Ethos College is an alternative provision academy in Dewsbury, Kirklees, for children and young people aged 14 to 16. It supports speech and language, autism and SEMH.
- Ages 14–16
- 46 pupils
- Ofsted: Outstanding
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 14 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 46 (places for 42)
- Headteacher
- Mrs Rebecca Smith (Headteacher)
- Part of
- Ethos Academy Trust
- Opened
- 1 September 2018
- Free school meals
- 45.7% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Kirklees
- School reference (URN)
- 145433
Needs it supports
3 needs: speech and language, autism and 1 more
As listed by the Department for Education, grouped the way EHC plans describe needs.
Communication and interaction
- Autism Other schools for this in Kirklees (7)
- Speech, language and communication Other schools for this in Kirklees (7)
Social, emotional and mental health
- Social, emotional and mental health Other schools for this in Kirklees (3)
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 Kirklees 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, February 2017; school remains Outstanding (January 2023)
Rated Outstanding at its last graded inspection, in February 2017. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementOutstanding
- SafeguardingEffective
Since then: School remains Outstanding (ungraded inspection, January 2023).
Contact and getting there
Knowles Hill Road, Dewsbury, WF13 4QS
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Other SEND schools nearby
- Fairfield School Special school · Ages 3–19 · Ofsted: Good 1.6 miles
- Engage Academy Alternative provision · Ages 5–11 · Ofsted: Good 1.6 miles
- Carlinghow Academy Mainstream + base · Ages 2–11 · Ofsted: Good 1.7 miles
By need in Kirklees: Autism (8) · Speech and language (8) · SEMH (4) · Moderate learning (4) · Severe learning (4) · Hearing (4) · Vision (4) · PMLD (3) · Physical (3)
Questions about Ethos College
How do I get a place at Ethos College?
Places at Ethos College are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Kirklees council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What needs does Ethos College support?
Speech, language and communication, autism and social, emotional and mental health. Every child is different, so ask the school how it would meet your child’s needs.
What ages does Ethos College take?
Aged 14 to 16, boys and girls.
What is Ethos College’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in January 2023 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 Ethos College?
Knowles Hill Road, Dewsbury, WF13 4QS, in Kirklees.
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