Elevated Futures Education, London

Special

Other independent special school

Mixed

Ages 11–16

Data last updated 11 Sept 2026

Location

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Key Information

DfE GIAS

Head:Doreen Sinclair-McCollin

LA:Southwark

Phone:07809148771

Address:120 London Road, London, SE1 6LF

Area:Schools in SE1

Status:open

Opened:9 July 2026

Ofsted Rating

Ofsted · 4 months ago

Overall

Inspected 7 May 2026View full report

URN:152325

Diocese:Not applicable

Constituency:Bermondsey and Old Southwark

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

Ofsted Insights

What This School Does Well

Elevated Futures provides a carefully tailored education for pupils with special needs, particularly those with autism and emotional challenges. The school combines academic learning with strong support for wellbeing, using specialist approaches like trauma-informed behaviour management and personalised neuro-coaching. Pupils currently attending report feeling safe, respected and free from bullying.

Key Strengths

Personalised curriculum built around each pupil's individual needs and education, health and care plans
Clear specialist approach using a 'Dynamic Development Plan' tailored to support pupils with autism and SEMH needs
Effective safeguarding arrangements with well-trained staff and clear procedures
Strengths-based, neuro-inclusive teaching approach that adapts learning for different levels
Strong emphasis on pupils' personal development, wellbeing and creating an inclusive, supportive environment

Areas for Improvement

Some subject content will need to be refined as the school grows
Governance arrangements are still being developed
School is at an early stage of development, with systems and monitoring processes still developing

Safeguarding

Current safeguarding arrangements are effective and proactive, with experienced designated safeguarding leads, clear reporting procedures, secure recording systems, and strong links to external professionals and local authorities.

Elevated Futures Education is a proposed specialist provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. The school is likely to meet all independent school standards.