Agricultural and Rural Centre

About Agricultural and Rural Centre

The Agricultural and Rural Centre CIC offers a nurturing and therapeutic approach to pastoral care that encourages pupils to develop social attitudes and behaviours founded upon the values of respect, personal growth and independent confidence.

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Key Facts

Founded 2009

Students 30

Head/Principal Ceri Smith

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

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

0.1

Teachers (FTE)

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

Reviews 3

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Samantha D

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"A life-changing experience for my son"

The Agricultural and Rural Centre has been a game-changer for my son. The trauma-informed approach and nurturing environment have helped him thrive in a way he never could in mainstream schools. He's made amazing progress and is so happy and confident now. I couldn't be more grateful!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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John T

Parent Mar 20, 2022

4.0

"A supportive and inclusive environment"

My child has only been at the Agricultural and Rural Centre for a short time, but already we've seen a huge difference in their confidence and wellbeing. The staff are all so friendly and supportive, and the facilities are amazing. We're so grateful to have found a place that truly understands the needs of our child.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Sep 10, 2021

4.0

"Mixed feelings about our experience"

We had a bit of a mixed experience with the Agricultural and Rural Centre. The staff were all very kind and enthusiastic, but we found that the curriculum was a bit too focused on 'farm-based' skills for our child's needs. That being said, they did make significant progress in some areas and we're grateful for that. Maybe more flexibility in the curriculum would be helpful?

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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