Hardwick House School
URN: 141127 • LE11 3HU
Overview
- Name
- Hardwick House School
- URN
- 141127
- 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
- 55.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Unwin (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01509218203
- Website
- Visit Hardwick House School website
- Address
-
190 Forest Road, LE11 3HU
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Summary
Hardwick House School is an independent specialist school located in Loughborough, Leicestershire, catering to children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related conditions. Established in 2014, the school operates with a learner-centered philosophy, prioritising the individual needs of its students. It aims to create a positive and inclusive environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
The school provides access to the National Curriculum while focusing on the specific learning difficulties associated with autism. This tailored approach ensures that students receive the support they need to develop their skills and confidence. With a current enrolment of 44 pupils and a capacity for 52, Hardwick House School maintains a close-knit community atmosphere, fostering personal growth and development.
Headed by Sarah Unwin, Hardwick House School is committed to helping students transition successfully into adulthood, offering educational pathways from primary through to post-16. The school's location in a university town further enriches the learning experience, providing unique opportunities for engagement and community involvement.
The school provides access to the National Curriculum while focusing on the specific learning difficulties associated with autism. This tailored approach ensures that students receive the support they need to develop their skills and confidence. With a current enrolment of 44 pupils and a capacity for 52, Hardwick House School maintains a close-knit community atmosphere, fostering personal growth and development.
Headed by Sarah Unwin, Hardwick House School is committed to helping students transition successfully into adulthood, offering educational pathways from primary through to post-16. The school's location in a university town further enriches the learning experience, providing unique opportunities for engagement and community involvement.
Useful links
- SEN Report & Local Offer (sen)
- Admissions Welcome (other)
- Compliments and Complaints (other)
- Information for Ofsted (other)
- Photo Gallery (other)
- Policies (other)
- Recruitment (other)
- Our Team (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Welcome and Our Ethos (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Meadow View Farm School (77.5)
- Homefield College (75.2)
- Wigston Birkett House Community Special School (71.8)
- Lodge Farm Education (68.8)
- Twycross House School (68.3)
Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 7 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 52
- Pupils
- 44
- Boys
- 30
- Girls
- 14
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2014-07-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-12-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 44 | 30 | 14 | 52 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 40 | 26 | 14 | 52 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 39 | 27 | 12 | 43 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 39 | 27 | 12 | 43 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 37 | 25 | 12 | 40 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 33 | 26 | 7 | 37 | 0.00 |
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