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Swallow Grange

A specialist alternative provision for pupils with SEND/SEMH in Market Rasen, Lincolnshire

“Swallow Grange is a unique and supportive learning environment for pupils struggling in mainstream education”

Head of Provision - Aimee Steedman

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Nurturing Potential, Building Futures

Welcome to Swallow Grange

At Swallow Grange Alternative Provision, we specialise in supporting children aged 4–11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

We provide a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children can rebuild confidence, develop emotional resilience, and engage positively with learning. Every aspect of our provision is designed to meet each child’s individual educational, therapeutic, and wellbeing needs.

Our Vision & Values

Individual Growth – helping each child develop at their own pace.

Therapeutic Care – addressing the root causes of barriers to learning.

Quality Education – delivered by qualified, experienced staff.

Partnership – working alongside families, professionals, and local authorities.

Future Readiness – equipping children with the tools to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

 

Who We Support

Swallow Grange is a provision for children who:

  • Are aged 4–11 years.
  • Have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) identifying SEMH needs.
  • Require specialist therapeutic and educational support beyond mainstream or other local provision.

Our Approach

We combine high-quality teaching with a strong therapeutic framework to create a holistic provision tailored to each child’s needs.

 

1. Therapeutic Support

  • Multi-disciplinary therapeutic team, including play therapists, speech and language therapists, occupational therapy, and counselling.
  • Trauma-informed practice embedded across the school.
  • Bespoke therapeutic plans aligned with EHCP outcomes.

 

2. Education

  • Small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios.
  • Qualified teachers experienced in SEMH and SEND.
  • A broad and balanced curriculum, adapted to meet individual needs.
  • Focus on literacy, numeracy, communication, and life skills.

 

3. Environment

  • Calm, structured classrooms designed for safety and learning.
  • Sensory and quiet spaces for emotional regulation.
  • Outdoor learning through our Forest School, encouraging creativity, teamwork, and resilience.

 

Our Staff

  • Qualified Teachers with SEMH and SEND expertise
  • Therapeutic Practitioners offering targeted interventions.
  • Learning Mentors & Support Staff trained in behaviour regulation, de-escalation, and restorative practice.
  • Safeguarding & Inclusion Leads ensuring the wellbeing and protection of every child.

 

Fees & Funding

All placements at Swallow Grange are commissioned and fully funded by the referring Local Authority.

  • Parents and carers do not pay fees.
  • Funding covers: education, therapeutic provision, specialist staff, resources, and outdoor learning.
  • The only additional cost is transport, which remains the responsibility of the Local Authority or family.

 

Why Choose Swallow Grange?

✔ Specialist provision for SEND/SEMH learners aged 4–11

✔ Integrated therapeutic and educational support

✔ Safe, structured, and nurturing environment

✔ Fully funded by Local Authorities (excluding transport)

✔ Experienced, qualified staff committed to each child’s future


At Swallow Grange, we believe every child deserves the chance to flourish. With the right support, every child can write their own success story.

Term dates for Swallow Grange

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

Ofsted Report

We are currently awaiting Ofsted registration for Swallow Grange.

Referrals

To refer a young person to Swallow Grange, please download and complete our referral form.

Download Referral Form

Important Information

Proprietor

Jayne Chudley - [email protected]

The Proprietor has overall responsibility for the leadership, management and strategic direction of Swallow Grange

Leadership Structure

  • Joe Rafter - CEO
  • Jayne Chudley - Managing Director
  • Aimee Steedman - Head of Provision
  • Kay Herd - SENDCo (DDSL)
  • Brian Kirkly - Operations Director
  • James Tait - Lead Teacher (DSL)

Head of Provision

Aimee Steedman

Named contact

Kay Herd - [email protected]

Address

Swallow Grange
Caistor Road
Swallow
Market Rasen
Lincolnshire
LN7 6DL

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Contact details

Footsteps Info Email [email protected]

Footsteps Telephone 01472 514651

We are committed to ensuring our information is accessible to everyone. If you would prefer a paper copy of any information about Swallow Grange, we will provide this free of charge upon request. Please contact us to request copies.

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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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Swallow Grange is part of Footsteps To Futures Education Limited.

Address

Swallow Grange
Caistor Road
Swallow
Market Rasen
Lincolnshire
LN7 6DL

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Contact details

Footsteps Info Email [email protected]

Footsteps Telephone 01472 514651

Registered Office

Unit 5
Riverbank Business Park
Whatton-in-the-vale
Nottingham
NG13 9FX

Company Number: 15901752