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Denby Grange School

Other independent special school in Wakefield (Wakefield).

Pupils
50
on roll
Ofsted
-
no graded judgement
Attendance rate
-
not published
Pupil : Teacher
-
not published
Eligible for free school meals
0.0%
school census 2024/25
SEN support
0.0%
2025/26
Capacity
98%
50 / 51 pupils
register figure (GIAS)
Teacher turnover
-
not published

Location

iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).

About

Denby Grange School About Parent Information Policies & Resources section:last-of-type]:mb-0"> About Denby Grange School Learn more A message from the Headteacher Located in the heart of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Denby Grange is a registered independent school offering both day and residential placements.

We specialise in providing an alternative education programme for pupils who require more tailored support than mainstream schools can offer. Set in a peaceful, rural setting, our school fosters a nurturing environment where students feel safe, supported, and encouraged to thrive.

At Denby Grange, we are committed to meeting the unique needs of each pupil, helping them achieve their full potential through personalised interventions. Welcome to Denby Grange, an independent school in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, offering both day and residential placements.

Our alternative education programme is designed to provide pupils with the specialised support they need, going beyond what mainstream schools can offer. Set in a tranquil, rural environment, Denby Grange creates a nurturing space where students feel valued and understood.

In the school’s own words, from the school website.

Enrichment

2 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Real PE (Create Development)
  • Trauma Informed Schools

Awards

1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Duke of EdinburghPersonal development

Key facts

URN
131136
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
Admissions
Non-selective
Nursery
No Nursery Classes
Local authority
Wakefield
Constituency
Ossett and Denby Dale
Setting
Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Opened
1996

Governing body

No governance records are published for this school in the DfE data we hold.

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