Willow House School

Willow House School is an independent special school located in Cheadle, Cheshire, catering to a small cohort of six pupils, with a capacity for seven. The school operates in conjunction with Ivy Cottage therapeutic children’s home, providing a collaborative environment where education and therapeutic care are integrated. This approach is designed to support the emotional, social, and educational development of vulnerable children through the Restorative Parenting Recovery Programme.

The curriculum at Willow House School aims to prepare pupils for future economic wellbeing while fostering personal development. The staff focus on building positive relationships with students, which is essential for their progress. The school is committed to helping children successfully transition to mainstream education or long-term fostering placements, as highlighted in their recent Ofsted report.

Leadership at Willow House is provided by Executive Head Teacher Emma Fletcher and Head of Education Alex Bradley, who emphasize the importance of social, emotional, and mental health alongside academic achievement. The school maintains a range of policies to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for all pupils.