The Holmewood School
URN: 136263 • London N12 8SH
Overview
- Name
- The Holmewood School
- URN
- 136263
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 61.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Bridget Young (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 02089200660
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 88 Woodside Park Road, London N12 8SH
Summary
The Holmewood School is an independent special school located in North London, catering to neurodivergent children and young people aged 7 to 19, primarily those diagnosed with autism. With a current enrolment of 92 students and a capacity of 100, the school aims to create an inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and socially. The school has received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and holds Advanced Accreditation Status from the National Autistic Society.
The curriculum at Holmewood is tailored to meet the individual needs of students, focusing on communication, executive functioning, and functional skills. Support is provided through a robust therapeutic provision, allowing students to engage in a variety of activities, including work experience programs, forest school, and creative pursuits like music and eSports. This approach helps students develop essential life skills and prepares them for future opportunities in education and employment.
Holmewood fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging friendships and collaboration among students. Parents have reported significant positive changes in their children's confidence and social skills, highlighting the school's commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals ready to lead independent lives.
The curriculum at Holmewood is tailored to meet the individual needs of students, focusing on communication, executive functioning, and functional skills. Support is provided through a robust therapeutic provision, allowing students to engage in a variety of activities, including work experience programs, forest school, and creative pursuits like music and eSports. This approach helps students develop essential life skills and prepares them for future opportunities in education and employment.
Holmewood fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging friendships and collaboration among students. Parents have reported significant positive changes in their children's confidence and social skills, highlighting the school's commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals ready to lead independent lives.
Useful links
- Support (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Ofsted Report (download)
- About (other)
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- Compliments and Complaints (other)
- About (other)
- Policies and Guidance (other)
- Student Testimonials (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Barnet
- Age range
- 7 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 100
- Pupils
- 92
- Boys
- 70
- Girls
- 22
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2010-11-30
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 92 | 70 | 22 | 100 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 76 | 55 | 21 | 100 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 65 | 46 | 19 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 65 | 46 | 19 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 67 | 49 | 18 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 58 | 51 | 7 | 70 | 0.00 |
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