Portland School

URN: 149392 • Stoke-on-Trent ST11 9JG

Overview

Name
Portland School
URN
149392
Type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
31.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alexis Bull (since 2025)
Telephone
01782882020
Website
Visit
Address
Uttoxeter Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST11 9JG

Summary

Portland School is an academy special sponsor-led institution located in Stoke-on-Trent, catering to 135 students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs across Key Stages 1 to 4. The school operates from two sites: Blythe Bridge, which supports students with externalised needs, and Trent Vale, designed for those with internalised needs. Both sites provide tailored environments that promote personal growth, emotional well-being, and academic achievement.

The school’s ethos centres on inclusivity and support, ensuring that each student is valued and empowered to reach their full potential. Portland School adopts a holistic approach, collaborating with families and external agencies to create personalised learning journeys that address academic and emotional development.

With a commitment to nurturing resilience and confidence, the dedicated staff at Portland School strive to build strong relationships with students and their families. The school aims to foster a safe and compassionate community where every child can thrive, preparing them for a positive future. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website.

Key details

LA
Stoke-on-Trent
Age range
3 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
140
Pupils
135
Boys
118
Girls
17
FSM %
62.20
Open date
2023-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 135 118 17 140 62.20
2024-09-11 114 100 14 140 69.30
2023-09-11 140
2022-09-11 140

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