The Meadows School

URN: 143346 • Leek ST13 6EU

Overview

Name
The Meadows School
URN
143346
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
MANOR HALL ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christopher Best (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01538225060
Website
Visit
Address
Springfield Road, Leek ST13 6EU

Summary

The Meadows School, located in Leek, Staffordshire, is a mixed academy special converter catering to students aged 11 to 19 with a range of special educational needs. The school serves 129 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 120, and has a significant proportion of students eligible for free school meals (42.4%). The school is committed to creating engaging learning environments that foster independence, life skills, and community involvement.

The curriculum at The Meadows School is diverse, incorporating practical life skills and outdoor learning opportunities. The school particularly focuses on supporting students with profound and multiple learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, and Autistic Spectrum Disorder. By co-locating with a mainstream high school, The Meadows provides unique opportunities for students to interact and develop alongside their peers.

The school emphasizes collaboration with parents and carers to ensure the best outcomes for each student. Through initiatives like the Duke of Edinburgh Award and personal development programs, The Meadows aims to build emotional resilience and strong relationships among its students, preparing them for successful futures in their communities.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
MANOR HALL ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
120
Pupils
129
Boys
84
Girls
45
FSM %
42.40
Open date
2016-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 129 84 45 120 42.40
2024-09-11 130 85 45 120 33.00
2023-09-11 126 80 46 120 31.10
2022-09-11 126 80 46 120 31.10
2021-09-11 124 79 45 120 33.30
2020-09-11 124 77 47 115 32.90

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