Aurora Woodlands School
URN: 138884 • Lancashire BB3 2NG
Overview
- Name
- Aurora Woodlands School
- URN
- 138884
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Gregory (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01254706600
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodlands, Lancashire BB3 2NG
Summary
Aurora Woodlands School is an independent special school located in Blackburn with Darwen, Lancashire, catering to students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). With a current enrolment of 58 pupils and a capacity of 64, the school aims to provide tailored educational experiences that meet the unique needs of each child. The school operates under the ethos of fostering positive outcomes through education and care, ensuring that students are supported in leading fulfilling, independent lives.
The admissions process at Aurora Woodlands involves close collaboration with families and local authorities to assess the specific needs of each child. Parents are encouraged to engage in the process by submitting a referral form and their child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Following an initial enquiry, families can expect a prompt response and are invited for an on-site assessment to better understand their child's abilities and interests.
As part of The Aurora Group, which was established in 2015, Aurora Woodlands School benefits from a network of experienced staff and specialist teams dedicated to supporting children and young people with SEND. The school prioritises a nurturing community environment, ensuring that every child receives the necessary support to thrive academically and socially.
The admissions process at Aurora Woodlands involves close collaboration with families and local authorities to assess the specific needs of each child. Parents are encouraged to engage in the process by submitting a referral form and their child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Following an initial enquiry, families can expect a prompt response and are invited for an on-site assessment to better understand their child's abilities and interests.
As part of The Aurora Group, which was established in 2015, Aurora Woodlands School benefits from a network of experienced staff and specialist teams dedicated to supporting children and young people with SEND. The school prioritises a nurturing community environment, ensuring that every child receives the necessary support to thrive academically and socially.
Useful links
- @The_AuroraGroup (other)
- Our 2024 Impact Report (other)
- R.E.A.L. Education (other)
- https://t.co/ahisFPbQGr (other)
- Twitter (other)
- Facebook (other)
- Instagram (other)
- LinkedIn (other)
- Youtube (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Stonegate School (55.2)
- Bridgeway School (48.6)
Key details
- LA
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Age range
- 10 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 64
- Pupils
- 58
- Boys
- 56
- Girls
- 2
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2012-10-24
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 58 | 56 | 2 | 64 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 51 | 50 | 1 | 64 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 43 | 43 | 0 | 64 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 43 | 43 | 0 | 56 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 44 | 44 | 0 | 56 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 38 | 38 | 0 | 56 | 0.00 |
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