Heather Field School
URN: 146981 • ST17 9JW
Overview
- Name
- Heather Field School
- URN
- 146981
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 61.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Richard Leech (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01785550940
- Website
- Visit Heather Field School website
- Address
-
New Burton House, ST17 9JW
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Summary
Heather Field School is an independent special school located in Stafford, catering to pupils with complex social, emotional, and mental health needs, as well as those with autistic spectrum disorder and learning difficulties. With a current enrolment of 106 students and a capacity of 140, the school adopts a therapeutic approach to education, focusing on the individual needs of each child. This ethos is rooted in promoting independence and personal development, enabling students to thrive both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Heather Field School is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, allowing for flexible learning pathways. Students are streamed according to their abilities, ensuring they receive appropriate support to facilitate their educational journey. The school places a strong emphasis on social, emotional, and physical development, aiming to prepare pupils for future independence and societal contribution.
As an Operation Encompass School, Heather Field is committed to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable children, particularly those affected by domestic abuse. This initiative ensures that staff are informed and prepared to provide immediate emotional support, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for all students.
The curriculum at Heather Field School is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, allowing for flexible learning pathways. Students are streamed according to their abilities, ensuring they receive appropriate support to facilitate their educational journey. The school places a strong emphasis on social, emotional, and physical development, aiming to prepare pupils for future independence and societal contribution.
As an Operation Encompass School, Heather Field is committed to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable children, particularly those affected by domestic abuse. This initiative ensures that staff are informed and prepared to provide immediate emotional support, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for all students.
Useful links
- NASS Membership Certificate (download)
- Educational establishment of the year (download)
- Inspection (download)
- here (download)
- Case Study (download)
- HOME (other)
- REPORTS & POLICIES (other)
- REFERRALS & ADMISSIONS (other)
- TERM DATES (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Options Trent Acres School (74.5)
- Hopedale School (73.7)
- University of Keele (73.7)
- Greenhall Nursery (73.0)
- Cherry Trees School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 106
- Boys
- 84
- Girls
- 22
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2019-08-21
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-06-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 106 | 84 | 22 | 140 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 94 | 76 | 18 | 100 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 64 | 45 | 19 | 100 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 64 | 45 | 19 | 100 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 42 | 26 | 16 | 100 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 50 |
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