Youth Works Community College

URN: 144377 • Northamptonshire NN16 9HX

Overview

Name
Youth Works Community College
URN
144377
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Arlette Wrighting (since 2025)
Telephone
01536518339
Website
Visit
Address
Keystone, Northamptonshire NN16 9HX

Summary

Youth Works Community College is an independent school located in Northamptonshire, catering specifically to young people aged 16-25 with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. Established in 2017, the college aims to provide a supportive learning environment that fosters personal growth and academic achievement. With a current enrolment of one pupil and a capacity for 20, the college emphasizes small group settings to enhance individual attention and support.

The curriculum at Youth Works is designed to be flexible and responsive to the needs of its students, incorporating vocational courses and life skills training. The college has a strong commitment to mental health support, offering counselling services and various programs to assist students in their transition to adulthood. Their recent Ofsted inspection rated the school as 'Good,' highlighting 'Outstanding' behaviours and attitudes among students.

Youth Works Community College is part of a broader community initiative, having evolved from Youth Works CIC, which has been active since 2006. The college collaborates with local organisations to provide additional resources and opportunities, ensuring that students are well-supported both academically and personally.

Key details

LA
North Northamptonshire
Age range
13 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
20
Pupils
1
Boys
1
Girls
0
FSM %
Open date
2017-10-12
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1 1 0 20
2024-09-11 5 3 2 20
2023-09-11 3 3 0 20 0.00
2022-09-11 3 3 0 20 0.00
2021-09-11 2 2 0 20 0.00
2020-09-11 9 7 2 20 0.00

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