High Peak School
URN: 141502 • Cheshire SK12 2AP
Overview
- Name
- High Peak School
- URN
- 141502
- 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
- 52.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Boylan (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01663721731
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mudhurst Lane, Cheshire SK12 2AP
Summary
High Peak School is an independent special school located in Cheshire, catering to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and autism. With a current enrollment of 89 pupils and a capacity of 90, the school provides a supportive environment tailored to the individual needs of its students. The school is part of the Kedleston Group, which operates various specialist education and care settings across England.
The curriculum at High Peak School is designed to promote both academic achievement and personal development, focusing on building resilience and independence. The school employs a range of therapeutic approaches to support students' emotional and social growth, ensuring they receive the necessary care and guidance. Additionally, the school offers residential options, allowing for a more immersive educational experience.
High Peak School is committed to fostering a sense of community among its students and their families. By engaging with local resources and promoting active participation in the community, the school aims to enhance students' social skills and overall well-being, preparing them for successful futures.
The curriculum at High Peak School is designed to promote both academic achievement and personal development, focusing on building resilience and independence. The school employs a range of therapeutic approaches to support students' emotional and social growth, ensuring they receive the necessary care and guidance. Additionally, the school offers residential options, allowing for a more immersive educational experience.
High Peak School is committed to fostering a sense of community among its students and their families. By engaging with local resources and promoting active participation in the community, the school aims to enhance students' social skills and overall well-being, preparing them for successful futures.
Useful links
- Olsen House School (sen)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Events and Open Days (calendar)
- News (calendar)
- Building Confidence and Collaboration in the... (calendar)
- The Kindness Tree: Growing a Culture of Compassion (calendar)
- Year 7 Food Technology with Mr Sweeting (calendar)
- Modern Slavery Statement (download)
- Policies (other)
- School Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Cornerstone Academy (53.8)
- Penarth Group School (52.3)
- St Ambrose Prep School (38.5)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire East
- Age range
- 7 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 90
- Pupils
- 89
- Boys
- 57
- Girls
- 32
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2014-10-08
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 89 | 57 | 32 | 90 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 71 | 44 | 27 | 90 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 50 | 40 | 10 | 90 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 50 | 40 | 10 | 60 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 45 | 40 | 5 | 60 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 40 | 35 | 5 | 60 | 0.00 |
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