Sycamore Short Stay School

Sycamore Short Stay School is a Pupil Referral Unit located in Dudley, catering to Key Stage 1, 2, and 3 pupils who have been permanently excluded from mainstream education. The school serves a mixed-gender population of 20 students, with a capacity of 40. Its primary mission is to build trusting relationships with students, enabling them to unlock their potential and succeed in their educational journey.

The school focuses on providing a safe and respectful environment where pupils can enjoy learning and develop the skills necessary to reintegrate into permanent educational settings or alternative provisions. Outreach support is also offered to mainstream primary schools in the Dudley borough to assist students at risk of exclusion.

Sycamore Short Stay School places a strong emphasis on nurturing communication and consistency within its community. With a dedicated Management Committee overseeing its operations, the school aims to address the complex needs of its students, many of whom face significant gaps in their learning due to prior educational disruptions.