Fountain Head House School

URN: 148497 • Cornwall PL12 4AE

Overview

Name
Fountain Head House School
URN
148497
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Inadequate
Ranking score
26.5 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Thereza De Lucca (since 2025)
Telephone
01752853891
Website
Visit
Address
Saltash Campus, Cornwall PL12 4AE

Summary

Fountain Head House School is an independent special school located in Saltash, Cornwall, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 16 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school provides a nurturing environment for students who hold an Education, Health and Care Plan, focusing on those with autism, communication challenges, sensory processing needs, and global developmental delays.

The curriculum is tailored to individual needs, delivered through three pathways: Learning to Learn, Participating in Learning, and Independent Learning. Core subjects include English, Maths, Science, PSHE, and PE, supplemented by opportunities in Life Skills, Computing, Music, and Art. The school emphasizes emotional well-being and therapeutic approaches to learning, aiming to foster a love for education and prepare students for future employment and independence.

Fountain Head House School values community engagement and encourages open communication with parents and carers through various events. The school aims to create an inclusive environment that recognizes neurodiversity as a strength, promoting a supportive atmosphere for all pupils to thrive.

Nearby alternatives

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
4 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
80
Pupils
67
Boys
51
Girls
16
FSM %
Open date
2021-04-07
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 67 51 16 80
2024-09-11 48 38 10 80
2023-09-11 24 20 4 50 0.00
2022-09-11 24 20 4 50 0.00
2021-09-11 50

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login