Changing Lives Independent SEN School

• What they offer / teach

  A specialist independent secondary SEN school based on a farm in Carrington, Trafford, offering personalised education with animal-assisted learning (including equine and canine care, dog agility), small groups and outdoor learning. Pupils work toward recognised qualifications including AQA Unit Awards, ASDAN and Open Awards. The day includes a breakfast club with sensory circuits/PE, five lessons, structured breaks with quiet spaces, and a daily reflection session; student hours are Monday–Thursday 9:00am–2:30pm and Friday 9:00am–12:00pm.

• Ages served

  The school states it is a specialist secondary SEN school for young people aged 11–18.

• Approach

  The approach centres on personalised targets, small groups with specialist staff, and animal-assisted/equine-assisted programmes to build confidence, communication and engagement. Short transitions, predictable routines and spaces for regulation are used to help pupils feel safe and ready to learn, within a nurturing culture with realistic expectations. Staff bring expertise in special education, therapeutic learning and animal-assisted interventions, and the school's mission covers sustainability, partnerships, knowledge-based learning and nurturing for the future, aiming to help young people return to education and/or employment.

• Admissions

  The school says it accepts EHCP placements from Manchester, Trafford and across Greater Manchester. Families are invited to contact the admissions team via an enquiry form or by phone on 0161 969 5853, with a response promised within 24–48 hours.

• Cost

  Not stated on this website.

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