Hope School

A outstanding community special school school in Wigan. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Hope School.

Wigan, WN36SP Ofsted: Outstanding Age 2-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

100

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
25 June 2014
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Kelvin Grove
Marus Bridge
Wigan, WN36SP
Phone
1942824150
Website
hope.wigan.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
106543
Type
Community special school
Phase
Special
Address
Kelvin Grove, Marus Bridge, Wigan, WN3 6SP
Website
www.hope.wigan.sch.uk
Age range
2-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
200 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
227
Free School Meals
34.8% (79 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
94.7% (215 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.5%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
41.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
6 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
13
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
227 pupils
2-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Achievement Equality Independence Inclusion Creativity

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Sue Lucas describes Hope School and College as a large, popular, and innovative SEN provision for ages 2-19 with diverse needs. She highlights a dedicated multi-disciplinary team, an enriched and progressive curriculum, strong commitment to excellence, and a supportive, caring community. She expresses pride in the school’s continued development and invites contact for questions or support.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Choir Breakfast Club Crazy Caterpillar Holiday Club Wrap Around Care After School Club

Facilities

Hydrotherapy pool Multi-sensory studio Soft play area Sensory garden Play equipment Minibus Disabled toilets and changing facilities Ceiling or manual hoists in bathrooms Showers in some buildings electronically controlled main doors with security Covered disabled parking

Curriculum Highlights

Three curriculum pathways: Sensory Pathway; Life Skills Pathway; Aiming for Independence Pathway. Multi-sensory curriculum enabling access for all students (including PMLD). Curriculum principles based on the Early Years Framework, The National Curriculum and Entry Level Accreditations (adapted for access). Silver Arts Mark Award (2024) for arts provision across pathways and curriculum. College offers vocational options, world of work placements, health and fitness opportunities and independent living skills; core subjects embedded (Functional English, Mathematics, ICT, PSHE). Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award with skill, physical, volunteering components and potential expeditions. Emphasis on Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural Development and British Values across enrichment opportunities.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wrap Around care in the Early Years Foundation Stage Unit; includes Breakfast Club from 8am with healthy breakfast, Crazy Caterpillar Holiday Club, and after-school club.

SEND Provision

Hope School and College’s SEN Information Report (Local Offer) explains the range of SEN provision, including Education Health and Care Plans, multi-agency support, high staff-to-student ratio, hydrotherapy pool, multi-sensory facilities and therapy provisions, and annual reviews.

Admissions Criteria

Hope School and College is a SEN specialist provision for pupils aged 2-19 with severe and complex needs. The Local Authority (Wigan) is the admitting authority; all admitted pupils have an Education Health and Care Plan. Admissions are determined by the Local Authority in consultation with the Headteacher, and criteria are reviewed by the Local Authority.

Financial Information

Dinner money is £13.50 per week (£2.70 per day). Packed lunches can be arranged; Free School Meals information is available.

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