Welcome to Talbot Specialist School
Talbot Specialist School provides education for young people who have severe and complex learning difficulties. Our aim is that all our students make the best progress they possibly can, and for them to play a full and active part in the life of the school, and in their communities. Our staff team works creatively with our students to deliver imaginative and exciting learning opportunities. We offer an aspirational, personalised, and multi-sensory curriculum designed to ensure that students are successful and enjoy their learning. We also offer a range of appropriate qualifications including Asdan Units and Entry Level.Our mission statement:“In the Talbot learning community, young people are educated to become valued, resilient, and fulfilled members of their community and equipped to reach their potential.” We consider our most important partners to be the parents/carers of the young people in our school and we want to work closely together with our families.I know I speak for the whole staff team when I say we are immensely proud of the students at Talbot, both of their achievements and also their tenacity. Whether it is in creative and performing arts, outdoor learning, through sports, or working in the classroom they always give of their best and their enthusiasm shines through.Heather Partington Headteacher
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Community special school
Suitable Ages
11 to 19
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
234 Total
No. of Boys
159 (67.9%)
No. of Girls
75 (32.1%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
0.0%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
N/A
A*/A grades
N/A
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
100%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
0%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Courses
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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn
2 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Oct 24
Half Term 2
Nov 3 - Dec 19
Spring
2 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Feb 13
Half Term 2
Feb 23 - Mar 27
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 13 - May 22
Half Term 2
Jun 1 - Jul 20
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Break
Dec 22 - Jan 2
Spring Half Term
Feb 16 - Feb 20
Easter Break
Mar 30 - Apr 10
May Day
May 4 - May 4
Spring Bank Holiday
May 25 - May 29
Summer Break
Jul 21 - Aug 31
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