Woodlands School

About Woodlands School

Woodlands School opened in December 2013 and is based in the Lancashire area. It shares its location with and provides education for The Woodlands therapeutic home, working collaboratively, alongside the clinical team to deliver the Restorative Parenting Recovery Programme.

What is unique about Woodlands School

Specialised support for children and young people who have experienced early trauma.

Small class sizes.

High staff ratios.

A highly personalised and structured curriculum.

Therapeutically informed practice.

Our Vision

‘To provide the best quality of education and care for vulnerable children through a vibrant curriculum which fully prepares pupils for their future economic wellbeing and nurture outstanding personal development.’

Ofsted Report

Leaders have developed an ambitious curriculum. Pupils follow a wide range of subjects.
Leaders identify pupils’ special educational needs and/or disabilities accurately. They use pupils’ individual education, health and care plans effectively to ensure that the curriculum is suitably adjusted to meet pupils’ needs. This helps pupils to achieve well socially, emotionally and academically.
Leaders prioritise reading because they want pupils to become confident and fluent readers.