# Peak School — High Peak, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Students:** 90
- **Principal:** Jo Howarth

## Contact

- **Address:** Peak School, Buxton Road, Chinley, High Peak, Derbyshire
- **Phone:** 01663 750324
- **Website:** http://peakschool.co.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/high-peak/peak-school-19982

## About

Peak School is a community special school in Chinley, North Derbyshire, welcoming pupils who experience a wide range of needs. Our school is part of the Esteem Multi-Academy Trust and provides a safe, nurturing, and tailored educational environment. We pride ourselves on providing a unique, individualised approach to education.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Dec 2022
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Requires Improvement — Dec 2022
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Requires Improvement — Dec 2022
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Requires Improvement — Dec 2022
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Requires Improvement — Dec 2022

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Exceptional Support for Our Son: We've been blown away by the individualised approach at Peak School. The teachers are passionate and dedicated, and the facilities are amazing - our son loves going to the hydrotherapy pool. The school's values of being unique and individualised really shine through in the way they support each child. *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — Mixed Experience So Far: We're still getting used to the school's approach, and it's been a bit of a challenge for our child to adjust. However, the teachers are trying their best, and we appreciate the extra support they offer. We're not sure about the staff-to-pupil ratios yet, but we're hopeful for the future. *(Jan 2022)*
- **5/5** — Peak School Helped Our Daughter Thrive: After struggling in mainstream school, our daughter found her place at Peak School. The staff were incredibly supportive and helped her build confidence and skills. We were sad to leave, but the school prepared her well for her next chapter. The sensory room and horse riding sessions were particular highlights for her. *(Mar 2021)*

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