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Ashcroft

Every child should have the chance to shape their future through learning. Ashcroft offers the right balance of personalised learning and intensive support to help every student break through barriers and reach their potential.

Every day our students build their self esteem, learn new skills and move towards a happy and fulfilled future. Trust us to help you get there.

Contact us by phone on 0161 283 4832 or email Ashcroft.School@togethertrust.org.uk for more information.

Please visit the link for more information about the school.

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Key information

If you can’t find the info you need below, contact Ashcroft School reception.

T: 0161 283 4832

Opening hours

Our day begins at 9:00 am and finishes by 3:00 pm. 

Ashcroft operates on a standard 38-week school year. Take a look at our term dates.

Contact details

Ashcroft School
Schools Hill
Cheadle
Cheshire
SK8 1JE

0161 283 4832
Ashcroft.School@togethertrust.org.uk

Paula Tankard, Headteacher
Anthony Farnworth, Chair of the Governing Body

Remote Learning Policy

Click here to read our remote learning policy for 2021/22

Summer School

Click here to read information about Ashcroft's 2021 Summer School

Do you offer school meals?

Mealtime is a great opportunity for students to practice their social skills, eat healthily and try out new food. All school meals are provided by the school now, so there is no extra cost to the parents/carers. However, you can bring your own packed lunch, if you like.

Can you administer my child’s medicine?

Yes, but only with written permission from a parent or carer. Medication must be in its original packaging with dosage information, and passed to a member of staff at the beginning of the school day. Students should not bring over-the-counter medicines into school.

Do you have a school uniform?

We do have a school uniform for Ashcroft School and School House. We expect students to arrive at school suitably dressed. We ask students to wear:

  • black trousers or skirt
  • plain white polo or shirt or blouse – no logos allowed
  • grey Ashcroft School hoodie - available from the school

How do you support parents and carers?

We want all parents and carers to be involved. It makes a big difference to student achievement. So we’re here to support you and strengthen links between home and school to give each child every chance at success. We host regular progress evenings to share teacher feedback. We’ll send you progress reports at the end of each term and as part of annual reviews. And we welcome you to visit or call us at any time. We’ll also invite you to share assemblies, celebrations and any achievements made.

Admissions

We accept direct enquiries from parents and carers, as well as referrals from healthcare professionals. Visit our how to apply page for more information.

Ofsted report

At Ashcroft School, we're proud to have been rated Good by Ofsted for over 10 years.

You can read our Ofsted reports online. 

Policies

Our policies help to create a safe and supportive environment in which young people can thrive.

You can download and read our policies online.

School performance tables

You can find and compare our school performance information online.

Covid-19 Risk Assessments

Click here to find out further information on the Covid-19 Risk Assessments.

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Our approach

Our students are at the heart of everything we do.

We look for the child behind the label and listen to their hopes and dreams.

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Learning centres

Our learning centres offer a range of support designed with different learners in mind.

Whether that’s getting teenagers ready for the world of work, or supporting younger learners to get back on track. 

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Student support

Behind every challenging behaviour is an underlying root cause.

We listen to students, take the time to understand what’s driving their behaviour, and come up with a positive action plan.

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Our team

We want every student who comes through our door to reach their potential.

That means building trust, understanding their needs and tailoring our approach to suit every individual.

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Term times

We operate on a standard 38-week school year, starting in September.

Find our detailed term dates including holidays.

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How to apply

We know changing schools can cause a lot of stress. That’s why we’re here to support you through the application and admissions process.

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Our policies

Our policies help to create a safe and supportive environment in which young people can thrive.

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Above and beyond our curriculum 

Individualised learning to help students break through their barriers.

Find out about our curriculum
“For the first time in his secondary school life James has found an environment that supports his emotional and mental health needs, enabling him to finally reach his full academic potential.”
James' dad, Mick
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Student story

James' story

James' parents tell us their families' story. “We as parents have received incredible support and finally found an education establishment... that treats every student as an individual...”

 

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Ashcroft School news

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Therapy animals join Ashcroft School students for a term of Animal Assisted Intervention

28 July 2023 - 10:00am

It has been a busy term for the young people at Ashcroft School who took on a new direction in their curriculum: Animal Assisted Intervention with our award-winning practitioner, Danielle.

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Ashcroft School learners take on strenuous challenges to complete Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award

15 June 2023 - 8:00am

Last month, five students from Ashcroft School embarked on a two-day qualifying expedition to achieve their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award.

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Ashcroft College teacher is ‘over the moon’ after receiving Teacher of The Term award

26 May 2023 - 10:00am

On 10 May, a staff member at Ashcroft College, one of the Together Trust’s specialist education settings, received the winning nomination for Justteacher’s North West branch’s Teacher of the Term award.

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