SEND school
The Grange School - Castleford
The Grange School is a small, specialist, registered provision dedicated to providing education for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

About
About The Grange School - Castleford
We aim to provide a safe, secure, and positive atmosphere that encourages personal responsibility, respect, cooperation, and sensitivity to the needs of others. We believe that by fostering these values, our pupils can thrive both academically and personally.
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Headteacher: Jennie Allport
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Chair of Governors: James Madine
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Proprietor: Keys Care Limited
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Ofsted: View report
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Address: Methley Rd, Castleford WF10 1PN, UK
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Phone number: 01977 238471
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Supported needs
- SEMH
- Learning Disabilities

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- Ofsted report, standard inspection Current Ofsted · Inspected 30 January 2024 · Published 15 March 2024 · PDF · 479 KB
- The Grange Term Dates 2026 - 2027 PDF · PDF · 143 KB
- The Grange Safeguarding Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 919 KB
- The Grange Accessibility Policy 2025 Policy · PDF · 206.4 KB
- The Grange Admissions Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 229.6 KB
- The Grange Alternative Provision Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 349.5 KB
- The Grange Anti Bullying Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 269.9 KB
- The Grange Attendance Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 294.4 KB
- The Grange Behaviour Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 464.3 KB
- The Grange CEIAG Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 248.3 KB
- The Grange Curriculum Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 841.1 KB
- The Grange Online Safety Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 294.4 KB
- The Grange RSHE Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 248.8 KB
- The Grange Risk Assessment Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 497.7 KB
- The Grange SEND Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 229.3 KB
- The Grange SMSC Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 190.4 KB
- The Grange Staff Code of Conduct Policy 2025-26 Policy · PDF · 335.7 KB
- The Grange: Suspensions and Permanent Exclusions Policy DOCX · 621.1 KB
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Useful information
Common questions
Who is The Grange School suitable for?
The Grange School provides specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) who require a supportive, personalised and nurturing learning environment to achieve their full potential.
What special educational needs does The Grange School support?
The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ADHD, communication difficulties, attachment needs and associated learning challenges.
Can The Grange School be named in an EHCP?
Yes. The Grange School accepts pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Referrals are typically made through local authorities, although families and professionals are welcome to contact the school directly to discuss placements.
What makes The Grange School different from a mainstream school?
The Grange School offers smaller class sizes, specialist teaching and tailored support programmes that enable pupils to access education in a way that meets their individual needs, strengths and aspirations.
How does The Grange School support pupils with autism?
The school provides structured routines, predictable learning environments and personalised support strategies to help autistic pupils develop communication skills, emotional regulation, social confidence and independence.
What curriculum does The Grange School offer?
The school delivers a broad and balanced curriculum that combines academic learning with personal development, wellbeing, life skills and preparation for future education, training and employment.
What are class sizes like at The Grange School?
Smaller class sizes allow staff to provide more individual attention, targeted interventions and personalised support, helping pupils engage positively with learning.
How does The Grange School support positive behaviour?
The school adopts a positive and therapeutic approach to behaviour support, helping pupils understand their emotions, build self-regulation skills and develop positive relationships with others.
Are enrichment activities available?
Absolutely. Pupils have access to a range of enrichment opportunities designed to build confidence, independence, teamwork, creativity and wider life experiences.
Can families visit The Grange School before making a referral?
Yes. Families, local authorities and professionals are encouraged to arrange a visit to meet the staff team, explore the school environment and discuss individual pupil needs.
Connected Support
Support centred around each individual.
We call it Connected Support.
A network of Care, Education and Health services for children, young people and adults, seamlessly connecting specialist schools, alternative learning solutions, children’s homes, adult residential, supported living and health services and expertise.









