Cumberland School is registered with the DCSF for up to 48 day pupils, organised into classes of no more than 8 students in each class, with the teacher and two teaching assistants. The students come from many Local Authorities including: Lancashire (all Districts), Bury, Bolton, Blackburn, Blackpool, Sefton, Salford and Manchester.

At Cumberland we recognise all our pupils are individuals and have different needs relating to their social, emotional and behavioural development.  

Admissions Procedure

We have a formal admissions procedure, usually initiated by the local authority.  Informal visits are welcomed by all interested parties.  Please contact the school directly if you would like to arrange a visit.
The local authority will send the child’s statement to the school and the school's admissions panel will identify if our provision meets the child’s needs.
Children who the admissions panel feel meet the admissions criteria will be offered an interview at school.  The Local Authority, parents/guardians and the child will be invited to attend this interview.  The interview, held at the school, will include a tour of school and some informal assessments. 
If the pupil is accepted, a letter will then be sent to the Local Authority offering a place with a possible start date and fees. 
If we are unable to meet a child’s needs we will support the local authority by recommending a provision which is more suitable.
Please contact the school for further information. Tel: 01772 284435 or email: office@cumberlandschool.co.uk

Range of Needs

''This school helps you get back on track' is a typical comment from on student.'' Ofsted

At Cumberland we have a range of abilities from low to gifted and talented.  Our Ofsted report reflects the achievements our students make. As we take into account the whole pupil we are enabling them to achieve success.

The associated learning difficulties may include young people with

• Autistic Spectrum Disorders
• Asperger’s Syndrome
• Specific Learning Difficulties
• Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder
• Dyslexia
• Dyspraxia
• Social Relationship Difficulties