Southview School

URN: 144956 • Witham CM8 2TA

Overview

Type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julian Cochrane (since 2025)
Telephone
01376503505
Website
Visit
Address
Conrad Road, Witham CM8 2TA

Summary

Southview School is a mixed academy special school located in Witham, Essex, catering to children and young people aged 3 to 19 with physical and neurological impairments. The school operates in a modern, inclusive environment designed to support the unique needs of its 95 pupils, who benefit from a tailored educational approach. With a capacity of 98, Southview School emphasizes the importance of making connections with prior learning, leading to exceptional progress for its students, as noted in the recent Ofsted report, which rated the school as outstanding in 2022.

The admissions process is managed by the local authority, with placements determined based on the individual needs of students, particularly those with severe physical difficulties and neurological impairments. The school provides a range of support for additional needs, including learning difficulties and speech and language challenges, ensuring that each child receives the necessary assistance to thrive.

In the sixth form, the curriculum is specifically designed to prepare students for their future, focusing on essential life skills such as communication, health and wellbeing, and work-related skills. Southview School is committed to fostering a safe and supportive community, with robust policies in place to ensure the welfare of all students.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
HOPE LEARNING COMMUNITY
Capacity
98
Pupils
95
Boys
50
Girls
45
FSM %
36.10
Open date
2018-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 95 50 45 98 36.10
2024-09-11 84 46 38 79 40.90
2023-09-11 72 40 32 79 35.20
2022-09-11 72 40 32 74 35.20
2021-09-11 78 42 36 74 28.80
2020-09-11 75 42 33 74 28.10

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