The St Aubyn Centre Education Department
URN: 134260 • Colchester CO4 5HG
Overview
- Name
- The St Aubyn Centre Education Department
- URN
- 134260
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 66.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Turnnidge (since 2025) , Head of Education
- Telephone
- 01206334685
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St Aubyn Centre, Colchester CO4 5HG
Summary
The St Aubyn Centre Education Department, located in Colchester, Essex, is a pupil referral unit that provides therapeutic education for young people facing significant challenges. With a current enrolment of 7 students and a capacity of 28, the centre focuses on creating a safe and nurturing environment where students can build resilience and self-belief. The staff comprises qualified teachers and experienced teaching assistants who work collaboratively to support each student's unique needs.
The curriculum at the St Aubyn Centre is broad and flexible, covering a range of subjects from basic skills to A levels. Emphasis is placed on personal, social, and health education, helping students develop not only academically but also in areas crucial for their future well-being. The centre aims to facilitate pathways back into mainstream education, employment, or training for those who have disengaged from traditional schooling.
The St Aubyn Centre maintains strong links with its sister unit, the Poplar Adolescent Unit, allowing for shared expertise and resources. This collaborative approach enhances the support provided to students and their families, fostering a community of understanding and hope for recovery and personal growth.
The curriculum at the St Aubyn Centre is broad and flexible, covering a range of subjects from basic skills to A levels. Emphasis is placed on personal, social, and health education, helping students develop not only academically but also in areas crucial for their future well-being. The centre aims to facilitate pathways back into mainstream education, employment, or training for those who have disengaged from traditional schooling.
The St Aubyn Centre maintains strong links with its sister unit, the Poplar Adolescent Unit, allowing for shared expertise and resources. This collaborative approach enhances the support provided to students and their families, fostering a community of understanding and hope for recovery and personal growth.
Useful links
- About Us (other)
- Skip to content (other)
- St Aubyn Centre Therapeutic Education Department (other)
- Blog (other)
- Policies and additional Information (other)
- Our Curriculum (other)
- Our Team (other)
- Safeguarding and Equality (other)
- What We Do (other)
- The St Aubyn Centre NHS unit (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Market Field School (70.2)
- University of Essex (60.2)
- North East Essex Additional Provision School (57.3)
- Kingswode Hoe School (56.9)
- Market Field School (52.8)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 28 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 28 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 28 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 0.00 |
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