Lexden Springs School

URN: 151484 • Colchester CO3 0PZ

Overview

Name
Lexden Springs School
URN
151484
Type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HOPE LEARNING COMMUNITY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
29.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jennifer Grotier (since 2025)
Telephone
01206563321
Website
Visit
Address
Winstree Road, Colchester CO3 0PZ

Summary

Lexden Springs School is an academy special school located in Colchester, Essex, catering to pupils aged 3 to 19 with complex learning difficulties, including profound and multiple learning difficulties and those on the autistic spectrum. The school prioritises a tailored curriculum that fosters academic, social, and emotional development, aiming to empower students to achieve their fullest potential and become confident members of society.

The dedicated staff at Lexden Springs includes experienced teachers and co-educators who create safe and engaging learning environments. The school also provides access to specialist services, including sensory occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and nursing support, ensuring a holistic approach to each pupil's wellbeing.

Lexden Springs values strong partnerships with parents and carers, facilitating effective communication through home/school diaries and regular meetings. The school fosters an inclusive community where every pupil is encouraged to participate fully in all learning opportunities, promoting a supportive ethos that recognises and meets individual needs.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
HOPE LEARNING COMMUNITY
Capacity
290
Pupils
298
Boys
197
Girls
101
FSM %
56.60
Open date
2025-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 298 197 101 290 56.60

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