The Avenue Special School
URN: 137435 • Reading RG30 4BZ
Overview
- Name
- The Avenue Special School
- URN
- 137435
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE AVENUE SCHOOL SPECIAL NEEDS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Symon Cooke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01183389038
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Avenue Centre, Conwy Close, Reading RG30 4BZ
Summary
The Avenue Special School is an academy special converter located in Reading, catering to boys and girls aged 2 to 19 with complex Special Educational Needs. The school serves 246 pupils, with a capacity of 249, and focuses on those with Severe Learning Difficulties, as well as additional needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and physical disabilities. The educational approach is tailored to accommodate various abilities and social maturity, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to thrive.
The school's ethos revolves around the belief that all children can learn and develop in a caring and engaging environment. The curriculum is designed to foster independence, self-esteem, and positive relationships, with an emphasis on meaningful learning experiences that prepare pupils for life beyond school. The Avenue School promotes a sense of belonging and community participation, encouraging students to engage with their surroundings and contribute positively.
Admissions are managed through local authority SEND Teams, and all pupils must have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan. Parents interested in enrolling their child are encouraged to consult with their local authority for guidance on the application process.
The school's ethos revolves around the belief that all children can learn and develop in a caring and engaging environment. The curriculum is designed to foster independence, self-esteem, and positive relationships, with an emphasis on meaningful learning experiences that prepare pupils for life beyond school. The Avenue School promotes a sense of belonging and community participation, encouraging students to engage with their surroundings and contribute positively.
Admissions are managed through local authority SEND Teams, and all pupils must have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan. Parents interested in enrolling their child are encouraged to consult with their local authority for guidance on the application process.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- The Avenue School Special Needs Academy (other)
- About Us (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Inclusion (other)
- Policies and Documents (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Brookfields Special School (63.0)
- Addington School (62.9)
- TLG Reading (62.7)
- Cranbury College (60.1)
- University of Reading (58.7)
Key details
- LA
- Reading
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE AVENUE SCHOOL SPECIAL NEEDS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 249
- Pupils
- 246
- Boys
- 164
- Girls
- 82
- FSM %
- 38.10
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 246 | 164 | 82 | 249 | 38.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 233 | 163 | 70 | 220 | 34.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 192 | 143 | 49 | 205 | 37.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 192 | 143 | 49 | 180 | 37.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 173 | 129 | 44 | 106 | 35.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 172 | 126 | 46 | 106 | 35.90 |
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