Portland School and Specialist College
URN: 124498 • Stoke-on-Trent ST11 9JG
Overview
- Name
- Portland School and Specialist College
- URN
- 124498
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 22.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanne McKinney (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Uttoxeter Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST11 9JG
Summary
Portland School and Specialist College, located in Stoke-on-Trent, is a foundation special school dedicated to supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a current enrolment of 95 pupils, the school operates across two sites: Blythe Bridge and Trent Vale. Each site is designed to cater to the specific needs of students, providing tailored environments that promote personal growth and emotional wellbeing.
The school serves students from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4, focusing on creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where every individual is valued. Portland School adopts a holistic approach, collaborating with families and external agencies to develop personalised learning journeys that address both academic and emotional development.
Portland School prides itself on its dedicated staff, who are committed to fostering resilience and confidence in students. The school community is built on strong relationships between parents, staff, and students, ensuring that each child receives the support necessary to thrive both academically and personally.
The school serves students from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4, focusing on creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where every individual is valued. Portland School adopts a holistic approach, collaborating with families and external agencies to develop personalised learning journeys that address both academic and emotional development.
Portland School prides itself on its dedicated staff, who are committed to fostering resilience and confidence in students. The school community is built on strong relationships between parents, staff, and students, ensuring that each child receives the support necessary to thrive both academically and personally.
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Nearby alternatives
- Reach (65.9)
- Foundation Bridge Academy (62.9)
- Abbey Hill School and College (62.6)
- Merit Hospital School and Medical Pupil Referral Unit (61.2)
- Newfriars College (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Age range
- 3 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 95
- Boys
- 85
- Girls
- 10
- FSM %
- 65.30
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2023-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-12-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 95 | 85 | 10 | 140 | 65.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 95 | 85 | 10 | 140 | 65.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 123 | 108 | 15 | 140 | 66.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 123 | 108 | 15 | 140 | 66.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 118 | 105 | 13 | 140 | 57.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 96 | 87 | 9 | 140 | 52.10 |
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