Woodside School
URN: 148155 • N12 9HP
Overview
- Name
- Woodside School
- URN
- 148155
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dipa Chandegra (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 07956351971
- Website
- Visit Woodside School website
- Address
-
25 Ravensdale Avenue, N12 9HP
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Summary
Woodside School is an independent special school located in Barnet, catering to pupils with special educational needs. With a capacity for 15 students, the school emphasizes an active, hands-on learning approach inspired by the Montessori method. This philosophy encourages engagement through exploration, creativity, and real-world experiences, moving away from traditional classroom settings.
The school prioritises human connection and meaningful interactions, operating as a smartphone-free environment to foster deeper engagement among pupils. Woodside School also values inclusivity, ensuring that all students, including those with English as an Additional Language (EAL), receive equal opportunities and support tailored to their individual needs. Annual reviews of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) involve collaboration between teachers, parents, and relevant authorities.
In addition to academic support, Woodside School provides career guidance for Key Stage 4 pupils, facilitating work experience placements and connections with local colleges. The school aims to equip students with the skills and confidence needed for their next steps after Year 11 or Year 12, fostering a lifelong love of learning and discovery.
The school prioritises human connection and meaningful interactions, operating as a smartphone-free environment to foster deeper engagement among pupils. Woodside School also values inclusivity, ensuring that all students, including those with English as an Additional Language (EAL), receive equal opportunities and support tailored to their individual needs. Annual reviews of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) involve collaboration between teachers, parents, and relevant authorities.
In addition to academic support, Woodside School provides career guidance for Key Stage 4 pupils, facilitating work experience placements and connections with local colleges. The school aims to equip students with the skills and confidence needed for their next steps after Year 11 or Year 12, fostering a lifelong love of learning and discovery.
Useful links
- Woodside Schools (other)
- Woodside Way (other)
- Woodside Schools (other)
- General Information (other)
- Key Information (other)
- Online School (other)
- The Curriculum (other)
- Values, Ethos and Vision (other)
- Our School (other)
- School Info (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Oak Lodge School (70.2)
- North London Grammar School (65.0)
- Beis Soroh Schneirer (64.9)
- Northway School (64.6)
- Oak Lodge School (64.1)
Key details
- LA
- Barnet
- Age range
- 8 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 15
- Pupils
- 0
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2021-04-23
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 15 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 15 |
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