APTCOO - A Place to Call Our Own

URN: 145949 • Newark NG22 9EX

Overview

Name
APTCOO - A Place to Call Our Own
URN
145949
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
40.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michaela Ledsham (since 2025)
Telephone
01623629902
Website
Visit
Address
North Farm House, Newark NG22 9EX

Summary

APTCOO - A Place to Call Our Own is an independent special school and charity located in Newark, Nottinghamshire, catering to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). With a capacity of 20 pupils, the school currently supports 17 students, providing a nurturing environment designed to foster personal growth and development. APTCOO has been serving the community for over 35 years, focusing on the social, emotional, and educational needs of its students.

The school operates across four sites, each offering unique specialisms and a range of tailored services. APTCOO emphasizes early intervention and preventative practices, aiming to keep children safe, happy, and thriving. Support services include crisis intervention, emotional well-being assistance, after-school activity groups, and outreach programs for families, ensuring a holistic approach to education and care.

Community engagement is central to APTCOO's ethos, promoting social interaction and reducing isolation among families. The school encourages collaboration between families and professionals, creating a supportive network that enhances the overall well-being of its students and their families.

Key details

LA
Nottinghamshire
Age range
5 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
20
Pupils
17
Boys
9
Girls
8
FSM %
Open date
2018-09-13
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 17 9 8 20
2024-09-11 17 10 7 20
2023-09-11 14 11 3 20 0.00
2022-09-11 14 11 3 20 0.00
2021-09-11 14 13 1 20
2020-09-11 11 9 2 20

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