Safe Opportunities
URN: 148194 • Crewe CW1 6ZQ
Overview
- Name
- Safe Opportunities
- URN
- 148194
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Pullan (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 07415245537
- Website
- Visit Safe Opportunities website
- Address
-
14 Mallard Court, Crewe CW1 6ZQ
Find on Google Maps
Summary
Safe Opportunities is a special post-16 institution located in Crewe, Cheshire East, dedicated to supporting young people aged 14 to 25 in their transition from education to employment. Established in 2014, the organisation has grown to work with over 30 schools and approximately 300 students, providing structured employability pathway programmes tailored for those requiring additional support.
The curriculum focuses on developing essential employability skills through various programmes, including the Step16 programme and ESFA-funded Supported Internships. Students enhance their English and Maths through Functional Skills qualifications while gaining practical experience through work placements. The aim is to equip students with the confidence and skills necessary for successful employment.
Safe Opportunities operates from a newly established facility on Crewe Business Park, offering a safe and supportive environment for both students and staff. The team, led by Company Director Helen Pullan, comprises experienced professionals committed to fostering each student's growth and career aspirations. The institution is currently awaiting an Ofsted inspection, which will be available for public viewing upon completion.
The curriculum focuses on developing essential employability skills through various programmes, including the Step16 programme and ESFA-funded Supported Internships. Students enhance their English and Maths through Functional Skills qualifications while gaining practical experience through work placements. The aim is to equip students with the confidence and skills necessary for successful employment.
Safe Opportunities operates from a newly established facility on Crewe Business Park, offering a safe and supportive environment for both students and staff. The team, led by Company Director Helen Pullan, comprises experienced professionals committed to fostering each student's growth and career aspirations. The institution is currently awaiting an Ofsted inspection, which will be available for public viewing upon completion.
Useful links
- Home (other)
- Admissions Statement (other)
- History (other)
- Information for Schools (other)
- Information for Students (other)
- Meet the Team (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Step 16 (other)
- Supported Internships (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Springfield School (69.2)
- Adelaide School (62.1)
- Lavender Field School (51.4)
- The Axis Academy (49.0)
- Adelaide School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire East
- Age range
- 16 - 25
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 50
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2020-08-14
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 50 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 50 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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