The Linden Centre
URN: 123349 • Telford TF4 3DU
Overview
- Name
- The Linden Centre
- URN
- 123349
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Darren Lennon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01952385601
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Webb Crescent, Telford TF4 3DU
Summary
The Linden Centre is a pupil referral unit located in Telford, serving a mixed-gender cohort of 35 students, with a capacity of 36. The Centre is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children who are at risk of exclusion, have been permanently excluded, or require additional support to re-engage with their education. The Centre operates across four sites, offering tailored programmes that focus on building resilience, emotional regulation, and academic success.
The curriculum at The Linden Centre is designed to be relational and trauma-informed, ensuring that each child receives personalised support. The Primary and Secondary Short Stay Assessment and Intervention Centres provide part-time and full-time placements, while the Specialist Hubs cater specifically to children with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) addressing social, emotional, and mental health needs.
The Centre also features an outreach team that collaborates with schools and families to enhance support for students with SEMH needs. By prioritising strong relationships and a community-focused approach, The Linden Centre aims to empower every child to achieve their full potential.
The curriculum at The Linden Centre is designed to be relational and trauma-informed, ensuring that each child receives personalised support. The Primary and Secondary Short Stay Assessment and Intervention Centres provide part-time and full-time placements, while the Specialist Hubs cater specifically to children with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) addressing social, emotional, and mental health needs.
The Centre also features an outreach team that collaborates with schools and families to enhance support for students with SEMH needs. By prioritising strong relationships and a community-focused approach, The Linden Centre aims to empower every child to achieve their full potential.
Useful links
- SEND & Inclusion Team (sen)
- Leave of Absence (sen)
- #NurtureDevelopEmpower (other)
- Policies and Protocols (other)
- Values and Ethos (other)
- Welcome from our Head Teacher (other)
- SEMH Curriculum Long Term Plan (other)
- Term Dates 2025-2026 (other)
- @TheLindenCentre (other)
- @LindenCentreTF (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Thomas Telford School (66.7)
- The Bridge at HLC (59.8)
- Haughton School (56.8)
- Overley Hall School (55.3)
- Amberleigh Therapeutic School (53.8)
Key details
- LA
- Telford and Wrekin
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 36
- Pupils
- 35
- Boys
- 35
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 65.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 35 | 35 | 0 | 36 | 65.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 32 | 31 | 1 | 36 | 59.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 31 | 27 | 4 | 36 | 71.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 31 | 27 | 4 | 36 | 71.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 36 | 29 | 7 | 36 | 75.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 31 | 24 | 7 | 36 | 61.30 |
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