High Park School
URN: 143533 • Bradford BD9 6RY
Overview
- Name
- High Park School
- URN
- 143533
- Type
- Academy special sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CARLTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Bridie Dorning (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01274614092
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thorn Lane, Bradford BD9 6RY
Summary
High Park School is an academy special sponsor-led institution located in Bradford, catering to children and young people aged 3 to 19 with complex needs, including communication difficulties, autism, and severe learning needs. The school prides itself on providing a safe and dynamic learning environment, where the curriculum is designed to be meaningful and relevant, promoting deep and active learning for all pupils.
The school places a strong emphasis on communication and emotional regulation as foundational elements of learning. A multi-professional team, including specialists in Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy, collaborates with teaching staff to deliver personalised support tailored to each pupil's needs. This integrated approach aims to ensure that all students make progress across various areas of development, preparing them for adulthood.
High Park School fosters a positive and inclusive community, encouraging pupils to engage in a range of activities that broaden their experiences. The school hosts events such as performances and enterprise initiatives, promoting social interaction and skill development among students. With a current enrolment of 120 pupils and a commitment to their well-being, High Park School is dedicated to helping each child achieve their potential.
The school places a strong emphasis on communication and emotional regulation as foundational elements of learning. A multi-professional team, including specialists in Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy, collaborates with teaching staff to deliver personalised support tailored to each pupil's needs. This integrated approach aims to ensure that all students make progress across various areas of development, preparing them for adulthood.
High Park School fosters a positive and inclusive community, encouraging pupils to engage in a range of activities that broaden their experiences. The school hosts events such as performances and enterprise initiatives, promoting social interaction and skill development among students. With a current enrolment of 120 pupils and a commitment to their well-being, High Park School is dedicated to helping each child achieve their potential.
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Nearby alternatives
- Crystal Gardens Primary School (66.7)
- Eternal Light (66.7)
- J.A.M.E.S (62.9)
- Ellar Carr (62.7)
- Netherleigh and Rossefield School (61.7)
Key details
- LA
- Bradford
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CARLTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 100
- Pupils
- 120
- Boys
- 101
- Girls
- 19
- FSM %
- 44.40
- Open date
- 2017-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 120 | 101 | 19 | 100 | 44.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 117 | 97 | 20 | 100 | 40.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 117 | 99 | 18 | 100 | 37.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 117 | 99 | 18 | 100 | 37.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 116 | 100 | 16 | 100 | 37.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 115 | 97 | 18 | 100 | 31.90 |
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