Belong School Gloucestershire

URN: 146671 • Slimbridge GL2 7BP

Overview

Name
Belong School Gloucestershire
URN
146671
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.5 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Saar Yaniv (since 2025)
Telephone
03003035755
Website
Visit
Address
Wild Goose Lodge, Slimbridge GL2 7BP

Summary

Belong School Gloucestershire is an independent special school located in Slimbridge, serving a mixed-gender cohort of 35 pupils with a capacity of 50. Established in 2013, the school aims to provide a supportive educational environment for children and young people with unmet needs. The ethos of Belong School is rooted in fostering a sense of belonging, enabling students to learn, grow, and thrive through a relational practice approach.

The curriculum at Belong School Gloucestershire is designed to be broad and varied, focusing on both academic and life skills. It combines small group learning with one-to-one support, allowing for tailored educational experiences that address individual challenges. The school emphasizes emotional wellbeing and personal development, equipping students with the skills necessary for lifelong learning and successful adulthood.

Belong School Gloucestershire is committed to building strong relationships between staff and students, ensuring that each child receives the attention and care they need. The school works closely with families to develop effective learning strategies and meet the goals outlined in Education Health and Care Plans, fostering a collaborative community atmosphere.

Key details

LA
Gloucestershire
Age range
11 - 17
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
50
Pupils
35
Boys
25
Girls
10
FSM %
Open date
2019-01-22
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Gloucestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 35 25 10 50
2024-09-11 31 27 4 32
2023-09-11 27 23 4 32 0.00
2022-09-11 27 23 4 32 0.00
2021-09-11 29 26 3 32
2020-09-11 22 19 3 32

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login