Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School
URN: 131506 • Bury BL9 7PZ
Overview
- Name
- Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School
- URN
- 131506
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 33.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dave Herbert (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Deal Street, Bury BL9 7PZ
Summary
Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School is a pupil referral unit located in Bury, catering to a mixed-gender population of 117 students, with a capacity of 136. The school aims to support young people who require an alternative to mainstream education, particularly those needing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) support. The ethos of the school is built around helping students re-engage with their education and develop both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Spring Lane School is designed to address individual needs through various pathways, including Employ, Engage, Re-Engage, and Restart pathways. These tailored approaches aim to repair gaps in education and foster positive relationships, ultimately preparing students for further education, training, or a return to mainstream settings.
The school is committed to equipping pupils with essential life skills and academic tools, ensuring they are well-prepared for their next steps. Community engagement is also a priority, with initiatives such as parent webinars focusing on the well-being of young people, reflecting the school's dedication to supporting families and fostering a collaborative environment.
The curriculum at Spring Lane School is designed to address individual needs through various pathways, including Employ, Engage, Re-Engage, and Restart pathways. These tailored approaches aim to repair gaps in education and foster positive relationships, ultimately preparing students for further education, training, or a return to mainstream settings.
The school is committed to equipping pupils with essential life skills and academic tools, ensuring they are well-prepared for their next steps. Community engagement is also a priority, with initiatives such as parent webinars focusing on the well-being of young people, reflecting the school's dedication to supporting families and fostering a collaborative environment.
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Nearby alternatives
- Elms Bank Specialist Arts College (66.6)
- Millwood Primary Special School (63.1)
- Pennine House Hospital School (62.8)
- Elms Bank (56.4)
- Rossendale School (54.7)
Key details
- LA
- Bury
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 136
- Pupils
- 117
- Boys
- 69
- Girls
- 48
- FSM %
- 54.70
- Open date
- 1997-09-01
- Close date
- 2024-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-03-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 117 | 69 | 48 | 136 | 54.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 117 | 69 | 48 | 136 | 54.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 108 | 79 | 29 | 136 | 56.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 108 | 79 | 29 | 136 | 56.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 117 | 87 | 30 | 136 | 53.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 112 | 84 | 28 | 136 | 45.50 |
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