised Education Programme (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Referrals and Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- The Springboard Way (other)
- Therapeutic & Wellbeing Support (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ardmore Montessori School (45.2)
- Ardmore School (45.2)
- Springboard Education Senior (45.2)
- Lancing College (43.3)
- Lancing Montessori Centre and Ardmore School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 5 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 36
- Pupils
- 26
- Boys
- 18
- Girls
- 8
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2007-02-15
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 26 | 18 | 8 | 36 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 20 | 12 | 8 | 27 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 23 | 17 | 6 | 27 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 23 | 17 | 6 | 27 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 20 | 14 | 6 | 27 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 19 | 15 | 4 | 27 | 0.00 |
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