Silver Linings School

About Silver Linings School

Silver Linings School is a nurturing and forward-thinking community where every child is valued, understood, and supported to reach their full potential. We specialise in providing a unique educational journey for children with complex needs due to encountering adverse childhood experiences utilising a Therapeutic approach based on the principles of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) and PACE.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Julia Whitesides

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

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

0.6

Teachers (FTE)

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

Reviews 4

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Sara T

Parent Jan 10, 2023

3.0

"Mixed Feelings"

We're excited about our child starting at Silver Linings School in the future, but we're a bit worried about the waitlist for the secondary school. The school's ethos and values are great, but we hope they can get more resources to support all the children

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily W

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Amazing School for Our Child"

We've been so impressed with Silver Linings School, the staff are all so caring and supportive. They've helped our child feel safe and happy in the classroom. The small group sizes really make a difference, and we love the project-based approach.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Linda W

Parent Mar 25, 2022

4.0

"Excellent Support for Our Child"

We've been really pleased with the support our child has received at Silver Linings School. The staff are all so understanding and helpful, and the school's focus on wellbeing and safety has made a big difference. Our child feels happy and confident now

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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David G

Parent Sep 20, 2021

5.0

"Therapeutic Approach Works"

Our child attended Silver Linings School a few years ago, and we were blown away by the therapeutic approach they used. The staff were all trained in PACE and DDP, and it really made a positive impact on our child's behavior. We highly recommend the school

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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