The Ridge Employability College
URN: 142921 • Doncaster DN6 7FE
Overview
- Name
- The Ridge Employability College
- URN
- 142921
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Melanie Atkin (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01302897445
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 10 Ebor Court, Doncaster DN6 7FE
Summary
The Ridge Employability College is a special post-16 institution located in Doncaster, catering to learners aged 16 to 25 with special educational needs (SEN). With a capacity of 45 students, the college serves individuals from Doncaster and surrounding areas, including Nottinghamshire, Rotherham, Barnsley, and Wakefield. The college aims to provide a supportive environment that fosters personal development and employability skills.
The curriculum at The Ridge focuses on equipping students with the skills necessary for future employment, alongside promoting independence and social integration. The college values a collaborative approach, engaging with parents, carers, and local support services to ensure that each learner's needs are met effectively. Regular events, such as open days and parent/carer meetings, are held to keep families informed and involved in their children's education.
Governed by a Board of Directors, The Ridge is committed to maintaining high educational standards and ensuring the overall well-being of its students. The college prioritises safeguarding and personal development, aiming to create a nurturing environment where learners can thrive both academically and socially.
The curriculum at The Ridge focuses on equipping students with the skills necessary for future employment, alongside promoting independence and social integration. The college values a collaborative approach, engaging with parents, carers, and local support services to ensure that each learner's needs are met effectively. Regular events, such as open days and parent/carer meetings, are held to keep families informed and involved in their children's education.
Governed by a Board of Directors, The Ridge is committed to maintaining high educational standards and ensuring the overall well-being of its students. The college prioritises safeguarding and personal development, aiming to create a nurturing environment where learners can thrive both academically and socially.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- College Calendar (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Home (other)
- About Us (other)
- Directors (other)
- The Ridge Prospectus (other)
- Values (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Heatherwood School (67.4)
- Stone Hill School (65.2)
- Fullerton House School (61.2)
- Coppice School (58.3)
- Wilsic Hall School (58.2)
Key details
- LA
- Doncaster
- Age range
- 16 - 25
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 45
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 45 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 45 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 45 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 45 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 45 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 45 |
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