Lancaster School
Lancaster School is a special or alternative provision school (Academy special converter), ages 14–19, in Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0, in the Southend-on-Sea council area. It has 138 pupils in the published census. Latest Ofsted inspection (2 June 2026): Report card: Strong standard in 2 areas, Expected standard in 5 areas.
Admissions
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Ofsted
Report card: Strong standard in 2 areas, Expected standard in 5 areas — inspected 2 June 2026.
| Area | Judgement |
|---|---|
Safeguarding standards | Met |
Inclusion | Expected standard |
Curriculum and teaching | Expected standard |
Achievement | Expected standard |
Attendance and behaviour | Strong standard |
Personal development and wellbeing | Strong standard |
Post 16 | Expected standard |
Leadership and governance | Expected standard |
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Term dates
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Pupils
| Measure | Pupils / percentage | Data period |
|---|---|---|
Pupils | 138 | 2025/26 |
Eligible for free school meals | 36.2% | 2025/26 |
English as an additional language | 8% | 2025/26 |
SEN support | 0% | 2024/25 |
Education, health and care (EHC) plan | 100% | 2024/25 |
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