Safe, Happy, Learning

Enabling our young people to be literate, numerate and to use technology effectively

Safe, Independent, Learning

Enabling the young people to acquire knowledge and skills relevant to adult life and employment in a fast changing world

Pupils are warmly welcomed each morning by staff who go above and beyond to put pupils at ease - Ofsted Nov 2024

“Your school motto, ‘Safe, happy learning’, encapsulates the strong ethos and culture that you, governors and leaders foster and promote to everyone’s benefit.”

Ofsted 2017

Disruption is rare in class because staff are skilled in the way they manage pupils’ behaviour and emotional well-being - Ofsted Nov 2024

“When pupils experience difficulties in managing their behaviour, they are supported well by capable staff. Pupils are looked after and helped to resolve their problems.”
Ofsted 2017

There is a ceaseless ambition to get provision right for every pupil - Ofsted Nov 2024

“Leaders have established a strong safeguarding culture across both sites of the school.”

Ofsted 2021

The work of the school beyond the subject curriculum is impressive - Ofsted Nov 2024

“Pupils who come to your school have often experienced difficulties early on in their lives and you and your staff work hard to build relationships based on mutual trust and respect.”

Ofsted 2017

Welcome to Shenstone Lodge

Executive Headteacher Welcome

Shenstone Lodge School is a Special School which educates and supports Primary and Secondary aged students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties. Operating across two sites we are committed to providing a structured and caring environment which promotes education, aspiration and challenge. We aim to deliver a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum which develops core academic skills, improved self regulation, pride and resilience.

The school team achieves this by:

  • Enabling our young people to be literate, numerate and to use technology effectively
  • Enabling the young people to acquire knowledge and skills relevant to adult life and employment in a fast changing world
  • Promoting British Values, respect for themselves, respect for other people, the school and the wider community
  • Motivating our young people to be proud, ambitious and to achieve
  • Working effectively with parents, carers and other stakeholders

Our Vision: A school that everyone is proud of, offering an environment that allows young people to take risks and be brave with their learning.

Our Mission: Provide every child with the opportunity to experience an outstanding education academically, emotionally and socially; one that raises aspirations, expectations and educational achievements.

To identify barriers to learning and effectively promote mental health, wellbeing and positive relationships amongst parents, carers, professionals and other organisations, enabling children to develop and reach their true potential.

Safe, Happy, Learning
Safe, Independent, Learning

Neil Toplass, Executive Headteacher

Parent/Carers/Visitor Quotes

“We feel like our child has won the lottery – he has so many amazing opportunities at Shenstone Lodge “

“We would like to say THANK YOU for your support, encouragement, guidance and love throughout our journey at at this fabulous institution. Our whole family appreciates everything you have done.”

“I am so proud of my son, Shenstone staff have really made a positive impact on his life ! I am so grateful”

“All staff absolutely amazing. All seem so caring. I love the opportunities the children are given.”

“Have had an amazing and insightful day! The children have been so welcoming as well as the staff and the teachers excitement for the children’s progression was lovely. I look forward to returning “

“All staff are really welcoming. I’m amazed at how the school support each child. Such a lovely team within school and it shows through the relationships with the children.”

“Amazing environment for learning for the children. All staff were so positive. I hope to return 🙂”

“A fabulous staff team! You should all be so proud for what you do here and what you provide for these children. I would love to be part of a team like this.”

“Both children and staff are wonderful. The levels of respect they have for each other is beautiful. Behaviour is managed so well – you wouldn’t believe this is an SEMH school. I really enjoyed my day and would love to come back!”

"Since attending Shenstone Lodge my child has come on in leaps and bounds. His reading, writing and maths have improved so much. He is regulating himself more and more and he now enjoys school and wants to go".

"Since joining the school my child's education and behaviour has improved immensely. He enjoys being at school and brings his enthusiasm home with him".

"Since my child has been at Shenstone Lodge he’s come on no end. His lifestyle and food choices have drastically changed along with his behaviour. He’s excelling in school, especially with teachers who invest in him to get the best out of him . You have all done fantastic job!!"

"I would just like to say that you, as a team, do an outstanding job from start to finish. I couldn't ask for more support than you give, both to the child and the people who care for them. First class in every way."

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