Heckington House School
Heckington House School is an independent school in North Kesteven for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 28 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Heckington House School is Good, from an inspection in July 2025.
Ofsted inspection: July 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Boston Road East Heckington Lincolnshire PE20 3QF |
| Phone | 01529543106 |
| Reference Number | 145932 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 28 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.43%
Girls: 53.57% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Heckington House School has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection and is currently performing well across several areas, achieving a 'Good' rating overall. The school provides alternative education to pupils aged 11 to 16 who have been permanently excluded from mainstream settings, with a particular focus on those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) related to social, emotional, and mental health. The caring staff build strong relationships with students, fostering a safe and supportive environment where pupils can thrive academically and personally. The school excels in personal development, offering a rich curriculum that adapts to the individual needs of its pupils. With an emphasis on reading and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, students are prepared well for their future paths, including college and apprenticeships. However, there are areas for continued development, particularly in ensuring that all teaching activities effectively link to key knowledge and help maintain pupils' focus on their learning.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 17 Jun 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Jun 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Jul 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 31 Jan 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 11 Jul 2022 | Additional inspection |
| 30 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 Feb 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 26 Mar 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Oct 2018 | Additional inspection |
| 18 Jul 2018 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong, trusting relationships between staff and pupils.
- Ambitious curriculum designed to meet individual pupil needs.
- High-quality pastoral support that fosters student wellbeing.
- Exceptional provision for personal development and cultural understanding.
- Positive pupil engagement and participation in learning.
- Effective transition support for pupils moving to the next educational stages.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent effectiveness of activities and resources in building pupils' knowledge.
- Occasional lapses in maintaining pupil focus and commitment to learning.
In 2025–26, 82.1% of pupils at Heckington House School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 17.9% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
| Name | Distance |
|
Heckington St Andrew's Church of England School
Heckington St. Andrew's C of E Primary School, Howell Road, Heckington, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 9RX |
3.15 miles |
|
Swineshead St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Swineshead St Mary's Primary School, Abbey Road, Swineshead, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE20 3EN |
3.84 miles |
|
Helpringham Primary Academy
Highgate, Helpringham, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 0RD |
4.28 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
The Pilgrim School
Sutterton Drove, Boston, PE20 3RQ |
2.8 miles |
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What is Heckington House School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Heckington House School is Good, from an inspection in July 2025.
When was Heckington House School last inspected by Ofsted?
Heckington House School was last inspected in July 2025.
How many pupils does Heckington House School have?
Heckington House School has 28 pupils on roll.
What age range does Heckington House School cover?
Heckington House School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
Where is Heckington House School?
Heckington House School is at Boston Road, East Heckington, Lincolnshire, PE20 3QF.