Welcome to Pitcheroak School
Welcome to Pitcheroak SchoolI’m Jay Hart, Executive Headteacher of these two exceptional special schools, where we place the personal development of every pupil at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to prepare young people for their next steps in life—whether in education, employment, or independent living—by nurturing their confidence, resilience, and sense of self.We are proud to offer safe, ambitious, and therapeutic environments that take into account the diverse needs of all our pupils. By understanding and supporting these needs, we create the conditions for meaningful learning and personal growth. Our schools are inclusive communities where every child is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.At Kingfisher and Pitcheroak, we believe that education should inspire, challenge, and support. We work in close partnership with families and professionals to ensure that every pupil receives the care and guidance they need to succeed—not just academically, but as well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive contribution to society in whatever way they can.Thank you for visiting our website. I invite you to explore further and discover what makes our schools such special places to learn and grow.Jay Hart, Executive Headteacher
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Secondary, Sixth Form
Suitable Ages
4 to 19
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
156 Total
No. of Boys
116 (74.4%)
No. of Girls
40 (25.6%)
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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We're currently gearing up to offer you a full list of our courses. Stay tuned — amazing learning opportunities are on their way very soon. Thank you for your interest and enthusiasm!
Events
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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 2025/2026 academic year.
Autumn
1 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Oct 24
Spring
1 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Feb 13
Summer
1 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 13 - Jul 20
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas
Dec 19 - Jan 4
Spring Half Term
Feb 13 - Feb 22
Easter
Mar 27 - Apr 12
May Half Term
May 22 - Jun 1
Alumni Stories
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We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.
Enrichment Activities
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