Alpha Learning Staffordshire
URN: 149601 • Stoke-on-Trent ST6 2AW
Overview
- Name
- Alpha Learning Staffordshire
- URN
- 149601
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nadine Wedgwood (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01782212807
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hobson Street, Stoke-on-Trent ST6 2AW
Summary
Alpha Learning Staffordshire is an independent special school located in Stoke-on-Trent, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 21 pupils, with a capacity of 35. The school prides itself on its small class sizes and strong teacher-pupil ratios, which facilitate personalised learning and foster meaningful relationships between staff and students. The ethos of the school centres on holistic support, emphasising pastoral care and collaboration with parents, carers, and external agencies.
The curriculum at Alpha Learning is tailored to meet the individual needs of students, with a variety of subjects offered based on attendance. The school day begins at 9:00 am with a unique Breakfast and Boxing session, allowing students to engage in physical activity or social interaction before formal lessons commence at 9:30 am. The school also features dedicated facilities, including classrooms, an IT suite, and a professional boxing gym, reflecting its commitment to using sport as a tool for engagement and personal development.
Founded by professional boxing coach Lindon Newbon, Alpha Learning aims to improve the life chances of young people in the community. The school has established strong ties with local agencies and has a proven track record of positively impacting the lives of its students through education and support.
The curriculum at Alpha Learning is tailored to meet the individual needs of students, with a variety of subjects offered based on attendance. The school day begins at 9:00 am with a unique Breakfast and Boxing session, allowing students to engage in physical activity or social interaction before formal lessons commence at 9:30 am. The school also features dedicated facilities, including classrooms, an IT suite, and a professional boxing gym, reflecting its commitment to using sport as a tool for engagement and personal development.
Founded by professional boxing coach Lindon Newbon, Alpha Learning aims to improve the life chances of young people in the community. The school has established strong ties with local agencies and has a proven track record of positively impacting the lives of its students through education and support.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Alpha Learning Staffordshire Limited (other)
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- About Alpha Learning (other)
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- Our Offer to Schools (other)
- Pastoral Care (other)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Reach (65.9)
- Foundation Bridge Academy (62.9)
- Abbey Hill School and College (62.6)
- Merit Hospital School and Medical Pupil Referral Unit (61.2)
- Newfriars College (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 35
- Pupils
- 21
- Boys
- 16
- Girls
- 5
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2023-06-07
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 21 | 16 | 5 | 35 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 27 | 21 | 6 | 35 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 35 |
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