The Russett School
URN: 142302 • Northwich CW8 3BW
Overview
- Name
- The Russett School
- URN
- 142302
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 61.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Leach (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01606853005
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Middlehurst Avenue, Northwich CW8 3BW
Summary
The Russett School, located in Northwich, Cheshire, is a specialist academy catering to pupils aged 2 to 19 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Complex Learning Needs. With a current enrolment of 142 students, the school operates with a capacity of 93, reflecting its commitment to providing tailored educational experiences in a supportive environment. The school is part of the Shaw Education Trust and prioritises community values such as resilience, wellbeing, respect, and empowerment.
The curriculum at The Russett School is bespoke, designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. Learning pathways include the Early Years Foundation Stage, Coastal Pathway, Countryside Pathway, and City Pathway, ensuring that each pupil receives personalised support. Class sizes are small, typically comprising around 11 students, and are supported by a team of four adults, including a class teacher and three teaching assistants.
The Russett School aims to prepare students for future educational transitions and promote independence, ensuring that every pupil leaves with effective communication skills. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for visits to discuss individual needs, fostering a collaborative approach to education and support.
The curriculum at The Russett School is bespoke, designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. Learning pathways include the Early Years Foundation Stage, Coastal Pathway, Countryside Pathway, and City Pathway, ensuring that each pupil receives personalised support. Class sizes are small, typically comprising around 11 students, and are supported by a team of four adults, including a class teacher and three teaching assistants.
The Russett School aims to prepare students for future educational transitions and promote independence, ensuring that every pupil leaves with effective communication skills. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for visits to discuss individual needs, fostering a collaborative approach to education and support.
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- Meeting Minutes (governance)
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- Scheme of Delegation (governance)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies & Protocols (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Cloughwood Academy (54.1)
- Rosebank School (53.8)
- The Grange School (48.7)
- Cloughwood School (45.2)
- The Russett School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 93
- Pupils
- 142
- Boys
- 116
- Girls
- 26
- FSM %
- 52.40
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 142 | 116 | 26 | 93 | 52.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 135 | 110 | 25 | 136 | 52.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 120 | 99 | 21 | 120 | 53.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 120 | 99 | 21 | 95 | 53.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 116 | 96 | 20 | 95 | 49.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 113 | 92 | 21 | 95 | 52.30 |
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