# Birch Wood (Melton Area Special School) — Melton Mowbray, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Philip Leaney

## Contact

- **Address:** Birch Wood Vale & Ashton House, Grange Drive, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire LE13 1HA
- **Phone:** 01664 483340
- **Website:** https://www.birchwoodschool.co.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/melton-mowbray/birch-wood-melton-area-special-school-24624

## About

We provide a wonderful learning environment and SEND expert staff who are highly committed to our pupils. An education at Birch Wood positively changes children’s lives allowing them to achieve their ‘personal best’. Our ENABLES culture embodies our high aspirations and unwavering passion and determination to provide outstanding outcomes for every pupil.

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — An amazing school that exceeds expectations!: Birch Wood School has been a game-changer for our family! Their 'ENABLES' culture and values really shine through in the way the staff support and nurture the children. My child was initially nervous but now thrives in this inclusive and loving environment. The facilities are top-notch and the programs are engaging and fun. *(Feb 2024)*
- **5/5** — A warm and welcoming school community: Since our child started at Birch Wood School, we've noticed a significant improvement in their social skills and confidence. The staff are warm, welcoming and always willing to listen. The facilities are modern and well-equipped, and the programs are creative and engaging. We feel grateful to be part of this community. *(Jan 2024)*
- **4/5** — Good but could do better with communication: We've been pleased with the education our child has received at Birch Wood School, but there have been times when we feel communication could be better. The staff are generally responsive, but sometimes it takes a while to get answers to our queries. The facilities are great, and the programs are engaging, but we feel there could be more opportunities for parental involvement. *(Sep 2023)*
- **5/5** — Excellent education and care for children with SEND: We sent our child to Birch Wood School for 3 amazing years and we couldn't be happier with the education and care they received. The teachers and support staff were always attentive, patient and knowledgeable. The school's commitment to inclusion and accessibility is truly admirable. We've seen our child grow in confidence and achieve great things. *(Jun 2023)*

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