Wellbrook School

URN: 150920 • Derby DE65 5EH

Overview

Name
Wellbrook School
URN
150920
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
33.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Howells (since 2025)
Telephone
01283753499
Website
Visit
Address
Station Road, Derby DE65 5EH

Summary

Wellbrook School is an independent special school located in Derby, Derbyshire, catering to mixed-gender students aged 9-16, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a small student body of 7 and a capacity of 25, the school prioritises personalised education, allowing staff to develop a deep understanding of each pupil's strengths and challenges.

The curriculum at Wellbrook includes GCSEs, functional core studies, and a social curriculum, tailored to meet the individual needs of students through their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The school adopts a holistic approach, focusing not only on academic skills but also on the overall development of each child, fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and independence.

Wellbrook School values collaboration with parents, professionals, and external agencies to ensure that pupils feel safe and happy while making progress towards their personal goals. The school's intimate learning spaces are designed to minimise social overload, creating an optimal environment for students to thrive.

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Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
9 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
25
Pupils
7
Boys
6
Girls
1
FSM %
Open date
2024-10-04
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 7 6 1 25

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