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Lancaster School

Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 0RT ·

Report card: strong areas· 2026

At a glance

A state special school for ages 14–19 in Westcliff-on-Sea. Ofsted report card (June 2026): strong areas. Results aren't compared with the England average for special schools.

Ages: 14–19
Pupils: 138
Gender: Mixed
Sixth form: Yes
Admissions: Non-selective
Local authority: Southend-on-Sea
Academy trust: SEN TRUST SOUTHEND
Headteacher: Mr Tom Jackson-Owens
Opened: Sept 2017

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Inspection

Ofsted report card (renewed framework)

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Inspected 2 Jun 2026Published 23 Jun 2026

SafeguardingMet
InclusionExpected standard
Curriculum and teachingExpected standard
AchievementExpected standard
Attendance and behaviourStrong standard
Personal development and well-beingStrong standard
Post-16 provisionExpected standard
Leadership and governanceExpected standard

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Exam results

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Admissions

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Catchment area

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Last distance offered

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Pupils

School census 2024/25

Pupils

131

Capacity

106

130% full

Girls / boys

31/69

Mixed

Eligible for free school meals (last 6 years)48.9%
English as an additional language5.3%
SEN support0%
Education, Health and Care plan100%
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