Aurora Hanley School

URN: 143839 • Stoke on Trent ST2 8PQ

Overview

Name
Aurora Hanley School
URN
143839
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
66.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tracy Whitehurst (since 2025)
Telephone
01782973737
Website
Visit
Address
Cambrian Way, Stoke on Trent ST2 8PQ

Summary

Aurora Hanley School is an independent special school located in Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, catering to students aged 6 to 19 with communication needs, particularly those associated with Autism spectrum conditions. The school aims to provide an inclusive and supportive learning environment where students can thrive academically and socially. With a capacity for 90 pupils, Aurora Hanley currently serves 89 students, ensuring small class sizes that facilitate personalised learning.

The curriculum at Aurora Hanley is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering flexible pathways that include academic and vocational qualifications. Specialist subject teachers lead the secondary GCSE pathways, while additional support is provided through integrated therapeutic services and a life skills pathway for those requiring extra assistance. This tailored approach helps students re-engage with learning and develop essential life skills.

The school prides itself on fostering a warm and nurturing community, where positive relationships are built between staff and students. The ethos of Aurora Hanley focuses on empowering each individual, realising their potential, and building resilience to prepare them for future challenges.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
6 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
90
Pupils
89
Boys
61
Girls
28
FSM %
Open date
2017-07-11
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 89 61 28 90
2024-09-11 84 51 33 90
2023-09-11 63 42 21 90 0.00
2022-09-11 63 42 21 90 0.00
2021-09-11 54 39 15 90
2020-09-11 39 28 11 90

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