# Bradshaw Farm Independent School — Buxton, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.6/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Students:** 58
- **Founded:** 1995
- **Principal:** Emma Johnson

## Contact

- **Address:** 85 Buxton Road, Stockport, SK2 6LR
- **Phone:** 01298 231404
- **Website:** http://www.roachesschool.net/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/buxton/bradshaw-farm-independent-school-11967

## About

The Roaches School is a Residential Special School that provides quality care and education to children with severe emotional and/or behavioural difficulties. It aims to create a caring and supportive atmosphere, facilitating the reintegration of pupils into mainstream education. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum, with proactive care and education plans.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Mar 2025

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — Some Great Aspects, Some Room for Improvement: We have been pleased with some aspects of Bradshaw Farm School, such as the outdoor activities and the community houses. However, we have also experienced some difficulties with communication and consistency. Overall, it's been a bit of a mixed experience for us. *(Jul 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Lifeline for Our Daughter: The staff at Bradshaw Farm School have been a lifeline for our daughter. They have helped her build her confidence and develop a love of learning. The way they integrate with the community and provide individualised care plans has been truly impressive. We can't thank them enough! *(Mar 2022)*
- **5/5** — An Amazing School: Our son attended Bradshaw Farm School and it was an incredible experience for him. The teachers and staff were always available to offer support and guidance, and the facilities were excellent. The school's focus on individualised care plans and community integration really helped him thrive. *(Sep 2021)*

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