Swanwick School and Sports College
Hayes Lane, Swanwick, Alfreton, DE55 1AROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Swanwick School and Sports College is a special school in Alfreton for ages 5 to 16. It is one of the 449 schools in Derbyshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 March 2015, report published 20 April 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 November 2024
Pupils enjoy school. They feel happy and safe. Pupils and staff have positive and productive relationships. Pupils know there are members of staff who will listen to them if they have a concern. Staff help pupils to succeed. Staff have high expectations of every pupil. The curriculum is designed to help pupils to thrive. They leave the school with a range of appropriate qualifications, including accreditation in both English and mathematics. Several gain GCSE grades in both subjects. Pupils are very well prepared for adult life. Pupils enjoy their lessons and understand how learning in school will help them in the future. Staff help pupils develop their reading, writing, communication and mathematical knowledge and skills in a variety of situations. Pupils behave exceptionally well in class and around the school. They are respectful and kind. Pupils understand the importance of coming to school often. Most pupils are rarely absent, and many have exceptional attendance. Pupils are keen not to miss their learning. They understand they will need excellent attendance when they move on to college and employment. Pupils are supported to develop positive characteristics. They are keen to exhibit the 'Learning Heroes' of bravery, communication, creativity, independence, knowledge, resilience, responsibility and teamwork. Staff reward pupils when they display these important character traits.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
14 pupils in the year group
Pupil numbers and mix
101 pupils on roll, with places for 100
Schools near Swanwick School and Sports College
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alfreton Park Community Special School | 1 mile | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 0% met the expected standard |
| Jasmine House School | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Alderwasley Hall School | 5 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 8.0 |
| Progression 2 Work | 6 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | Not published |
| Westbourne School | 6 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Attainment 8: 1.3 |
School details
- School type
- Community special school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 5 to 16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Mrs Danielle England
- Phone
- 01773602198
- Address
- Hayes Lane, Swanwick, Alfreton, DE55 1AR
- Local authority
- Derbyshire
- URN
- 113033
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.