Kaleidoscope School

URN: 149024 • Newcastle-Under-Lyme ST5 0EZ

Overview

Name
Kaleidoscope School
URN
149024
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sam Goodin (since 2025)
Telephone
01782624689
Website
Visit
Address
Porthill Lodge, Newcastle-Under-Lyme ST5 0EZ

Summary

Kaleidoscope School is an independent special school located in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Staffordshire, catering to children aged 4-16 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and complex needs, including Autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. The school operates with a capacity of 60 pupils and currently serves 30 students, providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where individual differences are celebrated.

The curriculum at Kaleidoscope School is designed to be broad, balanced, and holistic, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met. The staff employ a therapeutic and trauma-aware approach to learning, fostering a safe space that encourages personal achievement and a positive attitude towards education. Importantly, children do not require a formal diagnosis to enroll, making the school accessible to a wider range of learners.

Kaleidoscope School is committed to supporting the development of each pupil through tailored educational experiences and community involvement. The school's ethos prioritises the voices of children, promoting a child-centered approach that values their contributions to school life.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
4 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
60
Pupils
30
Boys
20
Girls
10
FSM %
Open date
2022-08-23
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 30 20 10 60
2024-09-11 29 19 10 30
2023-09-11 30
2022-09-11 30

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