# Ellesmere College — Leicester, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Students:** 439
- **Principal:** Mrs Steph Beale

## Contact

- **Address:** 40 Braunstone Lane East Leicester Leicestershire
- **Phone:** 0116 289 4242
- **Website:** https://www.ellesmerecollege.org.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/leicester/ellesmere-college-10512

## About

Ellesmere College is a large special school on the outskirts of Leicester City with places for students with a range of special educational needs. We pride ourselves in personalising learning through our differentiated curriculum pathways. We prioritise preparation for adulthood at all stages of development, promoting independence and aspiration.

## Official rankings

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

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Wonderful support for our child: We've been impressed with the support and care Ellesmere College has provided our child with. The staff are always available to answer our questions and the Project Search program has been a fantastic opportunity for our child to gain real-life skills. We feel our child is being well-prepared for adulthood and we're grateful for the college's commitment to their needs. *(Jun 2023)*
- **5/5** — Excellent facilities and staff: From the moment our child started at Ellesmere College, we've been impressed with the facilities and the staff's dedication to each student's needs. The daily Dose of Nature initiative has been great for our child's well-being, and we appreciate the effort the college puts into creating a supportive environment. *(Nov 2022)*
- **5/5** — Ellesmere College truly cares about each child: As a parent of a Post-16 student, I can honestly say that Ellesmere College has been a game-changer for our child. The college genuinely cares about each student's needs and provides the support and resources necessary for them to thrive. We feel grateful to be part of the Ellesmere community. *(Aug 2022)*
- **4/5** — Mixed experiences: We have mixed feelings about our experience at Ellesmere College. Some staff members were incredibly supportive, but we found others to be less helpful. The Project Search program was a highlight for our child, but we wish there were more opportunities for extracurricular activities. Overall, we're grateful for the college's efforts, but we think there's room for improvement. *(May 2022)*

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