Poppy Field School

URN: 149567 • Widnes WA8 6DJ

Overview

Name
Poppy Field School
URN
149567
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
35.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
April Palmer (since 2025)
Telephone
01513323000
Website
Visit
Address
18 Lugsdale Road, Widnes WA8 6DJ

Summary

Poppy Field School is an independent special school located in Widnes, Halton, catering to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN). With a current enrolment of 27 students and a capacity of 40, the school focuses on providing a therapeutic and personalised educational experience tailored to the individual needs of each child. The school's ethos centres on fostering independence and personal development, ensuring that students can thrive both academically and socially.

The curriculum at Poppy Field School is flexible and adaptive, allowing pupils to be streamed according to their needs and abilities. This approach ensures that each child receives the appropriate support to access learning effectively. The school is committed to a holistic development model that prioritises social, emotional, and physical growth.

Poppy Field School also participates in the Operation Encompass initiative, which supports children affected by domestic abuse by ensuring they receive timely emotional support. This commitment to safeguarding and nurturing creates a safe and supportive community for all pupils, enabling them to become positive and valuable members of society.

Key details

LA
Halton
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
40
Pupils
27
Boys
19
Girls
8
FSM %
Open date
2023-05-22
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 27 19 8 40
2024-09-11 15 13 2 40
2023-09-11 40

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