The Rise Free School

URN: 140360 • Feltham TW13 7EF

Overview

Name
The Rise Free School
URN
140360
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Trust
AMBITIOUS ABOUT AUTISM SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Karen Oliver (since 2025)
Telephone
02080990640
Website
Visit
Address
Browells Lane, Feltham TW13 7EF

Summary

The Rise Free School, located in Feltham, Hounslow, is a special free school established in September 2014 under the Ambitious about Autism Schools Trust. Catering to pupils aged 4 to 19, the school focuses on preparing students for future educational and employment opportunities while promoting both academic and social outcomes. With a current enrolment of 143 pupils, the school operates at full capacity in its primary and secondary phases.

The curriculum at The Rise School aligns broadly with mainstream education, offering subjects such as English, maths, science, and physical education, alongside personal, social, and health education. Classes are kept small, with 8-10 pupils per group, allowing for tailored support. Additionally, the school provides a range of therapeutic services, including full-time speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy, to address the specific needs of its students.

The school community is built on values of kindness, pride, and resilience, fostering an inclusive environment where pupils can thrive. The Rise School also emphasizes the importance of mental health and well-being through various programmes, including yoga and mindfulness sessions, ensuring that students develop essential life skills alongside their academic achievements.

Key details

LA
Hounslow
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
AMBITIOUS ABOUT AUTISM SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
142
Pupils
143
Boys
119
Girls
24
FSM %
51.00
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Middlesex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 143 119 24 142 51.00
2024-09-11 138 115 23 142 45.10
2023-09-11 127 112 15 142 44.40
2022-09-11 127 112 15 130 44.40
2021-09-11 115 104 11 130 45.60
2020-09-11 105 96 9 105 38.70

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