Elm House School
URN: 148133 • ST10 1NG
Overview
- Name
- Elm House School
- URN
- 148133
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennifer Illsley (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01538269937
- Website
- Visit Elm House School website
- Address
-
15 Mill Road, ST10 1NG
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Summary
Elm House School is an independent special school located in Staffordshire, catering to a small cohort of mixed-gender pupils. With a current enrolment of four students and a capacity for ten, the school is designed to provide tailored educational support for children with specific needs. Elm House operates under the Halliwell Homes umbrella, which is dedicated to enhancing the psychological wellbeing of children in the looked-after sector.
The school follows a unique Restorative Parenting Recovery Programme, focusing on addressing the emotional, behavioural, social, and developmental needs of its students. This integrated approach combines education with therapeutic support, aiming to facilitate recovery from childhood trauma. Elm House is committed to safeguarding and providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive.
In addition to its educational offerings, Elm House School emphasizes professional development for staff, ensuring they are equipped to deliver high-quality care and support. The school is part of a broader community initiative that seeks to improve outcomes for children in challenging circumstances, fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
The school follows a unique Restorative Parenting Recovery Programme, focusing on addressing the emotional, behavioural, social, and developmental needs of its students. This integrated approach combines education with therapeutic support, aiming to facilitate recovery from childhood trauma. Elm House is committed to safeguarding and providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive.
In addition to its educational offerings, Elm House School emphasizes professional development for staff, ensuring they are equipped to deliver high-quality care and support. The school is part of a broader community initiative that seeks to improve outcomes for children in challenging circumstances, fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
Useful links
- Absence Management Policy (sen)
- SEN Policy (sen)
- Events & Training (calendar)
- Assessment Policy (download)
- Admission Policy (download)
- Anti-Bullying Policy (download)
- Anti Radicalisation Policy (download)
- Behaviour Policy (download)
- Careers Education Policy (download)
- Child on Child Abuse Policy (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Options Trent Acres School (74.5)
- Hopedale School (73.7)
- University of Keele (73.7)
- Greenhall Nursery (73.0)
- Cherry Trees School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 5 - 14
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 10
- Pupils
- 4
- Boys
- 3
- Girls
- 1
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2021-01-14
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 10 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 10 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 10 |
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