# Christchurch Learning Centre — Christchurch, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.2/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Philip Gavin

## Contact

- **Address:** Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PJ
- **Phone:** 01202 471 410
- **Website:** https://www.clc.dorset.sch.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/christchurch/christchurch-learning-centre-11316

## About

Christchurch Learning Centre is a maintained Pupil Referral Unit which provides education for those pupils who have been permanently excluded from mainstream school or are unable to sustain a full-time place in mainstream school due to medical-based needs.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Jan 2017
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Jan 2017

## Recent parent reviews

- **3/5** — Some ups and downs, but overall positive: We've had a mixed experience with Christchurch Learning Centre. While the staff are generally very supportive and the facilities are great, we've had some issues with communication and consistency. That being said, our child has definitely benefited from attending the centre, and we're grateful for the opportunities they've been given. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — A life-changing experience for our son: We cannot thank the staff and tutors at Christchurch Learning Centre enough for transforming our son's education. The centre's focus on individual needs and providing a safe and supportive environment has been a game-changer for him. We highly recommend CLC to any family who feels like their child is falling through the gaps. *(Jun 2022)*
- **5/5** — A beacon of hope in a difficult time: We were at our wit's end when our child was struggling to cope with mainstream school. But Christchurch Learning Centre has been a beacon of hope for us. The centre's values of respect, empathy, and kindness have been evident in everything they've done, and we feel like they truly care about our child's well-being. *(Mar 2022)*
- **4/5** — Helped our child get back on track: My child had a tough time in mainstream school, but the team at Christchurch Learning Centre helped them get back on track. The centre's facilities and resources were excellent, and the staff were always available to support us. We were a bit concerned about the initial referral process, but it ended up being a positive experience. *(Dec 2021)*

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