Best 3 Not applicable schools in Cleveland – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: The Horizon School, Hartlepool (Not applicable) in Hartlepool; Discovery Special Academy (Not applicable) in Middlesbrough; Green Gates Academy (Not applicable) in Stockton-on-Tees — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Horizon School, Hartlepool, Discovery Special Academy and Green Gates Academy. They are not applicable phase and pupil referral unit, free schools special and academy special converter type located around Hartlepool, Cleveland, Middlesbrough, Cleveland and Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (The Horizon School, Hartlepool), published May 2023. The lowest is 2 (Discovery Special Academy), published Mar 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for The Horizon School, Hartlepool (May 2023). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 300, typical FSM 70–75%, range 65–70%–85–90%; spread across trusts such as TEES VALLEY EDUCATION and Horizons Specialist Academy Trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	The Horizon School, Hartlepool TS25 4BY	Discovery Special Academy TS5 7YN	Green Gates Academy TS19 0JD
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Pupil referral unit	Not applicable • Free schools special	Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location	Hartlepool Cleveland TS25 4BY	Middlesbrough Cleveland TS5 7YN	Stockton-on-Tees Cleveland TS19 0JD
Latest Ofsted	1 9 May 2023	2 19 Mar 2023	2 18 Nov 2019
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	85–90% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	—	171	50
Capacity utilisation	—	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Hartlepool (805)	TEES VALLEY EDUCATION	Horizons Specialist Academy Trust
Website	www.hartlepoolpru.co.uk	www.discoveryspecialacademy.org.uk	www.horizonstrust.org.uk
Telephone	01429264950	01642248333	01642570104
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Horizon School, Hartlepool

TS25 4BY

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Pupil referral unit
Location: Hartlepool
Cleveland
TS25 4BY
Ofsted: 1 9 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 85–90% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Hartlepool (805)
Website: www.hartlepoolpru.co.uk
Telephone: 01429264950

Discovery Special Academy

TS5 7YN

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools special
Location: Middlesbrough
Cleveland
TS5 7YN
Ofsted: 2 19 Mar 2023
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: TEES VALLEY EDUCATION
Website: www.discoveryspecialacademy.org.uk
Telephone: 01642248333

Green Gates Academy

TS19 0JD

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Cleveland
TS19 0JD
Ofsted: 2 18 Nov 2019
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Horizons Specialist Academy Trust
Website: www.horizonstrust.org.uk
Telephone: 01642570104

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.