The Acres School is a specialist school in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, for pupils aged 11 to 16 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Many pupils also have autism or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and most hold an education, health and care plan (EHCP).

The school combines a broad academic curriculum with vocational study and is regulated by Ofsted.

What does ACRES stand for:

• Ambition for our pupils, our staff and overall outcomes of the school

• Compassion and recognition of the difficult journey many of our pupils have made prior to starting, and our will to turn previous experiences into positive future ones

• Respect – teaching and acknowledging respect for ourselves, our friends, our colleagues and the community

• Enjoyment in learning to develop self-motivation, perseverance, resilience and a will to celebrate every achievement

• Success – for all, so that pupils can leave The Acres with all the skills, accreditation and confidence they need to succeed in their next steps.  Staff feel valued and are rewarded for the important role they play in supporting our pupils' aspirations.