Humberston Park School

URN: 137394 • Grimsby DN36 4HS

Overview

Name
Humberston Park School
URN
137394
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HUMBERSTON PARK SPECIAL SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
75.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard Gargon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01472590645
Website
Visit
Address
St Thomas Close, Grimsby DN36 4HS

Summary

Humberston Park School is an academy special converter located in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, catering to 134 pupils aged 3 to 19 with complex, severe, and profound learning difficulties. The school provides a highly-specialist day provision that focuses on individualised learning, ensuring that each pupil's unique needs are met through a transdisciplinary approach. This method encourages creativity and expression, allowing students to thrive in a supportive environment.

The curriculum at Humberston Park School is designed to be relevant and meaningful, incorporating various activities that promote independence and personal growth. The school places a strong emphasis on the power of art as a form of non-verbal communication, enabling pupils to express their emotions and thoughts through creative means. Staff members are highly skilled and dedicated, fostering a calm and structured atmosphere where pupils feel safe and valued.

Community engagement is integral to the school's ethos, with testimonials highlighting the strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families. Parents appreciate the attentive support their children receive, noting significant progress in their independence and emotional well-being. Humberston Park School is committed to providing an outstanding education tailored to the needs of its diverse student body.

Key details

LA
North East Lincolnshire
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
HUMBERSTON PARK SPECIAL SCHOOL
Capacity
106
Pupils
134
Boys
86
Girls
48
FSM %
56.10
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North East Lincolnshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 134 86 48 106 56.10
2024-09-11 138 85 53 125 50.00
2023-09-11 139 90 49 125 41.50
2022-09-11 139 90 49 125 41.50
2021-09-11 134 88 46 125 36.20
2020-09-11 129 87 42 125 38.70

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