APTCOO - A Place to Call Our Own

About APTCOO - A Place to Call Our Own

A Place To Call Our Own (APTCOO) is a registered Charity and Independent Special School in Nottinghamshire, providing a wide range of information, advice and access to specialist services for children and young people with SEND and their families.

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Key Facts

Founded 35

Head/Principal Michaela Ledsham

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.3

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

0.9

Teachers (FTE)

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

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

3 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Hannah M

Parent Jan 10, 2023

3.0

"Mixed Feelings about APTCOO"

We have mixed feelings about our experience at APTCOO. On the one hand, the staff are all very friendly and our child has made some friends. On the other hand, we have had some issues with communication and have felt a bit lost at times. We are still hoping that everything will work out for our child.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Our Experience at APTCOO"

We have had a wonderful experience at APTCOO. The facilities are amazing, and the staff are so caring and supportive. Our child has thrived in the sensory environments and has made some great friends. We can't thank APTCOO enough for all they have done for us.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T

Parent Jun 15, 2021

4.0

"A Great Haven for Our Child"

APTCOO has been a lifesaver for our child. The crisis support and nurture unit have given us peace of mind, knowing that our child is safe and cared for. The facilities are great, and the staff are all so friendly and helpful.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Samantha B

Parent Feb 28, 2020

5.0

"A Fantastic School with a Heart of Gold"

We were blown away by the commitment and dedication of the staff at APTCOO when our child attended. The learning through fun approach really worked for our child, and we saw a real difference in their confidence and abilities. We will always be grateful to APTCOO for all they did for us.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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