Wigston Birkett House Community Special School

URN: 138935 • Leics LE18 2DT

Overview

Name
Wigston Birkett House Community Special School
URN
138935
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BIRKETT HOUSE SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
71.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chris White (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01162885802
Website
Visit
Address
Station Road, Leics LE18 2DT

Summary

Wigston Birkett House Community Special School is a co-educational academy special converter located in Leicestershire, catering to 252 pupils aged 4-19 with a range of learning needs, including severe and complex difficulties. The school operates across five sites, allowing for a tailored educational experience that meets individual student requirements. The main site in Wigston primarily serves younger students, while older pupils benefit from specialized environments designed to support their sensory and learning needs.

The school emphasizes collaboration with parents and local mainstream schools, fostering an inclusive approach that enables students to learn alongside their peers. Partnerships with local primary schools, such as Little Hill and Thistly Meadow, facilitate social integration and shared learning experiences. Additionally, the Centre at Thomas Estley Community College and the Senior Department at Countesthorpe Academy provide further opportunities for students to prepare for life beyond school.

Birkett House is committed to a comprehensive careers education programme that integrates self-development, career exploration, and management skills into the curriculum. This approach aims to equip all students with the tools necessary for successful transitions into adulthood and future employment.

Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
BIRKETT HOUSE SCHOOL
Capacity
236
Pupils
252
Boys
187
Girls
65
FSM %
29.30
Open date
2012-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 252 187 65 236 29.30
2024-09-11 242 181 61 236 30.00
2023-09-11 248 177 71 236 31.60
2022-09-11 248 177 71 236 31.60
2021-09-11 230 159 71 236 31.80
2020-09-11 226 153 73 236 30.20

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