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
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.
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.
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Nearby alternatives
- First Base Ipswich Academy (72.7)
- First Base, Ipswich (72.7)
- Parkside Pupil Referral Unit (60.2)
- University of Suffolk (60.2)
- Westbridge Pupil Referral Unit (60.2)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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