Edintervention School

Independent Specialist School supporting Salford and Greater Manchester
A nurturing, high-expectations specialist school for young people at KS4 with SEND needs, registered with the Department for Education and inspected by Ofsted.
Smaller classes and personalised learning
Specialist staff and therapeutic support
Clear, ambitious pathways into Post-16 and adulthood
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Part of the Edintervention group, alongside our Specialist SEND Hub and Post-16 College.

Who We Are:

A school built for students who need something different
Edintervention School is an independent specialist school for pupils with SEND needs who thrive best in a calm, structured and highly supportive environment. We combine high expectations for learning and behaviour with the care, relationships and therapeutic support that many of our pupils have missed in previous settings.

Our Mission

Our mission is to create a compassionate, ambitious and connected school community where every young person is empowered to thrive.
Through trusted guidance, personalised growth and meaningful relationships, we open doors to new possibilities and support each learner to build a limitless future.By engaging minds, educating hearts and inspiring joy in learning, we remove barriers, nurture talent and transform outcomes for children, young people and their families.

Our Values:

Engage, Educate, Enjoy – run through every lesson, every interaction and every decision we make.
Engage
building trust, safety and connection so pupils can learn, supporting development of their behaviour and attitudes
Educate
a broad and balanced, ambitious curriculum tailored to each pupil’s needs
Enjoy
meaningful success, enrichment and positive experiences every day

Our Vision:

Our Vision is to be a school where guidance, growth and connection leads to a limitless future.

Who we support

We work with pupils who:
have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) naming social, emotional and mental health (SEMH), autism or related needs
are currently out of school, at risk of exclusion or need a smaller, more specialist setting
benefit from a highly structured environment with clear routines, positive relationships and individualised support.
Places are typically commissioned by local authorities and partner schools. We welcome enquiries from parents and carers, with placements are agreed through your local authority.
Find out about admissions & referrals

Our curriculum & school day

Learning that opens up new futures
Our curriculum is broad, balanced and ambitious for every pupil. We focus on strong foundations in English and maths, rich subject knowledge and the skills pupils need to succeed in life beyond school.
1. Curriculum
Pupils follow a personalised timetable across English, maths, science, PSHE, PE and creative subjects. At Key Stage 4, they work towards appropriate qualifications, including GCSEs, Functional Skills and vocational awards.
View our Curriculum
2. Personal development
We teach life skills, social communication, emotional regulation and independence through a planned programme of PSHE, enrichment and therapeutic support.
Read about personal development and enrichment
3. The school day
Our school day runs from 9am to 2:15pm Monday to Thursday and Friday 9am until 12:30pm, providing at least 25 hours of education each week.
See school day structure and term dates

Pastoral care & safeguarding

Safe, nurturing and consistent
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility at Edintervention School. We are committed to keeping every pupil safe and promoting their wellbeing.
Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is Charlotte John and our Deputy DSLs are. If you have any concerns about a child, you can contact the safeguarding team on [phone] or [safeguarding email]. We work closely with families and external agencies to provide consistent, joined-up support. Links underneath to policies and procedures:
Anti Bullying Policy2025.pdf
Attendance Policy2025.pdf
E-safety Policy2025.docx
Safeguarding - Child Protection Policy 2025 EdIntervention.pdf

Admissions & referrals

Most places at Edintervention School are commissioned by local authorities and partner schools for pupils with an EHCP.
Our admissions process includes a detailed review of each pupil’s needs, a school visit and a personalised transition plan to help them settle in successfully.
Step-by-step admissions process
Working with Local Authorities within the North West of England
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Admissions & referrals information

Edintervention School

Ofsted-inspected independent special school for SEMH pupils at Key Stage 4.
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Specialist SEND Hub

Outreach and bespoke programmes supporting schools and local authorities.
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SEND Post-16 College

Practical, supportive pathways for young adults to move into further education, training or employment.
Explore Post-16 College

SEND Post-16 College

Practical, supportive pathways for young adults to move into further education, training or employment.
Explore Post-16 College

Specialist SEND Hub

Outreach and bespoke programmes supporting schools and local authorities.
Explore the Hub

Edintervention School

Ofsted-inspected independent special school for [SEND/SEMH / ASC] pupils at [Key Stage 4].
Visit the School site