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Conquest School, Boston

Special
Other independent special school
Mixed
Ages 7–19

Conquest School is a special school for pupils aged 7 to 19 in Boston.

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Data last updated 27 Oct 2026

Conquest School in detail

Conquest School in its own words

In its own words: "At Conquest School, we believe that every child deserves an education that celebrates their individuality, nurtures their strengths, and supports their challenges with compassion and expertise. We proudly provide a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment for children and young people with a variety of learning differences and developmental needs."

From the headteacher's welcome: "As Headteacher, I am honoured and delighted to lead Conquest School, a newly established Independent Special Needs School in Boston, Lincolnshire. Our school community is dedicated to valuing, supporting, and encouraging every child so they can reach their fullest potential. Our passionate team prioritises creating a nurturing, inclusive environment that celebrates uniqueness, fosters growth, and helps each child succeed."

Vision and values (school website)Headteacher's welcome (school website)

Source: The school's own website

Compared with nearby schools

The nearest other special schools to Conquest School are Boston Endeavour Academy (under 0.1 miles, Good); Bridge House Independent School (2.1 miles, Good); Aspiration House School (2.1 miles, Inadequate); and Oakwood House Independent School (4.1 miles, Good).

Boston Endeavour AcademyBridge House Independent SchoolAspiration House SchoolOakwood House Independent School

Getting there

The nearest railway station is Boston Rail Station, about 0.9 miles away in a straight line.

12 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Rochford Crescent (opposite), 250 metres away.

The area around the school

In August 2026, police recorded 318 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Lincolnshire (33), as is usual near a town centre.

Sources: NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime

Location

Key Information

DfE GIAS
Head:Mr Simon Reynolds
LA:Lincolnshire
Phone:01205635177
Address:34 Ashlawn Drive, Boston, PE21 9PX
Status:open
Opened:22 May 2026

Ofsted Rating

Ofsted · 7 months ago
-

Overall

Inspected 26 March 2026View full report
URN:152463
Diocese:Not applicable
Constituency:Boston and Skegness
Urban/Rural:Urban: Further from a major town or city

Ofsted Insights

From Ofsted's March 2026 inspection report.

What This School Does Well

Conquest School is designed specifically for pupils who need a more personalized approach to learning. The school teaches by stage rather than age, meaning if a child has gaps in knowledge, they'll get support at the right level for them. With qualified teachers, a well-equipped library and classrooms, plus a strong focus on helping pupils think critically and learn independently, the school aims to prepare young people well for life in modern Britain.

Key Strengths

  • Well-planned curriculum tailored to individual pupil needs with structured induction and 'ready to learn' programs
  • Strong safeguarding arrangements with rigorous staff training and oversight
  • Qualified teaching staff with subject expertise, particularly in English phonics and mathematics
  • Clear vision for developing self-motivated learners through debate, critical thinking and reflection
  • Comprehensive assessment systems tracking reading, mental health and attendance

Areas for Improvement

  • Leaders acknowledge need to expand SMSC provision beyond current plans based on pupil interests when they arrive
  • Behavior management policy foundations in place but will be adapted further using pupil voice once school opens

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is effective with stringent arrangements in place, appropriate policies, trained leads, regular staff training including Keeping Children Safe in Education updates, and specific awareness of vulnerabilities for pupils with SEND.

Extracurricular Activities

LEGO club, reading club, jigsaw club, sporting events in partnership with other special schools, off-site visits to local sites of interest, community engagement activities

Conquest School is a proposed independent school in Boston, Lincolnshire that is likely to meet all independent school standards if registered. It specializes in supporting pupils with additional needs through a stage-based, personalized curriculum approach.

At a Glance

No

Boarding

No

Nursery

No

Sixth Form

No

Special Measures

How Does This School Compare?

Ranked against 4 nearby schools

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Getting There

Bus Stops

Rochford Crescent (opp)
248m · 4 min walk
58 Ashlawn Drive (adj)
262m · 4 min walk
60 Ashlawn Drive (adj)
272m · 4 min walk
Monteith Crescent (adj)
300m · 5 min walk
St Bedes School (opp)
321m · 5 min walk

Safety and surroundings

Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)

Collisions
20
Fatal
0
Serious
3
Children hurt
6

Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 20 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 3 serious and 17 slight.

6 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 3 on foot, 2 on a bicycle and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise.

5 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.

The typical figure for schools in Lincolnshire is 6 (the median across 401 schools, same distance and years).

Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.

Commute and house prices

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Capacity & Demand

Area Demand Pressure - Boston

Medium pressure
New homes approved:1,870
Projected new pupils:337

Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Boston

Across Lincolnshire council

Low demand council-wide0.85 applications per place

Places available

9,247

Applications

7,828

Got 1st preference

84.7%

Got preferred school

96.4%

All secondary applications across Lincolnshire council (2026/27), not just this school.

Inspection History

26 March 2026

Special educational needs provision

Conquest School is not approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014.

Source: Get Information about Schools (GIAS), Department for Education.

Questions parents ask about Conquest School

Does Conquest School have specialist SEN provision?

Conquest School is not approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014.

How do I apply to Conquest School?

Conquest School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.

How many road collisions happen near Conquest School?

Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 20 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 3 serious and 17 slight. 6 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 3 on foot, 2 on a bicycle and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise. 5 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Lincolnshire is 6 (the median across 401 schools, same distance and years).

Where is Conquest School?

Conquest School is at 34 Ashlawn Drive, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 9PX.

Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)

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