Stone Lodge Therapeutic School, Kettering
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 months agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Stone Lodge provides a safe, well-managed environment for young people with autism and mental health needs, with all pupils having an EHC plan and receiving provision tailored to their individual needs. The school has thoughtfully planned its expansion to two sites while protecting existing pupils' well-being, and staff are well-trained in safeguarding with clear procedures in place. Pupils develop knowledge about maintaining their physical and mental health and are well prepared for life after school.
Key Strengths
- Robust safeguarding procedures with well-trained staff and multiple designated safeguarding leads - pupils feel safe and know trusted adults to turn to
- Thorough risk assessments across all areas including premises, individual pupils' needs and travel, regularly reviewed and updated
- Comprehensive health and safety policies with regular fire drills, equipment testing and site checks
- Thoughtful expansion planning that protects the well-being of existing pupils
- Strong leadership with secure understanding of standards and appropriate staffing plans for growth
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective with an appropriate policy in place, staff receiving regular training responsive to pupils' needs, and pupils reporting they feel safe with trusted adults to share concerns.
Extracurricular Activities
Range of local sports and outdoor facilities for physical education
Stone Lodge Therapeutic School is an independent special school for pupils aged 11-17 with autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. The inspection assessed the school's likely compliance with standards as it expands from 41 to 77 pupils across two sites.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
87%
Available places
77 pupils
89 capacity
12 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Kettering
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Kettering
Admissions Demand - North Northamptonshire
Places available
4,332
Applications
4,139
Got 1st preference
82.9%
Got preferred school
95.5%
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