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The Watkin Centre
Manchester, United Kingdom
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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 โข 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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Lee G
Parent
Oct 20, 2022
5.0
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
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Emily P
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
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Sarah K
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
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