Special schools cater for children and young people with more complex needs which require a highly tailored curriculum and regular access to additional specialist support.

In Leicester there are seven special schools:

  • Ash Field Academy
    4 to 11 years old
    Supporting those with complex medical conditions or serious physical disabilities
    Website: ashfield.leicester.sch.uk
  • Ellesmere College
    4 to 19 years old
    Supporting those with moderate to severe and complex learning difficulties
    Website: ellesmerecollege.org.uk
  • Keyham Lodge School
    11 to 16 years old
    Supporting those with social, emotional and mental health needs
    Website: keyhamlodgeschool.co.uk
  • Millgate School
    7 to 16 years old
    Supporting those with social, emotional and mental health needs
    Website: millgateschool.co.uk
  • Nether Hall School
    4 to 19 years old
    Support those with severe and profound multiple learning difficulties
    Website: netherhall.leicester.sch.uk
  • Oaklands School
    4 to 11 years old
    Supporting those with communication, interaction and learning difficulties
    Website: oaklands.leicester.sch.uk
  • West Gate School
    4 to 19 years old
    Supporting those with communication and interaction needs
    Website: westgate.leicester.sch.uk