Springwell Alternative Academy Mablethorpe
URN: 147196 • Mablethorpe LN12 2DF
Overview
- Name
- Springwell Alternative Academy Mablethorpe
- URN
- 147196
- Type
- Free schools alternative provision
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 75.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lisa Ashcroft-Day (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01507430580
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Seaholme Road, Mablethorpe LN12 2DF
Summary
Springwell Alternative Academy Mablethorpe is a free school alternative provision located in Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire, catering to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. The academy serves students from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4, with a focus on providing tailored educational support. While Key Stage 4 pupils typically remain until the end of Year 11, those in Key Stages 1-3 are offered short-stay provisions aimed at reintegration into mainstream education or transition to appropriate special school settings.
The academy operates under the ethos of second chances and trauma-informed practices, prioritising unconditional positive regard and a nurturing environment. The staff work closely with families to identify each child's unique needs, ensuring that all pupils feel valued and successful throughout their educational journey. Admission is facilitated through referrals from mainstream schools or local authorities following permanent exclusions.
Led by Executive Principal Lisa Ashcroft-Day, Springwell Alternative Academy is committed to fostering a supportive community where collaboration between families and educators is essential for overcoming challenges and enhancing student outcomes.
The academy operates under the ethos of second chances and trauma-informed practices, prioritising unconditional positive regard and a nurturing environment. The staff work closely with families to identify each child's unique needs, ensuring that all pupils feel valued and successful throughout their educational journey. Admission is facilitated through referrals from mainstream schools or local authorities following permanent exclusions.
Led by Executive Principal Lisa Ashcroft-Day, Springwell Alternative Academy is committed to fostering a supportive community where collaboration between families and educators is essential for overcoming challenges and enhancing student outcomes.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- Catch-Up Strategy (other)
- Coronavirus Updates (other)
- Our Policies and Procedures (other)
- Remote Learning (other)
- 01507 430 580 (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Virtual Tour of the School! (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Ash Villa South Rauceby (72.7)
- Gosberton House School (70.2)
- The Garth School (70.2)
- The Lady Jane Franklin School (70.2)
- St George's Preparatory School & Little Dragons Preschool (62.8)
Key details
- LA
- Lincolnshire
- Age range
- 4 - 16
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 63
- Pupils
- 47
- Boys
- 28
- Girls
- 19
- FSM %
- 70.20
- Open date
- 2019-09-02
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 47 | 28 | 19 | 63 | 70.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 32 | 22 | 10 | 63 | 71.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 24 | 18 | 6 | 62 | 50.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 24 | 18 | 6 | 50.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 21 | 14 | 7 | 61.90 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 28 | 20 | 8 | 39.30 |
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