The Raise Academy
URN: 150794 • Widnes WA8 0BS
Overview
- Name
- The Raise Academy
- URN
- 150794
- Type
- Free schools special
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- YOUTH ENGAGEMENT SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 30.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Eager (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01516400894
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Naylor Road, Widnes WA8 0BS
Summary
The Raise Academy is a newly established special educational needs (SEN) free school located in Widnes, Halton, which opened in September 2022. Catering to students aged 11-16, the school focuses on supporting those with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. With a current enrolment of 39 pupils and a capacity of 64, The Raise Academy aims to provide a nurturing and adaptive learning environment tailored to individual needs.
The school's ethos emphasizes equality and inclusivity, ensuring that each student receives the specific support required to thrive academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and personalised, delivered by a dedicated team of specialists committed to fostering a love for learning. The Raise Academy strives to empower students to achieve their potential and lead fulfilling lives.
Located in the Halton and St Helens areas, The Raise Academy actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement. The school prioritises mental health and wellbeing, offering various support services and resources to help students and their families navigate challenges effectively.
The school's ethos emphasizes equality and inclusivity, ensuring that each student receives the specific support required to thrive academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and personalised, delivered by a dedicated team of specialists committed to fostering a love for learning. The Raise Academy strives to empower students to achieve their potential and lead fulfilling lives.
Located in the Halton and St Helens areas, The Raise Academy actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement. The school prioritises mental health and wellbeing, offering various support services and resources to help students and their families navigate challenges effectively.
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- Home (other)
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- About Us (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Safeguarding (other)
- Vision & Ethos (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Brookfields School (72.2)
- Brookfields School (68.6)
- Ashley High School (67.2)
- Chesnut Lodge Special School (51.1)
- Middleton Lodge (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Halton
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- YOUTH ENGAGEMENT SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 64
- Pupils
- 39
- Boys
- 24
- Girls
- 15
- FSM %
- 69.20
- Open date
- 2024-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 39 | 24 | 15 | 64 | 69.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 64 |
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