ACE Tiverton Special School

URN: 147064 • Tiverton EX16 5HB

Overview

Name
ACE Tiverton Special School
URN
147064
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
TRANSFORMING FUTURES MULTI ACADEMY TRUST LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Hannah Smart (since 2025)
Telephone
01884763140
Website
Visit
Address
Orchard Way, Tiverton EX16 5HB

Summary

ACE Tiverton Special School is a Free School Academy located in Tiverton, Devon, catering to students aged 11-16 with Autistic Spectrum Condition and related Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Opened in September 2019, the school has grown from 35 to 115 students, all supported by a dedicated and experienced staff team. The ethos of the school is built on mutual respect and the belief that every student deserves a fresh start each day.

The school’s vision, "Learning for Lifelong Success," emphasizes the importance of strong relationships and high aspirations. ACE Tiverton aims to equip students with essential skills for their future, whether they pursue further education or enter the workforce. The curriculum is designed to be adaptable, preparing students for roles and opportunities that may emerge in the coming years.

As part of the Transforming Futures Trust, ACE Tiverton is committed to fostering a supportive community where students can thrive. The school actively seeks input from families to enhance its development plans, ensuring that the needs and aspirations of the students are at the forefront of its initiatives.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
TRANSFORMING FUTURES MULTI ACADEMY TRUST LIMITED
Capacity
115
Pupils
115
Boys
83
Girls
32
FSM %
41.70
Open date
2019-09-02
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 115 83 32 115 41.70
2024-09-11 108 84 24 108 35.20
2023-09-11 75 57 18 85 40.00
2022-09-11 75 57 18 85 40.00
2021-09-11 59 45 14 70 44.10
2020-09-11 33 28 5 70 45.50

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