Solihull Alternative Provision Academy is an alternative provision free school in Solihull for children and young people aged 4 to 16. It supports SEMH.
- Ages 4–16
- 79 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision free school
- Ages
- 4 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 79 (places for 195)
- Headteacher
- Mrs Kat Dockery
- Part of
- Solihull Alternative Provision Multi Academy Trust
- Opened
- 16 April 2018
- Free school meals
- 65.8% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Solihull
- School reference (URN)
- 143918
Needs it supports
1 need: SEMH
As listed by the Department for Education, grouped the way EHC plans describe needs.
Social, emotional and mental health
- Social, emotional and mental health Other schools for this in Solihull (2)
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Solihull council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Good, September 2022
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in September 2022.
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Personal developmentGood
- Leadership and managementGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Contact and getting there
Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4LE
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Other SEND schools nearby
- Alderbrook School Mainstream + base · Ages 11–18 · Ofsted: Good 0.6 miles
- Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull Mainstream + base · Ages 11–18 0.6 miles
- The Island Project School Independent · Ages 5–19 · Ofsted: Good 1.2 miles
By need in Solihull: Autism (4) · SEMH (3) · Severe learning (3) · Moderate learning (2)
Questions about Solihull Alternative Provision Academy
How do I get a place at Solihull Alternative Provision Academy?
Places at Solihull Alternative Provision Academy are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Solihull council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What needs does Solihull Alternative Provision Academy support?
Social, emotional and mental health. Every child is different, so ask the school how it would meet your child’s needs.
What ages does Solihull Alternative Provision Academy take?
Aged 4 to 16, boys and girls.
What is Solihull Alternative Provision Academy’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in September 2022 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is Solihull Alternative Provision Academy?
Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4LE, in Solihull.
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