Elms Bank Specialist Arts College
URN: 105378 • Bury M45 8PJ
Overview
- Name
- Elms Bank Specialist Arts College
- URN
- 105378
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 66.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elaine Parkinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Ripon Avenue, Bury M45 8PJ
Summary
Elms Bank Specialist Arts College is a community special school located in Bury, serving a mixed-gender population of 219 pupils, with a capacity of 201. The school is committed to its vision of "Excellence for All," ensuring that every pupil, regardless of their individual needs, receives tailored support and opportunities to thrive. The emphasis is on building confidence, independence, and resilience through a broad and meaningful curriculum that connects learning to real-life experiences.
The school offers various specialist pathways designed to cater to the diverse needs of its students, promoting personal growth and achievement. Elms Bank fosters a vibrant and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities, including performing arts and internships, enhancing their educational experience.
As part of the Oak Learning Partnership, Elms Bank benefits from collaborative support while maintaining its unique identity. Strong partnerships with families and external professionals are integral to the school's approach, ensuring a comprehensive support system that contributes to the overall development and success of each pupil.
The school offers various specialist pathways designed to cater to the diverse needs of its students, promoting personal growth and achievement. Elms Bank fosters a vibrant and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities, including performing arts and internships, enhancing their educational experience.
As part of the Oak Learning Partnership, Elms Bank benefits from collaborative support while maintaining its unique identity. Strong partnerships with families and external professionals are integral to the school's approach, ensuring a comprehensive support system that contributes to the overall development and success of each pupil.
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Nearby alternatives
- Millwood Primary Special School (63.1)
- Pennine House Hospital School (62.8)
- Elms Bank (56.4)
- Rossendale School (54.7)
- Forestwood School (51.0)
Key details
- LA
- Bury
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 201
- Pupils
- 219
- Boys
- 151
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- 32.90
- Open date
- Close date
- 2019-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-10-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 219 | 151 | 68 | 201 | 32.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 219 | 151 | 68 | 201 | 32.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 219 | 151 | 68 | 201 | 32.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 219 | 151 | 68 | 201 | 32.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 219 | 151 | 68 | 201 | 32.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 219 | 151 | 68 | 201 | 32.90 |
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