Welcome to Lexden Springs School

Welcome to Lexden Springs Special School.At Lexden Springs Special School we believe all pupils are entitled to develop to their fullest potential; academically, socially, emotionally, physically, morally and spiritually. We want each pupil to grow in confidence, and be able to participate in the wider community. The school leadership strives to be reflective, evaluative and outward looking in all aspects of school life.We aim to raise achievement through active independent learning in partnership with the vital support of parents.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Suitable Ages

3 to 19

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

298 Total

No. of Boys

197 (66.1%)

No. of Girls

101 (33.9%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

0.0%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

N/A

A*/A grades

N/A


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

91%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

0%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:0%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:0%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:0%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:91%
England:2%

Exciting Updates Ahead!

We're currently gearing up to offer you a full list of our courses. Stay tuned — amazing learning opportunities are on their way very soon. Thank you for your interest and enthusiasm!


Exciting Events Ahead!

A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.

Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Admissions Process

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Nov 2025

Prospective New Parent Tour

Key Dates & Deadlines

Nov 12, 2025

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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

2 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Oct 24

Half Term 2

Nov 3 - Dec 19

Spring

2 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Feb 12

Half Term 2

Feb 22 - Mar 31

Summer

2 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 19 - May 28

Half Term 2

Jun 7 - Jul 21

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Christmas Break

Dec 22 - Jan 2

Spring Half Term

Feb 15 - Feb 19

Easter Break

Apr 2 - Apr 16

Summer Half Term

May 29 - Jun 4


Alumni Stories

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Updates Coming Soon!

We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

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Leisure options will be something that you will want to look at in addition to continued learning and work activities.

Mersea Island Festival
An annual event held in August. The Festival aims to bring together children, young people and adults with or without a physical or learning disability to take part in a wide variety of activities that challenge and stimulate
Wheels for All
This is an inclusive cycling programme that embraces all children and adults with disabilities and differing needs to engage with quality cycling activity.
Disability 4 Sport
Disability 4 Sport provide a wide range of sporting activities.

About School

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityEssex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed