Beechcliffe Special School
URN: 135229 • Keighley BD20 6ED
Overview
- Name
- Beechcliffe Special School
- URN
- 135229
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lee Harris (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Green Head Road, Keighley BD20 6ED
Summary
Beechcliffe Special School, located in Keighley, Bradford, is a community special school that caters to a diverse range of individual needs for mixed-gender pupils. With a current enrolment of 245 students, the school exceeds its capacity of 224, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for children with special educational needs. The school operates under the Carlton Academy Trust, which promotes a mission of ‘Excellence for all.’
The school’s ethos focuses on preparing students for a successful and fulfilling adulthood. Beechcliffe offers a rich curriculum designed to provide varied learning experiences tailored to the unique requirements of each student. The dedicated staff team brings extensive skills and expertise, ensuring that all pupils are supported in their personal development and educational journey.
Beechcliffe School is proud of its vibrant community, which spans two sites, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students, families, and staff. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to enhance the educational experience and support for all its students.
The school’s ethos focuses on preparing students for a successful and fulfilling adulthood. Beechcliffe offers a rich curriculum designed to provide varied learning experiences tailored to the unique requirements of each student. The dedicated staff team brings extensive skills and expertise, ensuring that all pupils are supported in their personal development and educational journey.
Beechcliffe School is proud of its vibrant community, which spans two sites, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students, families, and staff. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to enhance the educational experience and support for all its students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Beckfoot Phoenix (63.8)
- The Phoenix Special School (58.7)
- Braithwaite Special School (45.2)
- Branshaw School (45.2)
- Malsis School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bradford
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 224
- Pupils
- 245
- Boys
- 187
- Girls
- 58
- FSM %
- 54.30
- Open date
- 2010-04-19
- Close date
- 2023-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-07-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 245 | 187 | 58 | 224 | 54.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 245 | 187 | 58 | 224 | 54.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 247 | 185 | 62 | 224 | 51.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 247 | 185 | 62 | 224 | 51.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 241 | 182 | 59 | 224 | 50.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 152 | 103 | 49 | 152 | 40.50 |
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