Aspire Learning
URN: 149444 • Croydon CR0 5SP
Overview
- Name
- Aspire Learning
- URN
- 149444
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 34.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Abigail McIvor (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02045014941
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Coombe Cliff, Coombe Road, Croydon CR0 5SP
Summary
Aspire Learning is an independent special school located in Croydon, catering to a mixed-gender population of 38 pupils, with a capacity of 56. The school is part of Horizon Care and Education, which provides a range of services including children's homes and supported accommodation across England. Aspire Learning focuses on delivering high-quality education tailored to the needs of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), supported by an integrated therapy team.
The curriculum at Aspire Learning is designed to be inclusive and engaging, aiming to re-engage students with their education through a holistic approach. The school emphasizes therapeutic care and support, ensuring that each child's individual needs are met, which has been highlighted in recent positive Ofsted reports.
Community involvement is also a key aspect of the school's ethos, with various initiatives and events that encourage student participation and foster a sense of belonging. Aspire Learning strives to create a nurturing environment where young people can thrive academically and personally, preparing them for successful futures.
The curriculum at Aspire Learning is designed to be inclusive and engaging, aiming to re-engage students with their education through a holistic approach. The school emphasizes therapeutic care and support, ensuring that each child's individual needs are met, which has been highlighted in recent positive Ofsted reports.
Community involvement is also a key aspect of the school's ethos, with various initiatives and events that encourage student participation and foster a sense of belonging. Aspire Learning strives to create a nurturing environment where young people can thrive academically and personally, preparing them for successful futures.
Useful links
- Specialist Schools Our independent specialist schools feature an integrated therapy team and provide high-quality education for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) (sen)
- About Horizon (other)
- Careers and Progression (other)
- Cookies Policy (other)
- Our Curriculum (other)
- Our Core Values (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Responsible Business (other)
- Our Therapeutic Model (other)
Nearby alternatives
- BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology (68.9)
- Link Primary School (66.4)
- The Link School (66.2)
- Link Secondary School (53.3)
- Addington Valley Academy (53.1)
Key details
- LA
- Croydon
- Age range
- 5 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 56
- Pupils
- 38
- Boys
- 31
- Girls
- 7
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2023-04-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 38 | 31 | 7 | 56 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 29 | 25 | 4 | 56 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 56 |
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