Beacon of Light School
URN: 142882 • Sunderland SR5 1SN
Overview
- Name
- Beacon of Light School
- URN
- 142882
- Type
- Free schools alternative provision
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE LAIDLAW SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Denise Taylor (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01915634789
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Vaux Brewery Way, Sunderland SR5 1SN
Summary
Beacon of Light School, located in Sunderland, is a free school alternative provision catering to students aged 13-16 who face challenges in mainstream education. With a capacity of 80 pupils, the school aims to provide a supportive and nurturing environment where each student is recognised as an individual. The ethos of the school centres on developing the whole child, focusing on both academic and personal growth.
The curriculum at Beacon of Light School is designed to offer life-changing opportunities, combining academic and vocational pathways to prepare students for future employment and training. The experienced staff tailor learning experiences to meet the unique needs of each student, fostering confidence and a positive mindset. This approach equips students with essential skills for the evolving job market, ensuring they are "work-ready."
The school community is committed to raising aspirations and supporting students in their educational journeys. By embedding strong values and providing personalised learning experiences, Beacon of Light School strives to empower young people to achieve their goals and create a positive future for themselves.
The curriculum at Beacon of Light School is designed to offer life-changing opportunities, combining academic and vocational pathways to prepare students for future employment and training. The experienced staff tailor learning experiences to meet the unique needs of each student, fostering confidence and a positive mindset. This approach equips students with essential skills for the evolving job market, ensuring they are "work-ready."
The school community is committed to raising aspirations and supporting students in their educational journeys. By embedding strong values and providing personalised learning experiences, Beacon of Light School strives to empower young people to achieve their goals and create a positive future for themselves.
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Nearby alternatives
- Sunningdale School (67.5)
- Harry Watts Academy (64.7)
- Ks1 Pupil Referral Unit (62.7)
- Consilium Evolve (61.2)
- Education and Services for People with Autism (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 13 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE LAIDLAW SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 80
- Pupils
- 0
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 80 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 80 | 100.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1 | 1 | 80 | 100.00 |
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