Welcome to Dovetree School
- ADHD, ASD, SEMH
- 8-18 yrs
- Day
- Boys & Girls
- Good Provider
About Dovetree School
Dovetree School is an independent specialist day school providing high quality education for boys and girls. Based in Hinckley, Leicestershire, the school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside a range of other associated conditions.
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We have created a learning environment that embodies our vision and values. At the heart of everything we do is our belief that every child deserves the opportunity to dream, believe, and achieve.
What sets us apart is the strong, nurturing relationships we build with our pupils, which is grounded in empathy and understanding. The "Dovetree family" is a sentiment that is deeply ingrained in our school culture where the family-like atmosphere extends beyond the classroom, as we work closely with parents and professionals to provide a consistent, nurturing environment for all of our children and young people
Our holistic approach ensures that each pupil receives the personalised support they require to reach their full potential. We are aspirational about their success and encourage them to embrace their unique talents, push the boundaries of what is possible, and accept no limitations on their achievements.
At Dovetree, we understand that every child and young person has strengths, challenges, and learning needs, which is why we have developed a broad and flexible curriculum that allows our pupils to pursue both academic and vocational paths, enabling them to thrive.
We invite you to explore our school with your child.
Head Teacher, Ian Tweed
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Aims and ethos
We are committed to providing our pupils with a caring, positive and welcoming learning environment for them to achieve their full potential in their education and develop their social communication skills.
The broad curriculum allows pupils to pursue both academic and vocational paths, allowing individuals to strive in their areas of strength.
We are dedicated to providing
- The highest quality outcomes socially, emotionally and academically through a wide range of personalised opportunities.
- Positive, safe and nurturing environments where pupils are valued as individuals and can develop their confidence, self-esteem, independence, self-discipline and respect.
- Strong links between home, school and the wider community in order to support pupils’ learning and enable them to develop skills that will benefit them both during and after their time at Dovetree School.
Our school at a glance
Small class sizes of no more than 8 pupils with high staff ratios and additional pastoral and academic support.
An inspiring learning environment featuring a drama studio, media suite, music room, fully equipped gym, common room, DT room with laser printers, art room with a pottery kiln, large food technology room, therapy rooms, and a well-stocked library.
Integrated Team Around the Child (ITAC) meetings where all staff involved with the child discuss progress and plan new strategies, establishing an integrated approach between education and therapy.
In-school Clinical Team which liaises with external agencies to provide highly effective and individual therapeutic interventions.
Awards and accreditations
Our children's homes
When required, we are able to provide a complete 52 week wrap around care through our Witherslack Group partner children’s homes.
What makes our school unique?
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We are proud to be part of Witherslack Group
We are proud to be part of Witherslack Group, The UK’s leading education provider for children and young people with special educational needs, as evidenced by sector leading Ofsted judgements and our unmatched placement stability, school attendance and outcomes for young people.
Witherslack Group provide specialist education and care for children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (autistic spectrum conditions; speech, language and communication needs), ADHD and complex learning needs.
Make an enquiry
Whether you are interested in your child attending our school or just want to know more information about our offer, contact our team.
Contact us
Hinckley
Leicestershire
LE10 0TB