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Get to know Rossendale School

Rossendale School provides personalised education in a calm, nurturing environment helping each young person grow in confidence, rediscover their love of learning, and realise their full potential. Our school is made up of a main school site, a community-based sixth form and a primary provision.

Who we support

We support young people across the North West aged 7 – 18 years with autism and associated needs in social and emotional mental health (SEMH).

Many of our pupils have experienced disrupted education and we’re here to offer a fresh start with specialist teaching and therapeutic support that works the way students think and learn.

Our Mission

Our vision

We are committed to helping every young person prepare for adulthood, never losing focus on what they are capable of achieving.

Our ethos

We work closely with our young people and their families to support them to reach their potential through academic progress and the development of social skills.

Our location

You’ll find us in the peaceful setting of Rossendale, near Ramsbottom. Rossendale School offers a tranquil countryside environment that helps students feel safe and calm.

Our address

Bamford Road

Ramsbottom

Lancashire

BL0 0RT

What makes Rossendale School unique?

Our person-centred ethos shapes every aspect of life at Rossendale School.
We have a high staff to pupil ratio which means we can offer 1:1 support to young people who need it
We have small class sizes with well qualified staff leading and supporting lessons
Our staff are experienced and trained to recognise and deal with young people’s sensory needs
Our school has an extensive range of in-house therapeutic services

About Aspris

Aspris tailors care and education to meet the diverse needs of children and young people ensuring they always receive the right support at the right time in the right setting. Even when the journey seems hard, Aspris uses courage, resilience, kindness and dedication.

Our team of experts work together to design specialist schools, colleges, and children’s homes that provide safe, nurturing environments where children can reach their potential. When a young person’s confidence grows, they exceed expectation. This is the focus every day, every hour and every minute.

This is the Aspris difference.

Find out more about Aspris here.

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