Wren Spinney Community School

URN: 144684 • Kettering NN15 7LB

Overview

Name
Wren Spinney Community School
URN
144684
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
CREATING TOMORROW MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
62.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joshua Gershwin-Williams (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01536481939
Website
Visit
Address
Westover Road, Kettering NN15 7LB

Summary

Wren Spinney Community School, located in Kettering, North Northamptonshire, is an academy special converter catering to students aged 11–18 with diverse learning needs. With a current enrolment of 97 pupils, the school operates above its capacity of 80, reflecting its commitment to providing tailored support for students with severe learning disabilities, profound multiple learning disabilities, and various communication and physical challenges. Each student benefits from an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), ensuring that their individual needs are met.

The curriculum at Wren Spinney is designed to prepare students for adulthood, focusing on essential life skills rather than traditional academic subjects. Key areas of learning include communication, health, relationships, independent living, and future destinations, all delivered through the 'Equals' schemes of work. The school adopts a holistic approach, integrating personal, social, health, and economic education (PSHE) and career guidance into daily learning.

Wren Spinney fosters a supportive community environment, prioritising strong relationships to empower students. The school is dedicated to high-quality educational provision, aiming to equip each student with the skills necessary for a successful transition into adult life. For more information, parents are encouraged to reach out directly to the school.

Key details

LA
North Northamptonshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CREATING TOMORROW MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
80
Pupils
97
Boys
61
Girls
36
FSM %
50.00
Open date
2017-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 97 61 36 80 50.00
2024-09-11 88 56 32 80 49.30
2023-09-11 77 50 27 80 39.70
2022-09-11 77 50 27 80 39.70
2021-09-11 66 41 25 60 38.50
2020-09-11 56 34 22 60 30.80

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