Stepping Stones School is a pupil referral unit in Lancaster, Lancashire, for children and young people aged 5 to 11.
- Ages 5–11
- 22 pupils
- Ofsted: Outstanding
School details
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 22
- Headteacher
- Mr Michael Hooper (Headteacher)
- Free school meals
- 95.5% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Lancashire
- School reference (URN)
- 119103
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Lancashire council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Outstanding, March 2015; standards maintained (February 2025)
Rated Outstanding at its last graded inspection, in March 2015. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementOutstanding
Since then: Standards maintained (ungraded inspection, February 2025).
Contact and getting there
Bowerham Road, Lancaster, LA1 4HT
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about Stepping Stones School
How do I get a place at Stepping Stones School?
Places at Stepping Stones School are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Lancashire council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does Stepping Stones School take?
Aged 5 to 11, boys and girls.
What is Stepping Stones School’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in February 2025 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is Stepping Stones School?
Bowerham Road, Lancaster, LA1 4HT, in Lancashire.
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