Agricultural and Rural Centre
URN: 150941 • Stockport SK6 4BA
Overview
- Name
- Agricultural and Rural Centre
- URN
- 150941
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 32.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paula Forth (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 07468495271
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 5 Quarry Road, Stockport SK6 4BA
Summary
The Agricultural and Rural Centre CIC, located in Stockport, is an independent special school designed for children aged 11 to 17 with special educational needs and disabilities. Established in 2009, the centre focuses on providing a nurturing environment where students can engage with farming animals and outdoor activities, which has proven effective for those who struggle in traditional educational settings. The centre operates under a trauma-informed approach, aiming to help students regulate their emotions and behaviours to reach their full educational potential.
With a capacity of 30 pupils, the centre offers a broad and balanced curriculum that includes Entry Level Certificates, Diplomas, and GCSE qualifications. The educational team comprises specially qualified teachers, educational psychologists, and animal therapists, all dedicated to supporting the emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each learner. The centre promotes values of respect, personal growth, and independent confidence, fostering a sense of community among staff and students.
The Agricultural and Rural Centre is Ofsted registered and aims to facilitate the successful reintegration of students into mainstream education. Parents interested in enrolling their child can find application details on the centre's website.
With a capacity of 30 pupils, the centre offers a broad and balanced curriculum that includes Entry Level Certificates, Diplomas, and GCSE qualifications. The educational team comprises specially qualified teachers, educational psychologists, and animal therapists, all dedicated to supporting the emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each learner. The centre promotes values of respect, personal growth, and independent confidence, fostering a sense of community among staff and students.
The Agricultural and Rural Centre is Ofsted registered and aims to facilitate the successful reintegration of students into mainstream education. Parents interested in enrolling their child can find application details on the centre's website.
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- Ofsted Information (other)
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- School day and Term dates (other)
- Safeguarding (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Pendlebury Centre (69.7)
- Lisburne School (66.2)
- Castle Hill High School (63.1)
- Royal School, Manchester (62.4)
- Valley School (59.3)
Key details
- LA
- Stockport
- Age range
- 11 - 17
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 30
- Pupils
- 1
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 1
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2024-09-27
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 30 |
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