The Bridge Academy is an alternative provision academy in Lichfield, Staffordshire, for children and young people aged 5 to 16.
- Ages 5–16
- 51 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 5 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 51
- Headteacher
- Mr Elliot Payne (Headteacher)
- Part of
- The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership
- Opened
- 1 August 2023
- Free school meals
- 72.5% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Staffordshire
- School reference (URN)
- 149651
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 Staffordshire 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, June 2019
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in June 2019. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Contact and getting there
Wissage Road, Lichfield, WS13 6SW
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about The Bridge Academy
How do I get a place at The Bridge Academy?
Places at The Bridge Academy are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Staffordshire council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does The Bridge Academy take?
Aged 5 to 16, boys and girls.
What is The Bridge Academy’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in June 2019 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 The Bridge Academy?
Wissage Road, Lichfield, WS13 6SW, in Staffordshire.
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