Greenfields Specialist School for Communication
URN: 141726 • Northampton NN3 8XS
Overview
- Name
- Greenfields Specialist School for Communication
- URN
- 141726
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- GSSC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 46.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tracy Phillips (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01604741960
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Prentice Court, Northampton NN3 8XS
Summary
Greenfields Specialist School for Communication, located in Northampton, is an academy special converter that caters to a mixed-gender population of 100 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 90. The school focuses on providing tailored educational support for students with communication difficulties, fostering an inclusive environment that prioritises individual progress and development. With a significant percentage of students (47.80%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to addressing diverse needs within the community.
The curriculum at Greenfields is designed to be flexible and responsive, incorporating various educational approaches such as Conductive Education and outdoor learning. The school offers a range of activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and arts accreditation, to enhance students' learning experiences. Support for mental health and well-being is also a key aspect of the school's ethos, with a multi-disciplinary team working collaboratively to ensure holistic development.
Parents and carers have expressed high satisfaction with the school's supportive staff and the progress their children have made. Greenfields aims to create a nurturing environment where every student is encouraged to thrive, reflecting its commitment to community engagement and educational excellence.
The curriculum at Greenfields is designed to be flexible and responsive, incorporating various educational approaches such as Conductive Education and outdoor learning. The school offers a range of activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and arts accreditation, to enhance students' learning experiences. Support for mental health and well-being is also a key aspect of the school's ethos, with a multi-disciplinary team working collaboratively to ensure holistic development.
Parents and carers have expressed high satisfaction with the school's supportive staff and the progress their children have made. Greenfields aims to create a nurturing environment where every student is encouraged to thrive, reflecting its commitment to community engagement and educational excellence.
Useful links
- education.webanywhere.co.uk (other)
- Administer Site (other)
- Ofsted Parent View (other)
- School Jotter (other)
- school website (other)
- Webanywhere (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Northgate School Academy Trust (69.9)
- Fairfields School (68.1)
- St Peter's Independent School (62.7)
- Billing Brook Special School (62.0)
- The Gateway School (61.3)
Key details
- LA
- West Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- GSSC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 90
- Pupils
- 100
- Boys
- 61
- Girls
- 39
- FSM %
- 47.80
- Open date
- 2015-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 100 | 61 | 39 | 90 | 47.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 100 | 61 | 39 | 90 | 45.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 101 | 66 | 35 | 90 | 42.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 101 | 66 | 35 | 90 | 42.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 106 | 69 | 37 | 90 | 43.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 116 | 74 | 42 | 90 | 38.30 |
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