Wildern School
URN: 136654 • Southampton SO30 4EJ
Overview
- Name
- Wildern School
- URN
- 136654
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- RAISE EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ceri Oakley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01489783473
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wildern Lane, Southampton SO30 4EJ
Summary
Wildern School is a mixed secondary academy located in Southampton, Hampshire, with a current enrolment of approximately 1,800 students and a capacity of 1,900. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education through a diverse curriculum that includes subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, Creative Arts, and Humanities. Wildern School emphasizes a holistic approach to education, integrating well-being and personal development alongside academic achievement.
The school promotes a supportive environment, offering various resources for students, including a dedicated Learning Support team and co-curricular activities that enhance the educational experience. Wildern School also prioritizes student well-being through initiatives like the Rights Respecting School framework and mental health resources. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through information evenings and the Parent App, which provides updates and support for home learning.
Wildern School values inclusivity and strives to meet the needs of all students, including those eligible for Free School Meals, which currently stands at 16.9%. The school’s ethos is rooted in fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging students to thrive both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at [wildern.org](https://www.wildern.org/).
The school promotes a supportive environment, offering various resources for students, including a dedicated Learning Support team and co-curricular activities that enhance the educational experience. Wildern School also prioritizes student well-being through initiatives like the Rights Respecting School framework and mental health resources. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through information evenings and the Parent App, which provides updates and support for home learning.
Wildern School values inclusivity and strives to meet the needs of all students, including those eligible for Free School Meals, which currently stands at 16.9%. The school’s ethos is rooted in fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging students to thrive both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at [wildern.org](https://www.wildern.org/).
Useful links
- Governors Login (governance)
- Parent-Governor (governance)
- Governor (governance)
- Absence & Attendance (sen)
- SEN (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies & reports (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton (73.8)
- Brookfield Community School (69.8)
- Cantell School (67.4)
- Bitterne Park School (66.6)
- Swanmore College (65.6)
Key details
- LA
- Hampshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- RAISE EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1900
- Pupils
- 1800
- Boys
- 894
- Girls
- 906
- FSM %
- 16.90
- Open date
- 2011-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1800 | 894 | 906 | 1900 | 16.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1869 | 927 | 942 | 1900 | 15.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1955 | 928 | 1027 | 1900 | 12.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1955 | 928 | 1027 | 1900 | 12.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1946 | 921 | 1025 | 1900 | 11.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1913 | 923 | 990 | 1900 | 8.50 |
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