Fen Rivers Academy
URN: 150265 • King's Lynn PE30 2HU
Overview
- Name
- Fen Rivers Academy
- URN
- 150265
- Type
- Academy special sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE BRIDGE MAT LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Amanda Fewkes (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01553887330
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kilhams Way, King's Lynn PE30 2HU
Summary
Fen Rivers Academy, located in King's Lynn, Norfolk, is a therapeutic special school that caters to children aged 5 to 16 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. With a current enrolment of 82 pupils and a capacity of 96, the school provides a supportive environment where students are encouraged to explore their emotions and develop self-awareness. The school is committed to fostering mental health and wellbeing, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The curriculum at Fen Rivers is designed to equip students with essential life skills and qualifications, aiming to close the attainment gap with their peers. The staff employ trauma-informed practices and focus on building strong relationships to facilitate learning. The school also prioritises emotional intelligence and empathy, helping students to understand and manage their feelings effectively.
As a United Nations Silver Rights Respecting School, Fen Rivers promotes values of tolerance and respect within the community. The active school council ensures that students have a voice in school matters, reinforcing the importance of children's rights and community involvement.
The curriculum at Fen Rivers is designed to equip students with essential life skills and qualifications, aiming to close the attainment gap with their peers. The staff employ trauma-informed practices and focus on building strong relationships to facilitate learning. The school also prioritises emotional intelligence and empathy, helping students to understand and manage their feelings effectively.
As a United Nations Silver Rights Respecting School, Fen Rivers promotes values of tolerance and respect within the community. The active school council ensures that students have a voice in school matters, reinforcing the importance of children's rights and community involvement.
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- KS4 Outcomes 2025 (download)
- Home (other)
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- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- The Trust (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Churchill Park Complex Needs School (58.9)
- Churchill Park Complex Needs School (54.4)
- Alderman Jackson School (45.2)
- Lovells Hall (45.2)
- Silfield School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 4 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BRIDGE MAT LTD
- Capacity
- 96
- Pupils
- 82
- Boys
- 65
- Girls
- 17
- FSM %
- 57.30
- Open date
- 2023-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 82 | 65 | 17 | 96 | 57.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 72 | 63 | 9 | 96 | 59.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 96 |
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