Dibden Park School

URN: 149863 • Southampton SO45 5TD

Overview

Name
Dibden Park School
URN
149863
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
33.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jessica Wrigley (since 2025)
Telephone
02380177958
Website
Visit
Address
Main Road, Southampton SO45 5TD

Summary

Dibden Park School is an independent specialist school located in Southampton, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 8-16 with complex needs, including social, emotional, and mental health challenges. With a current enrolment of 38 students and a capacity for 60, the school prioritises creating a safe and nurturing environment where individual needs are met.

The school’s ethos centres around providing a personalised and engaging education that encompasses a broad curriculum. This includes both formal lessons and informal learning experiences throughout the school day, aimed at promoting personal growth and development. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to foster positive relationships, ensuring that each pupil can achieve their full potential while celebrating their unique successes.

Dibden Park School is committed to removing barriers to education and developing a community with a shared sense of purpose. The team is passionate about supporting not only academic growth but also the social and emotional well-being of each student, preparing them for future educational engagement and personal development.

Key details

LA
Hampshire
Age range
8 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
60
Pupils
38
Boys
26
Girls
12
FSM %
Open date
2023-08-18
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 38 26 12 60
2024-09-11 16 10 6 60
2023-09-11 60

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