Stone Lodge Academy

URN: 141407 • Ipswich IP2 9HW

Overview

Name
Stone Lodge Academy
URN
141407
Type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
EASTERN EDUCATION GROUP TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Executive Head: Lawrence Chapman Head of School: Claire Brickley (since 2025)
Telephone
01473601175
Website
Visit
Address
Stone Lodge Lane West, Ipswich IP2 9HW

Summary

Stone Lodge Academy, located in Ipswich, is a special academy catering to students aged 5 to 16 with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD). The school supports children with various needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorders, dyspraxia, and global developmental delay. With a capacity of 173 pupils, the academy aims to provide a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and socially.

The curriculum at Stone Lodge is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on individual learning styles and developmental needs. The school primarily follows a red curriculum pathway, with additional support for students on green and yellow pathways. Class sizes are kept small, with a maximum of 14 students, ensuring personalised attention from teachers and support staff.

Stone Lodge Academy also emphasises the importance of social skills and life experiences, offering off-site visits and activities such as horse riding and swimming. The school is committed to fostering self-esteem and independence in its students, preparing them for future adult life and work environments.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
5 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EASTERN EDUCATION GROUP TRUST
Capacity
173
Pupils
173
Boys
109
Girls
64
FSM %
46.80
Open date
2015-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 173 109 64 173 46.80
2024-09-11 170 108 62 173 40.60
2023-09-11 168 106 62 173 41.10
2022-09-11 168 106 62 173 41.10
2021-09-11 171 111 60 173 42.70
2020-09-11 173 115 58 160 38.20

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