Sir Bobby Robson School

URN: 147849 • Ipswich IP3 9FA

Overview

Name
Sir Bobby Robson School
URN
147849
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
44.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ashlee Jacobs (since 2025)
Telephone
01473556210
Website
Visit
Address
Lindbergh Road, Ipswich IP3 9FA

Summary

Sir Bobby Robson School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a free special school catering to students aged 8 to 16 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a current enrolment of 66 pupils, the school operates with a capacity of 60, reflecting its commitment to providing individualised support in a nurturing environment. The school aims to create a calm atmosphere where students can thrive, particularly those who have faced challenges in previous educational settings.

The curriculum at Sir Bobby Robson School is ambitious and well-planned, focusing on meeting the diverse needs of its learners. It emphasises the importance of building strong, trusting relationships to support students' emotional and social development. The school also offers a range of interventions and enrichment opportunities to enhance learning experiences.

Community engagement is a vital aspect of the school's ethos, with various workshops and support services available for parents and carers. Sir Bobby Robson School strives to empower students to believe in themselves and achieve their potential, fostering a sense of belonging and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
8 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
60
Pupils
66
Boys
63
Girls
3
FSM %
59.10
Open date
2020-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 66 63 3 60 59.10
2024-09-11 64 62 2 60 57.80
2023-09-11 58 55 3 60 62.10
2022-09-11 58 55 3 60 62.10
2021-09-11 30 28 2 60 80.00
2020-09-11 60

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