Tweendykes School
URN: 139628 • Hull HU7 4PW
Overview
- Name
- Tweendykes School
- URN
- 139628
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 57.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Yvonne Briggs (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01482826508
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Midmere Avenue, Leads Road, Hull HU7 4PW
Summary
Tweendykes School is a community special academy located in Hull, catering to pupils aged 3-19 with severe learning difficulties and physical disabilities. With a current enrolment of 166 students, the school has a capacity of 130 and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment. The ethos of Tweendykes revolves around respecting and valuing each child, ensuring that high levels of care and support are integral to the educational experience.
The curriculum at Tweendykes is designed to be broad, balanced, and developmentally appropriate, focusing on motivating pupils and fostering a love for learning. The school emphasizes the development of social communication and emotional regulation skills, preparing students for life beyond school. Facilities include a hydrotherapy pool and sensory rooms, alongside shared resources with the nearby Winifred Holtby Academy, enhancing the learning experience.
Partnerships with parents and carers are highly valued, with a commitment to collaboration in supporting each pupil's educational journey. Careers education is integrated into the curriculum, helping students understand the world of work and prepare for their future, even if paid employment may not be a feasible goal for all.
The curriculum at Tweendykes is designed to be broad, balanced, and developmentally appropriate, focusing on motivating pupils and fostering a love for learning. The school emphasizes the development of social communication and emotional regulation skills, preparing students for life beyond school. Facilities include a hydrotherapy pool and sensory rooms, alongside shared resources with the nearby Winifred Holtby Academy, enhancing the learning experience.
Partnerships with parents and carers are highly valued, with a commitment to collaboration in supporting each pupil's educational journey. Careers education is integrated into the curriculum, helping students understand the world of work and prepare for their future, even if paid employment may not be a feasible goal for all.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governors Information (governance)
- SEND Policy and SEN Information report (sen)
- Seniors (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Accessibility Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
- Autism Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Boulevard Centre (70.2)
- Northcott School and Sixth Form College (63.4)
- The Venn Boulevard Centre (60.3)
- Rise Academy (56.8)
- The Sullivan Centre (55.3)
Key details
- LA
- Kingston upon Hull, City of
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 130
- Pupils
- 166
- Boys
- 117
- Girls
- 49
- FSM %
- 50.00
- Open date
- 2013-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 166 | 117 | 49 | 130 | 50.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 165 | 112 | 53 | 130 | 48.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 165 | 112 | 53 | 130 | 51.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 165 | 112 | 53 | 130 | 51.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 163 | 113 | 50 | 130 | 52.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 161 | 111 | 50 | 130 | 45.90 |
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