Special academy · Leicester

Ash Field Academy

Special
Ages 4–19
Sixth form

Term dates

Special academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Leicester council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See Leicester's full dates

Admissions

Places at special schools are usually arranged through an education, health and care (EHC) plan, agreed with the council.

How EHC plans work on GOV.UK

About and location

Type: Special academy
Phase: Special
Ages: 4–19
Pupils: 162 (capacity 160)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: DISCOVERY SCHOOLS ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
Phone: 01162737151
Address: Broad Avenue, Leicester, LE5 4PY
Website: ashfield.leicester.sch.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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