Beyond Creative Education, Newton Abbot

Special

Other independent special school

Mixed

Ages 14–19

Data last updated 11 Sept 2026

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Key Information

DfE GIAS

Head:Ms Jessica Scammell

LA:Devon

Phone:01626927403

Website:beyondcreativeeducation.org.uk

Address:2 and 3 Station Yard, Ashburton, Newton Abbot, TQ13 7EF

Area:Schools in TQ13

Admissions:Not applicable

Status:open

Opened:26 February 2026

Ofsted Rating

Ofsted · 8 months ago

Overall

Inspected 21 January 2026View full report

URN:152314

Diocese:Not applicable

Constituency:Central Devon

Urban/Rural:Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city

Ofsted Insights

What This School Does Well

Beyond Creative Education is designed specifically for vulnerable young people who have struggled in traditional school settings. The school combines academic qualifications with a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, using a restorative approach that teaches pupils to manage difficult emotions and take responsibility for their actions. Every aspect of the curriculum - from careers guidance to physical education to life skills - is tailored to help pupils rebuild confidence and progress towards meaningful destinations in further education, employment or training.

Key Strengths

Carefully designed curriculum using project-based learning to support pupils towards recognised qualifications including BTECs and functional skills
Strong safeguarding approach with up-to-date policies, clear staff responsibilities, and a knowledgeable designated safeguarding lead
Well-thought-through personal, social and health education curriculum adapted to meet individual SEND needs
Bespoke coaching model and relational approach focused on building trust, managing emotions, and teaching responsibility
Flexible learning spaces designed to meet diverse pupil needs with purposeful movement between areas

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is effective, with up-to-date policies reflecting pupils' particular vulnerabilities, clear staff responsibilities, online incident tracking systems, and a knowledgeable designated safeguarding lead.

Extracurricular Activities

Yoga, hiking, local community engagement, food hygiene certificate completion

Beyond Creative Education is a proposed independent school for pupils aged 14-19 with education, health and care plans who struggle with school attendance or social integration. The school aims to help them rediscover a love of learning through project-based learning and a focus on wellbeing.