Education
Key information on this page includes:
- Applying for school places
- SEND
- The virtual school
- School attendance
- Post 16
- What to do if your child is struggling at school?
Applying for school places
For information on how to apply for a Primary school place please see here: Primary school admissions.
For information on how to apply for a Secondary school place see here: Secondary school admissions.
SEND (special educational needs and disabilities)
In Stoke-on-Trent we have a number of mainstream schools that are able to meet the needs of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Disabilities, we also have special schools for those who require specialist provision.
For the SEND local offer please see here: Education - SEND local offer.
The virtual school
Our Virtual School helps children and young people in care and previously in care to do as well as they possibly can in their education. We offer information and advice to parents, carers and schools for children previously in care who attend schools in Stoke.
Contact details: email: virtualschool@stoke.gov.uk or phone: 01782 237948
For more information on the virtual school please click here: Virtual School for children in care and those previously in care.
School attendance
It is important that your child attends school as often as possible. If you are wondering whether your child is too ill to attend school, contact the school to ask their advice.
For more information on how to support your child with their attendance please click here: School attenance.
Post 16
For more information about educational opportunities after the ago of 16 please click here: Employment, learning and skills hub.
What to do if your child is struggling at school?
Starting school is an exciting time in a child’s life. However, some children can find it tricky to settle in, or struggle with school life. If your child is struggling, talk to them about it and speak to the school as soon as possible. Your child’s class teacher is the best person to speak to in the first instance. They will help you and support your child.