Pinewood School

URN: 141251 • Ware SG12 9PB

Overview

Name
Pinewood School
URN
141251
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
PINEWOOD SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
37.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Taney Howarth (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01920412211
Website
Visit
Address
Hoe Lane, Ware SG12 9PB

Summary

Pinewood School, located in Ware, Hertfordshire, is a specialist academy catering to students with a range of special educational needs, including Learning Difficulties, Autism, and Speech, Language, and Communication needs. The school currently supports 209 pupils across years 7 to 11, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans. With a commitment to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment, Pinewood aims to celebrate each student's unique strengths and aspirations.

The school's ethos revolves around providing tailored support to help students achieve their personal best, whether through academic success, communication development, or fostering independence and confidence. Pinewood's dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that each child receives the care and education they need to thrive.

Pinewood School is also undergoing an exciting rebuild project, aimed at enhancing the learning environment for its pupils. The school encourages community involvement and invites parents to visit and experience the supportive atmosphere that makes Pinewood a unique educational setting. For more information, visit their website at [Pinewood School](https://www.pinewood.herts.sch.uk).

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
PINEWOOD SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
192
Pupils
209
Boys
147
Girls
62
FSM %
46.60
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 209 147 62 192 46.60
2024-09-11 209 147 62 192 43.10
2023-09-11 199 136 63 192 35.20
2022-09-11 199 136 63 180 35.20
2021-09-11 191 132 59 180 34.70
2020-09-11 168 113 55 160 24.40

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