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Cheshire School - Specialist Primary Education

Cheshire School - Specialist Primary Education

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A nurturing pathway back to learning
Cheshire School is a specialist interim education setting
for primary-aged children with complex social, emotional, and
behavioural needs. Through a safe and engaging environment, our team of dedicated staff foster self-esteem, resilience, and respect. Our expertise in supporting various diagnoses and behaviours ensures students develop positive participation, self-regulation, and a renewed desire to learn. Together with families, we empower students to thrive as learners and become confident members of their community.
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Our difference
Personalised, small class environment

Our classes are capped at 10 students, with a 1:3 staff-to-student ratio.

This ensures every child receives individualised attention in a safe and supportive space, where they are truly seen, heard, and valued.
Personalised, small class environment
Unique learning strategies

Our approach blends trauma-informed practices with neuro-affirming strategies.

We help students build essential skills in:

- Emotional regulation
- Resilience
- Empathy
- Leadership

All with the goal of successful reintegration into mainstream schooling.
Unique learning strategies
What our parents say

"Our child has gone from long-term refusal, to being happily integrated into the classroom."

"They have great resources. I’d recommend them to anyone whose child has social and emotional problems."

"My son experienced School Can’t for six months before transferring to Cheshire. He felt so safe at the school that he asked to have his hours increased MUCH faster."

"In less than a term he went from complete school refusal to full time school."
What our parents say
Eligibility
Eligibility
Our enrolment process is designed to carefully assess each student’s needs to ensure the best fit for the child and our program. With clear eligibility criteria, we take a thorough and supportive approach, involving families every step of the way. From initial referrals to observation visits and trial sessions, we work collaboratively to create a pathway for successful integration. Our goal is to provide the right environment for each student to prosper and grow.

Children experiencing significant emotional or behavioural challenges that impact their school success may be eligible for our school. A full-scale IQ of 80+ and age-appropriate speech and language skills are required. Students may have Autism, ADHD, ODD, anxiety or depression however a diagnosis is not required to be eligible.
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Places available now: Find out how we can support your child
Places available now: Find out how we can support your child

Cheshire School has places available for 2026.

Contact us to discuss how we can support your child on their education and wellbeing journey.
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2026 School Calendar

For school terms, holidays and other key dates.

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We are committed to child safety and wellbeing.

bestchance is committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Our zero tolerance for child abuse and serious child safety incidents ensures all children, including those who are vulnerable, are safe, respected and valued. All necessary efforts are made at all times to ensure no serious injury or harm, or potential harm, occurs to any child in bestchance care.

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