How many pupils does Acorn School have?

Acorn School has 38 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

How does Acorn School perform at GCSE?

Pupils at Acorn School achieved an average Attainment 8 score of 3.9 in 2025/26.

Where is Acorn School?

Acorn School is located at Seckington Cross, Winkleigh, Devon, EX19 8EY.

Acorn School

Seckington Cross, Winkleigh, Devon, EX19 8EY

Not rated

Not yet inspected

Not inspected

Ofsted

3.9

Attainment 8

8–16

Ages

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Other independent special school

Type

About Acorn School

Acorn School is an independent special school in Winkleigh, Devon, England, for pupils aged 8–16. It has 38 pupils on roll. At GCSE, pupils achieved an average Attainment 8 score of 3.9 (2025/26). 0% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

School Information

Local Authority: Devon →
School Type: Other independent special school
Age Range: Ages 8–16
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 38 / 42 (90%)
Religious Character: None

Pupil profile

2025/26

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Free school meals

100%

SEN support

EHC plan

Source: DfE School Census, 2025/26, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Contact Details

Address: Seckington Cross, Winkleigh, Devon, EX19 8EY
Phone: 03301358201
Headteacher: Zoey Shelley
Website: https://www.phoenixschools.org.uk/acorn.html

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Acorn School?: Acorn School is an independent special school in Winkleigh, Devon, England, for pupils aged 8–16.
How many pupils does Acorn School have?: Acorn School has 38 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
How does Acorn School perform at GCSE?: Pupils at Acorn School achieved an average Attainment 8 score of 3.9 in 2025/26.
Where is Acorn School?: Acorn School is located at Seckington Cross, Winkleigh, Devon, EX19 8EY.

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