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STAFFORDSHIRE SPECIALIST DAY SCHOOL • INAUGURAL 2027 COHORT

COMING SOON

INDEPENDENT SPECIAL DAY SCHOOL • OPENING JANUARY 2027 (SPRING TERM)

Section 41 Approved • DfE Reg: 938/6024 • Inaugural Placements

A Landmark Sanctuary for Neurodivergent Potential

We are preparing to open Staffordshire’s premier specialist therapeutic day school for learners aged 7–18 with ASC, SEMH, and SLCN in Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent. Blending high-ratio British curriculum pathways with embedded clinical Speech, Language & Occupational Therapies across a dedicated therapeutic campus.

Countdown to Official Inaugural Opening • January 2027 (Spring Term)
Target: 5 January 2027
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Campus Refurbishment & Therapeutic Readiness 82% Complete
1:1 / 1:2 Staff-to-Pupil Ratio
Staffordshire Burton-on-Trent Campus
On-Site Paediatric SaLT & OT
Sec 41 EHCP Placement Ready
Admissions & LA Consultation Hub

Register for Student Placement & Early Interest

Whether you represent a Local Authority SEND commissioning team, a parent exploring EHCP placements, or an education professional, register below to receive our 2026/27 Admissions Prospectus and exclusive early open day invitations for our January 2027 inaugural opening.

Burton-on-Trent Campus

Designed for Regulation, Discovery & Growth

Explore preview renderings and photography of our Burton-on-Trent therapeutic grounds, low-arousal learning zones, and clinical therapy suites.

Meadowbrook Sensory Integration Pod
Clinical Sensory Integration Suite
Therapeutic Architecture

Sensory De-escalation & Regulation Hubs

Our bespoke campus integrates sensory de-escalation pods, low-frequency circadian lighting, and sound-dampened acoustic wall treatments designed collaboratively with paediatric Occupational Therapists.

Clinical Environment Highlights
  • Acoustically isolated de-escalation suites with soft proprioceptive mats
  • Dedicated Speech & Language therapy observation pods
  • 5-Acre therapeutic woodland & accredited Forest School grounds
Inaugural Staff Cohort • SOW Finalized Roles

Join Our Founding Multidisciplinary Team

Ahead of our January 2027 opening in Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Meadowbrook School is recruiting our founding cohort of educators, clinical therapists, and specialist keyworkers. We offer market-leading compensation, funded SEND qualifications, clinical supervision, and a compassionate, trauma-informed environment.

1:1 & 1:2 Ratios

Exceptional classroom staffing with 2 HLTAs per small cohort

Funded Training

Full Team Teach, NASENCO & Paediatric SEND certifications

Clinical Supervision

Weekly scheduled SaLT, OT & psychological peer support

Pension & Benefits

Teachers' Pension / LGPS, healthcare cashback & wellbeing days

Staff Expression of Interest

Register Your Interest for Meadowbrook Staff Roles

Select your role of interest below or register a general inquiry. Our Senior Leadership Directorate will review your details and send you an inaugural application pack ahead of January 2027.

Statutory Safer Recruitment & Safeguarding Commitment

Meadowbrook School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are strictly subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks under Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and DfE Schedule 1 Part 4, including an Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List check, Section 128 management vetting (for leadership), overseas police clearances, right-to-work authentication, and professional references.

Direct Admissions & Local Authority Liaison

Need Immediate Consultation Guidance?

Our admissions directorate is active and responding to statutory Local Authority EHCP consultations, parent inquiries, and career expressions within 48 hours.