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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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