The Lowen School
Other independent special school · Ages 5–18 · Cornwall
The Lowen School is an independent special school in Cornwall for ages 5–18.
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Key facts
- Address
- Lower Dimson Farm, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9NS
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Ages
- 5–18
- Council
- Cornwall
- Pupils on roll
- 25 January 2026 school census
- Free school meals
- z of pupils eligible
Official record: Get Information about Schools · as at 15 September 2026
Ofsted
No Ofsted grade
Strengths
- “However, pupils are nurtured through warm, positive relationships with staff and highly individualised curriculums.”
- “Pupils are very positive about school and thrive as learners.”
- “They are exceptionally well prepared for the world beyond school.”
To improve
- “Many pupils have missed a lot of schooling by the time they arrive at The Lowen School.”
Safeguarding: Effective
Quoted from the Ofsted report published 16 December 2024 (read the report). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.
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