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What is the overall rating of The Watkin Centre?

The Watkin Centre has an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 3 parent and student reviews on SchoolBrowse. These reviews cover various aspects including safety, teaching quality, communication, wellbeing, facilities, inclusion, and value for money.

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The Watkin Centre

Manchester, United Kingdom

4.4

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About The Watkin Centre

The Watkin offers learners aged 11-16 a broad and balanced offer of education including functional skills and GCSE options.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

1.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

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Reviews 3

Lee G Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 20, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic school that truly understands ASD"

Tame Bank has been an absolute godsend for our family. The staff are incredibly experienced and supportive, and the facilities are modern and well-equipped. My child loves the flexibility of the curriculum and the opportunities they're getting to develop life skills.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

Emily P Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2022

4.0

"First Steps Together has exceeded our expectations"

I was a bit worried about sending my child to a specialist school, but the teachers and facilities at The Watkin have been fantastic. The emphasis on emotional wellbeing and independence has really helped my child thrive. I've seen a huge difference in their confidence and academic progress.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent May 25, 2021

4.0

"Good experience, but some communication issues"

I was initially impressed with the ethos and values of First Steps Together, and my child did make some great friends. However, I did find the communication with teachers and the school to be a bit patchy at times. They seem to be working hard to improve things, so I'm hoping it'll get better.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5