Valley School
URN: 106168 • Stockport SK7 1EN
Overview
- Name
- Valley School
- URN
- 106168
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 59.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen McLoughlin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01614397343
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whitehaven Road, Stockport SK7 1EN
Summary
Valley School is a community special school located in Stockport, catering to children aged 2 to 11 who have complex and severe learning difficulties. With a current enrolment of 56 pupils, the school operates with a capacity of 53, ensuring a focused and supportive environment. The school’s ethos, encapsulated in the motto “Small steps, giant strides,” emphasizes the belief that every child is unique and capable of significant progress with the right support.
The curriculum at Valley School is designed to meet the individual needs of its pupils, promoting both educational achievement and independence. The school prioritizes a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive, supported by a dedicated team of staff and multi-disciplinary professionals. Parental involvement is highly valued, fostering a strong community connection that enhances the educational experience.
Valley School is committed to inclusivity and equality, welcoming families from diverse backgrounds. The school actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote positive relationships among its pupils, ensuring a vibrant and enriching school life for all. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website or contact the headteacher directly.
The curriculum at Valley School is designed to meet the individual needs of its pupils, promoting both educational achievement and independence. The school prioritizes a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive, supported by a dedicated team of staff and multi-disciplinary professionals. Parental involvement is highly valued, fostering a strong community connection that enhances the educational experience.
Valley School is committed to inclusivity and equality, welcoming families from diverse backgrounds. The school actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote positive relationships among its pupils, ensuring a vibrant and enriching school life for all. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website or contact the headteacher directly.
Useful links
- Governor Role (governance)
- Governors Hub (governance)
- Governor Training (governance)
- SEN Support in Stockport (sen)
- Statutory Information (other)
- Skip to content (other)
- Home (other)
- Statutory Information (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Terms of Reference (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Pendlebury Centre (69.7)
- Lisburne School (66.2)
- Castle Hill High School (63.1)
- Royal School, Manchester (62.4)
- Moat House (58.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 56 | 35 | 21 | 53 | 49.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 58 | 37 | 21 | 53 | 38.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 59 | 36 | 23 | 53 | 30.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 59 | 36 | 23 | 53 | 30.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 54 | 33 | 21 | 53 | 34.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 82 | 58 | 24 | 28.60 |
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