Walnut Tree School Ltd, Wisbech
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Walnut Tree School is specifically designed for children with special educational needs, combining traditional academic learning with therapeutic approaches like equine therapy and farm skills. The school has invested in experienced staff trained in supporting pupils with SEND and has created a supportive learning environment with small classes and comprehensive safeguarding measures. The outdoor curriculum and farm setting offer unique enrichment opportunities alongside specialist teaching.
Key Strengths
- Specialist staff experienced in supporting pupils with SEND, including a trained reading and maths interventions specialist
- Well-designed curriculum that combines academic subjects with outdoor learning, equine therapy, and farm skills tailored to pupils' needs
- Comprehensive safeguarding policies adapted for pupils with SEND, with trained designated leads
- High-specification facilities including spacious, modern classrooms with en-suite facilities and sensory garden
- Small class sizes with appropriate staffing ratios ensuring good supervision
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective, with detailed policies reflecting latest statutory guidance and adapted for specific risks pupils with SEND may face, supported by trained designated leads and local authority partnership.
Extracurricular Activities
Equine therapy, outdoor learning curriculum, farm skills, sensory garden activities, gardening, PE at local leisure centre
Walnut Tree School Ltd is a new special school for pupils with autism, SEMH needs, and moderate learning difficulties, combining academic teaching with therapeutic outdoor learning, equine therapy, and farm skills. The school is likely to meet all independent school standards when it opens.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
93%
Near capacity
28 pupils
30 capacity
2 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Wisbech
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Admissions Demand - Cambridgeshire
Places available
7,188
Applications
6,820
Got 1st preference
88.2%
Got preferred school
96.3%
Secondary admissions across Cambridgeshire (2025/26)
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