The Anderson School
URN: 144775 • IG7 5AB
Overview
- Name
- The Anderson School
- URN
- 144775
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 53.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Sharpe (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
-
Luxborough Lane, IG7 5AB
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Summary
The Anderson School is an independent special school located in Essex, catering to a mixed-gender population of 54 students, with a capacity of 78. The school focuses on providing tailored educational support for children with autism and related needs. As a specialist institution, it aims to create an inclusive environment that fosters learning and personal development, helping students to thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum is designed to address the unique challenges faced by autistic students, incorporating strategies that promote social skills, communication, and emotional well-being. The school is committed to transforming lives by not only delivering education but also advocating for improved rights and awareness of autism within the broader community.
While the school's website is currently undergoing restructuring, it emphasizes the importance of community involvement and support. Parents and guardians are encouraged to engage with the school and contribute to initiatives that enhance the educational experience for all students, reinforcing a collaborative approach to education and support for autistic individuals.
The curriculum is designed to address the unique challenges faced by autistic students, incorporating strategies that promote social skills, communication, and emotional well-being. The school is committed to transforming lives by not only delivering education but also advocating for improved rights and awareness of autism within the broader community.
While the school's website is currently undergoing restructuring, it emphasizes the importance of community involvement and support. Parents and guardians are encouraged to engage with the school and contribute to initiatives that enhance the educational experience for all students, reinforcing a collaborative approach to education and support for autistic individuals.
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Nearby alternatives
- Chatten Free School (81.0)
- Soaring High Montessori School (77.9)
- Essex Fresh Start (77.9)
- Poplar Adolescent Unit (73.2)
- Market Field School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 78
- Pupils
- 54
- Boys
- 42
- Girls
- 12
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2017-05-25
- Close date
- 2020-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-05-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 54 | 42 | 12 | 78 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 54 | 42 | 12 | 78 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 54 | 42 | 12 | 78 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 54 | 42 | 12 | 78 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 54 | 42 | 12 | 78 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 54 | 42 | 12 | 78 | 0.00 |
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