Alfriston School
URN: 137934 • Beaconsfield HP9 2TS
Overview
- Name
- Alfriston School
- URN
- 137934
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ALFRISTON SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 63.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Smart (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01494673740
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Penn Road, Beaconsfield HP9 2TS
Summary
Alfriston School is an academy special converter located in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, catering exclusively to girls aged 11 to 18 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. The school focuses on fostering individual talents and self-confidence, providing a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and creatively. With a current enrolment of 164 pupils, the school operates slightly above its capacity of 150.
The curriculum at Alfriston emphasizes a holistic approach to education, incorporating both academic subjects and creative arts, such as music, drama, and visual arts. The school is equipped with modern facilities, including an award-winning swimming pool and a newly established Performing Arts Studio, which enhance the learning experience and promote physical and artistic development.
Alfriston School is committed to community engagement, hosting events such as the annual Christmas Fair and Santa Dash, which foster a sense of belonging among students, staff, and families. The school prioritises wellbeing and offers tailored support, including speech and language therapy, ensuring that each student receives the assistance they need to succeed.
The curriculum at Alfriston emphasizes a holistic approach to education, incorporating both academic subjects and creative arts, such as music, drama, and visual arts. The school is equipped with modern facilities, including an award-winning swimming pool and a newly established Performing Arts Studio, which enhance the learning experience and promote physical and artistic development.
Alfriston School is committed to community engagement, hosting events such as the annual Christmas Fair and Santa Dash, which foster a sense of belonging among students, staff, and families. The school prioritises wellbeing and offers tailored support, including speech and language therapy, ensuring that each student receives the assistance they need to succeed.
Useful links
- School Governors (governance)
- Alfriston School Follow Alfriston School is a secondary-age day & boarding school for pupils with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities. (sen)
- SEN Provision (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Events Diary (calendar)
- Term Dates (calendar)
- Alfriston School (other)
- Menu (other)
- Policy Documents (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Alfriston School (45.2)
- High March School (43.5)
- Davenies School (37.9)
- Oakdene School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ALFRISTON SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- 164
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 164
- FSM %
- 31.30
- Open date
- 2012-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 164 | 0 | 164 | 150 | 31.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 159 | 0 | 159 | 150 | 28.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 154 | 0 | 154 | 150 | 28.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 154 | 0 | 154 | 150 | 28.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 155 | 0 | 155 | 150 | 27.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 154 | 0 | 154 | 153 | 26.40 |
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