Edgewood Academy, Stoke-on-Trent
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 months agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Edgewood Academy has been carefully designed to support pupils who have experienced disrupted education. The school offers a broad curriculum enhanced by technology, with strong emphasis on wellbeing, independence and preparing for work. Leaders and staff are highly trained and supported to meet the specific needs of pupils with emotional, social and mental health challenges.
Key Strengths
- Detailed, ambitious curriculum tailored to pupils' needs with strong emphasis on wellbeing and preparation for adulthood
- Experienced leadership with thorough understanding of safeguarding and pupils with additional vulnerabilities
- Comprehensive staff training and support, including counselling services for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs
- Innovative assessment system that tracks academic progress, engagement, social and emotional development
- Strong partnerships with local schools and organizations to enhance provision
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with experienced designated safeguarding leads, a suitable written policy meeting statutory requirements, and an online system for reporting concerns plus comprehensive staff induction training.
Extracurricular Activities
Physical education partnerships with local sports centre and primary school, visits to places of worship, educational and cultural visits, enrichment activities focused on fostering independence and broadening cultural knowledge
Edgewood Academy is a proposed independent special school that is likely to meet all independent school standards. Leaders have extensive experience in both state and independent schools and have carefully prepared the school to ensure compliance with all requirements.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
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Area Demand Pressure - Stoke-on-Trent
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Admissions Demand - Stoke-on-Trent
Places available
3,160
Applications
3,413
Got 1st preference
86.5%
Got preferred school
96.1%
Secondary admissions across Stoke-on-Trent (2025/26)
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