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Parents Information

Find out more about safeguarding at our alternative provision and how we support students with additional needs.

We are committed to working in partnership with parents, carers, schools and local authorities to ensure every pupil has a positive, safe and successful experience at Swallow Grange.

Below is some useful information about day-to-day life at Swallow Grange. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Uniform

Swallow Grange is currently operating as an Alternative Provision. During this period, pupils may wear their own comfortable, practical clothing suitable for learning, outdoor activities and the weather.

Following registration as an Independent Special School, pupils will be expected to wear the Swallow Grange school uniform in line with our Uniform Policy. We recognise that many of our pupils have sensory needs and will make reasonable adjustments where appropriate to support individual needs.

Please refer to our Uniform Policy for further information.

School Day

Our school day runs from:

9:30am – 2:30pm

Swallow Grange operates during term time only.

As an Alternative Provision, pupils currently attend for a maximum of 15 hours per week, in line with commissioning arrangements and North East Lincolnshire Council guidance. Individual attendance patterns are agreed as part of each pupil's placement plan.

Meals

All pupils attending Swallow Grange are entitled to a free school meal.

Pupils may also bring a healthy packed lunch from home if they prefer. Fresh drinking water is available throughout the day, and we encourage healthy eating habits to support pupils' wellbeing and learning.

Behaviour

At Swallow Grange we promote positive behaviour through nurturing relationships, clear expectations and an understanding of each pupil's individual needs.

Our approach is trauma-informed and focuses on supporting pupils to develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive relationships. We work closely with families, schools and other professionals to ensure behaviour support is consistent and personalised.

Please refer to our Behaviour Policy for more information.

Complaints

We are committed to providing the highest standards of education, care and support. If you have a concern, we encourage you to speak to us as soon as possible so that we can work together to resolve any issues promptly and fairly.

Our full Complaints Procedure explains how concerns and complaints will be managed.

Email: [email protected]

Please refer to our Complaints Procedure for full details.

Transport

Swallow Grange does not provide transport for pupils.

Transport arrangements are the responsibility of the commissioning Local Authority and should be discussed directly with your child's Local Authority caseworker or SEND team.

Term Dates

Academic Year 2025/2026

Term Dates

Term Start Date End Date
Term 1 4 September 2025 23 October 2025
Term 2 3 November 2025 19 December 2025
Term 3 6 January 2026 13 February 2026
Term 4 23 February 2026 2 April 2026
Term 5 21 April 2026 22 May 2026
Term 6 1 June 2026 22 July 2026

Staff Training Days

Date Notes
2 September 2025
3 September 2025
5 January 2026
23 July 2026
24 July 2026

Academic Year 2026/2027

Term Dates

Term Start Date End Date
Term 1 7 September 2026 20 October 2026
Term 2 2 November 2026 18 December 2026
Term 3 5 January 2027 12 February 2027
Term 4 22 February 2027 25 March 2027
Term 5 14 April 2027 28 May 2027
Term 6 7 June 2027 21 July 2027

Staff Training Days

Date Notes
3 September 2026
4 September 2026
12 April 2027
13 April 2027
22 July 2027

Working in Partnership

We believe that strong relationships between home and school are essential to helping every pupil thrive. We value open communication and work closely with parents, carers, schools and local authorities to ensure each child receives the support they need to achieve their full potential.

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We proudly support The Harley Jae Trust to help all children have a better future.

Footsteps to Futures are a proud partner of The Harley Jae Trust Children’s Charity; supporting children with life limiting conditions and their families both in the hospital and in the community.

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