Harrison College
URN: 148195 • Doncaster DN4 5HZ
Overview
- Name
- Harrison College
- URN
- 148195
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gemma Peebles (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01302540495
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Barclay Court, Doncaster DN4 5HZ
Summary
Harrison College is a special post-16 institution located in Doncaster, dedicated to providing tailored education for neurodiverse young people. The college operates in a small, professional environment designed to maximize student potential, focusing on essential skills for work, social skills, and life skills. It aims to prepare students for adult life through a curriculum that emphasizes career development planning and project-based learning.
The curriculum at Harrison College is structured around the national skills builder framework, ensuring that students develop realistic and sustainable career plans. The college collaborates with local businesses to create internship opportunities, allowing students to gain practical experience and build confidence. This approach helps students secure the skills and attributes necessary for employment upon completing their study programmes.
Harrison College fosters a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, where each learner is encouraged to thrive regardless of their background. The college prioritizes student success and community engagement, with various projects aimed at benefiting local schools and organizations, reinforcing its commitment to the wider community.
The curriculum at Harrison College is structured around the national skills builder framework, ensuring that students develop realistic and sustainable career plans. The college collaborates with local businesses to create internship opportunities, allowing students to gain practical experience and build confidence. This approach helps students secure the skills and attributes necessary for employment upon completing their study programmes.
Harrison College fosters a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, where each learner is encouraged to thrive regardless of their background. The college prioritizes student success and community engagement, with various projects aimed at benefiting local schools and organizations, reinforcing its commitment to the wider community.
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- Business Testimonials (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Heatherwood School (67.4)
- Stone Hill School (65.2)
- Fullerton House School (61.2)
- The Ridge Employability College (60.2)
- Coppice School (58.3)
Key details
- LA
- Doncaster
- Age range
- 16 - 25
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2019-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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