Northstar New School
URN: 142334 • IG11 7JA
Overview
- Name
- Northstar New School
- URN
- 142334
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 65.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Euan Macdonald (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02087248862
- Website
- Visit Northstar New School website
- Address
-
c/o Gascoigne Primary Annex, IG11 7JA
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Summary
Northstar New School is an independent special school located in Barking and Dagenham, catering to children who struggle to thrive in mainstream educational settings. With a current enrolment of 21 pupils and a capacity of 30, the school focuses on providing a supportive environment for students with complex needs and challenging behaviours. The dedicated staff aim to foster a sense of belonging and rekindle a love for learning, working towards reintegrating students into mainstream education when possible.
The school offers a broad and adaptable curriculum tailored to the individual needs of each pupil, ensuring that learning is both engaging and effective. Northstar New School has received an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to enhancing students' well-being and academic progress. Parents have expressed high levels of satisfaction, noting significant improvements in their children's behaviour and happiness since attending.
Community involvement and open communication are key aspects of the school's ethos. Parents appreciate the regular updates on their children's progress and the supportive environment that encourages collaboration between home and school. Northstar New School strives to provide a nurturing space where children can thrive and develop essential life skills.
The school offers a broad and adaptable curriculum tailored to the individual needs of each pupil, ensuring that learning is both engaging and effective. Northstar New School has received an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to enhancing students' well-being and academic progress. Parents have expressed high levels of satisfaction, noting significant improvements in their children's behaviour and happiness since attending.
Community involvement and open communication are key aspects of the school's ethos. Parents appreciate the regular updates on their children's progress and the supportive environment that encourages collaboration between home and school. Northstar New School strives to provide a nurturing space where children can thrive and develop essential life skills.
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Nearby alternatives
- Trinity School (75.2)
- Mayesbrook Park School (63.5)
- Riverside Bridge School (62.6)
- SW!TCH Borders (55.2)
- Frobel Independent School (54.7)
Key details
- LA
- Barking and Dagenham
- Age range
- 7 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 30
- Pupils
- 21
- Boys
- 20
- Girls
- 1
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 21 | 20 | 1 | 30 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 21 | 21 | 0 | 30 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 24 | 22 | 2 | 30 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 24 | 22 | 2 | 30 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 24 | 21 | 3 | 30 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 25 | 23 | 2 | 30 | 0.00 |
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