Willowfield Free School: Plan for new SEND school in Yorkshire approved
The planning committee of Hull City Council has approved the construction of Willowfield Free School, a new SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) school in Yorkshire, set to accommodate 125 pupils and create 100 full-time staff roles. The school, located near the University of Hull, will feature a hydrotherapy pool and is expected to reduce travel time and costs for families while improving educational outcomes, pending final approval from the Department for Education (DfE).
Hull City Council’s planning committee has approved the development of Willowfield Free School, a new SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) school in Yorkshire. The school will be built south of Inglemire Lane, adjacent to the University of Hull, and will provide 125 pupil places alongside 100 full-time staff roles. Construction will include classrooms, specialist spaces, and a hydrotherapy pool, along with a new access road off Inglemire Lane. The school aims to improve access to education for children with specialist needs in Hull, reducing travel distances for families and potentially lowering costs. Council documents highlight a focus on inclusivity, functionality, and modern teaching environments tailored to pupils and staff. Councilor Linda Tock, portfolio holder for children’s services, called the project an ‘exciting’ step toward addressing gaps in SEND provision, emphasizing the commitment of Hull City Council and Humber Education Trust (HET) to inclusive education. Nearby Frederick Holmes School and Platform Daycare Centre will remain operational during construction, which is set to begin later this year on land east of Frederick Holmes School. The plans were unanimously approved by the council, though final sign-off from the Department for Education (DfE) is still required before work can commence. The new facility is expected to enhance opportunities for children with complex needs in the city.
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