For current parents and carers
At Inscape, it’s our vision to provide a learning environment that places your child at the heart of everything we do, where they feel valued and can thrive.
Here you’ll find useful information, key documents and policies as well as some interesting resources for parents and carers of existing students at Inscape House School.
If there’s anything we’ve missed, get in touch with us and we’d be happy to help.
Are you a current or new student at Inscape? Visit our student page
Useful info
Term dates
Our academic year runs from September to the following July. You can find our detailed term dates along with information on school holidays and closures here.
School opening hours
Our day starts at 8.55am and finishes at 3.00pm. Registration for the morning closes at 9.30am and at 2.00pm in the afternoon.
Uniform
We recognise that some of our students have sensory issues when it comes to clothing so we offer a range of uniform items.
Students in Post-16 can wear their own clothes, but we recommend that they choose something comfortable.
You can read our full uniform policy here.
School meals and snacks
Our day starts at 8.55am and finishes at 3.00pm. Registration for the morning closes at 9.30am and at 2.00pm in the afternoon.
Medications
We can administer medications but we need your permission in writing. Any time we administer medication, we record it on your child’s file so you can keep up to date.
Keeping in touch
We keep in touch with parents in many different ways, including through informal meetings, placement and annual reviews, the Parents Partnership on social media, email, home-school books, parent forums and parents evening, and newsletters and the school website.
If we need to speak to you directly, you can get in touch with us via email or over the phone.
Events
We run events at Inscape House School throughout the year such as Inscape Prom, Inscape’s Got Talent show, and a wide range of holiday celebrations.
Check our Parent and Carer newsletter for events run in the school, or click here to see any upcoming public events such as our open days.
16-19 bursary fund
You can download and read our 16-19 Bursary Fund Policy here.
You can also download and read our 16-19 Bursary Fund Guide here.
Internet safety guidance for parents
Read our safety guidance for using Amazon Prime here.
Read our safety guidance for using Disney+ here.
Read our safety guidance for using a Nintendo Switch here.
Read our safety guidance for using a Playstation 5 here.
Read our safety guidance for using Minecraft here.
Read our safety guidance for using Whatsapp here.
Read our safety guidance for using Airdrop here.
Read our safety guidance for using Now Tv here.
Read our safety guidance for using Discord here.
Read our safety guidance for using Facebook here.
Read our safety guidance for using Instagram here.
Read our safety guidance for using IOS here.
Read our safety guidance for using Facebook Messenger here.
Read our safety guidance for using Roblox here.
Read our safety guidance for using Snapchat here.
Read our safety guidance for using TikTok here.
Read our safety guidance for using Tumblr here.
Read our safety guidance for using YouTube here.
Read our safety guidance for using YouTube Kids here.
Read our safety guidance for using Xbox series S and X here.
Read our safety guidance for using Kik here.
Useful numbers
- To contact Inscape House School, call 0161 283 4750
- To contact Together Trust or find out about our other services, call 0161 283 4848
- You can find a list of other useful phone numbers and websites for students and parents here
Curriculum
Step by step we help our learners conquer their barriers, go beyond their expectations and own their unique success.
Key information
We’re compiled a list of helpful key information below about Inscape House School including our reports, policies, and governance team.
Our team
Our specialist staff team combine their expertise with flexibility to support students in their learning.
Other useful resources
Family Reviews
The style of review held for your child at Inscape House School is called a ‘Person Centred Review’. This type of review covers all requirements your Local Authority expect from us.
A Person-Centred Review focuses on, what people like and admire about your child, what’s important to them and how best to support them. We will look at what’s working well in their life and what might not be working as well and planning for the future etc.
Quirky and Autistic Parenting Podcast
Click the link below to listen to a fantastic audience–driven show for parents and autism professionals alike. The Quirky and Autistic Parenting podcast sees hosts answer fundamental questions over ten episodes about a child’s identity, diagnosis, family dynamics, and what parents need from supportive allies and professionals.
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