Planned opening September 2026 — Years 3–11
Expressions of interest now open (subject to DfE approval)
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Admissions Process
Our admissions process is deliberately structured to ensure clarity, reassurance, and robust decision‑making.
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Initial Enquiry
Enquiries may come via a local authority, a school, or directly from parents/carers. Initial information is reviewed to establish whether the school may be suitable.
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Initial Enquiry
Enquiries may come via a local authority, a school, or directly from parents/carers. Initial information is reviewed to establish whether the school may be suitable.
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Initial Enquiry
Enquiries may come via a local authority, a school, or directly from parents/carers. Initial information is reviewed to establish whether the school may be suitable.
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Information Review
We request relevant documentation, which may include: - EHCP (where applicable) - Professional reports - Risk assessments Recent school information
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Information Review
We request relevant documentation, which may include: - EHCP (where applicable) - Professional reports - Risk assessments Recent school information
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Information Review
We request relevant documentation, which may include: - EHCP (where applicable) - Professional reports - Risk assessments Recent school information
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Consultation and Visit
Where appropriate, meetings are held with families and professionals. Visits may be arranged to explore fit and readiness.
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Consultation and Visit
Where appropriate, meetings are held with families and professionals. Visits may be arranged to explore fit and readiness.
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Consultation and Visit
Where appropriate, meetings are held with families and professionals. Visits may be arranged to explore fit and readiness.
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Decision Making
Admissions decisions are made collaboratively by senior staff, based on: - The child’s needs - The school’s capacity to meet those needs safely - The likely sustainability of the placement
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Decision Making
Admissions decisions are made collaboratively by senior staff, based on: - The child’s needs - The school’s capacity to meet those needs safely - The likely sustainability of the placement
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Decision Making
Admissions decisions are made collaboratively by senior staff, based on: - The child’s needs - The school’s capacity to meet those needs safely - The likely sustainability of the placement
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Step 5: Transition Planning
If a placement is agreed, a structured transition plan is developed prior to start.
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Step 5: Transition Planning
If a placement is agreed, a structured transition plan is developed prior to start.
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Step 5: Transition Planning
If a placement is agreed, a structured transition plan is developed prior to start.
Timeframes
Timeframes vary depending on complexity and referral route, but we aim to progress decisions promptly while prioritising thoroughness and safeguarding.
Your Questions Answered
Your Questions Answered
Your Questions Answered
Here you will find clear answers to common questions about our provision, approach, and how we support students and families.
Here you will find clear answers to common questions about our provision, approach, and how we support students and families.
Here you will find clear answers to common questions about our provision, approach, and how we support students and families.
Do you accept pupils without an EHCP?
Do you accept pupils without an EHCP?
Do you accept pupils without an EHCP?
Can you offer short‑term placements?
Can you offer short‑term placements?
Can you offer short‑term placements?
What age range do you support?
What age range do you support?
What age range do you support?
Can pupils reintegrate into mainstream education?
Can pupils reintegrate into mainstream education?
Can pupils reintegrate into mainstream education?
Planned opening September 2026
(Subject to Dfe approval)
A calmer, more supportive approach to education
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