Welcome to St Philip's School

Where individuals are valued for themselves and where all are expected to give their best

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Ethos and Values

We are committed to providing our pupils with a safe environment which will nurture their holistic development

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St Philip’s is a school where individuals are valued for themselves and where all are expected to give of their best

Welcome to the St Philip's School

Welcome to our website, I hope it gives you a taste of the exciting curriculum we have on offer here at St Philip’s.

I am very proud to be the Headteacher of St Philip’s School and to work with such a dedicated staff team and enthusiastic students. Our facilities are fantastic and support us to create a learning environment that helps all of our students achieve their full potential, both socially and academically. We pride ourselves on our ability to support students to become as independent as possible in all areas of their lives.

Through hard work and perseverance, all of our students progress to meaningful outcomes. Thank you for visiting the St Philip’s website and do get in touch if you require any further information.

Safeguarding Statement from the Headteacher

At St Philip’s School, the safety and well-being of every student is our highest priority. We are committed to creating a secure, supportive, and inclusive environment where all students, who have Education, Health and Care Plans, can thrive and reach their full potential.

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We adhere strictly to the statutory guidance set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 and the OFSTED inspection framework. Our safeguarding policies and procedures are robust, regularly reviewed, and fully embedded across the school community. All staff receive ongoing training to ensure they are vigilant and equipped to identify and respond to any concerns promptly and effectively.

We recognise the unique needs of our diverse student body, including those with medical conditions, English as an additional language, and those eligible for Pupil Premium funding. We work closely with families, local authorities, and multi-agency partners to safeguard and promote the welfare of our students.

Our commitment extends beyond the school gates to ensure students feel safe, respected, and valued in all areas of their lives. We encourage independence, social responsibility, and mutual respect, fostering a community where everyone’s voice is heard and protected.

Should you have any concerns about a student’s safety or well-being, please do not hesitate to contact the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead. Together, we can ensure that St Philip’s remains a safe and nurturing place for all.

Ben Walsh – Headteacher

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Leaders’ relentless focus on developing pupils’ independence is exemplary. For example, they make sure that pupils are well prepared and confident to tackle independent travel to and from school.

– Ofsted report 2023

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Testimonials

(Our son) has had a wonderful first year at St Philip's and he loves being in your class. It means so much to us as a family and we cannot thank you enough. Your whole team have been fantastic supporting (him) and us as a family

Parents of Year 7 learner

I wanted to thank you for all the help and support over the years. We are so proud of how far (our daughter) has come recently with walking up on her own and now currently with the residential she is on. I’m sure she would not have got this far without the help of all the staff that have supported us.

Parents of Year 8 learner

First, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to you and everyone at St Philip's School. (My daughter) truly loves attending St Philip's. She enjoys learning, loves her teachers and classmates, and comes home happy every day. As parents, we are so thankful that she is part of such a wonderful school community.

Parent of Year 9 learner

I am writing to send you my sincere thanks for all the care, patience, encouragement, and support you have given (our son), and for everything you have done for him.

Parents of Year 11 learner

I would like to thank you for everything you have done for (our daughter). I'll remember for many years to come how lucky we were that (she) could attend St Philips. Those 6 years were full of support, understanding and happiness. I'm feeling lost about next year already as I know it's going to be all different. The whole school is like a big family.

Parents of Year 11 learner

I don't want to think about life without St Philip's for my son as you have all been so pivotal in his development BUT its time for a new family and young person to have the same experience and see their child fly!

Parent of Post-16 learner

We want to take this opportunity to thank you all for the years of endless support, patience, and guidance you have given to (our son). You have been a steady pillar of support to him and us. We are forever grateful for how you nurtured his growth and helped him thrive. Thank you for everything!

Parents of Post-16 learner