Horizons Independent School
URN: 151346 • Birkenhead CH42 8NU
Overview
- Name
- Horizons Independent School
- URN
- 151346
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Roger Boulton (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 07779153233
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 60 Mendip Road, Birkenhead CH42 8NU
Summary
Horizons Independent School, located in Birkenhead, Wirral, is an independent special school catering to mixed-gender students with a capacity of 35. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment for students who may struggle to engage with traditional education. Horizons aims to develop essential skills in literacy and numeracy while fostering a positive return to learning through strong pastoral support.
The school operates with a vision that prioritises the individual needs of each student, encapsulated in the ethos of "Every Child Matters" and "Every Lesson Counts." Qualified teachers lead a diverse curriculum that includes core subjects such as maths and English, alongside a range of therapeutic lessons designed to promote engagement and personal growth. The school adopts a 'stage not age' approach, ensuring that learning is tailored to each student's unique journey.
Horizons Independent School also places a strong emphasis on community involvement, working closely with families to address barriers to engagement. The experienced teaching team, including a headteacher and deputy head, is committed to creating an immersive and enriching educational experience for all students.
The school operates with a vision that prioritises the individual needs of each student, encapsulated in the ethos of "Every Child Matters" and "Every Lesson Counts." Qualified teachers lead a diverse curriculum that includes core subjects such as maths and English, alongside a range of therapeutic lessons designed to promote engagement and personal growth. The school adopts a 'stage not age' approach, ensuring that learning is tailored to each student's unique journey.
Horizons Independent School also places a strong emphasis on community involvement, working closely with families to address barriers to engagement. The experienced teaching team, including a headteacher and deputy head, is committed to creating an immersive and enriching educational experience for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Kilgarth School (59.0)
- Pershore House School (45.2)
- IMPACT Northwest Schools (35.9)
- Wirral Wrap (35.9)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 35
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2025-02-13
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 35 |
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