Arbour Academy provides a nurturing, specialist educational environment for learners aged 11–16 who need a personalised approach to learning.
We support young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, anxiety, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and barriers to attendance or engagement with education.
Admissions are coordinated through Salford Local Authority’s agreed referral processes, involving the School Admissions Team and/or the Special Educational Needs (SEN) Team, depending on the learner’s circumstances.
We support learners with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), alongside those who are single-registered with Arbour Academy or dual-registered with a mainstream school, where this forms part of their agreed placement.
We work closely with learners, parents and carers, previous schools and relevant professionals to plan a supported transition.
Initial assessments help us understand each learner’s academic starting points, strengths and support needs, informing a personalised curriculum and appropriate pastoral support.
Our aim is to help every learner feel safe, build confidence and re-engage with education in a structured and supportive environment.
Parents and carers seeking further information are welcome to contact the school office for guidance on the referral process.
