Draycott Moor College, ST11 (ages 10-17) - Organisations

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Draycott Moor College is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in Staffordshire, the college meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 10-18 with Special Educational Needs (SEN) including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Needs.

Contact name Admin
Contact telephone 01782 399 849
Contact email draycott.office@horizoncare.co.uk
Venue name Draycott Moor College
Venue address Draycott Old Road
Draycott in the Moors
Staffordshire
ST11 9AH
Date Monday - Friday
Time of day 9am - 3pm
Website https://www.horizoncare.co.uk/schools/welcome-to-draycott-moor-college/
School's extended local offer response

We provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every pupil receives individualised support, enabling them to thrive both academically and personally.  All our pupils have an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) and come to us after finding that mainstream education could not fully meet their needs.

At Draycott Moor College, our primary aim is to re-engage young people in their learning journey, fostering their confidence and equipping them with the skills needed to achieve the best possible life chances.  We offer comprehensive resources and meaningful opportunities for development across academic, social, and emotional domains.

Our dedicated and highly trained staff team is committed to preparing every pupil for a successful future, providing consistent guidance and encouragement every step of the way.  At the heart of Draycott Moor College’s ethos is a trauma-informed approach, embedded into all aspects of school life. This is complemented by our integrated therapeutic provision, which ensures that the emotional and mental well-being of every pupil is prioritised.

Our staff work closely with a range of specialists, including:  Psychotherapists  Speech and Language Therapists  Occupational Therapists  Educational Psychologists  Safer Schools Officers  Social Workers  A wider network of external professionals  These experts are fully integrated into the daily life of the school, offering holistic support tailored to the individual needs of each young person. 

Our curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of our pupils while aligning with the National Curriculum. It is individualised to suit each young person’s strengths, interests, and developmental stage. In addition to academic pathways, we prioritise vocational skills and life skills development, ensuring our pupils are equipped for future success, whether transitioning to further education, training, or employment. 

At Draycott Moor College, we are proud to foster an environment where pupils feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. By addressing each young person’s academic, emotional, and therapeutic needs holistically, we ensure they leave our school with the confidence and skills needed to embrace their next steps in life.  We welcome visits to our school and would be delighted to share more about the exceptional provision we offer to our pupils. 

School SEND Offer:

  • SEMH / ASD specialist school staff 
  • SHINE trained school staff 
  • Positive Behaviour Support Level 3 trained school staff  
  • Trauma Informed and nurture focus  Holistic / therapeutic approach to curriculum offer 
  • Life Skills / preparation for next steps individualised approach 
  • Psychotherapist Art Specialist support on site 
  • Occupational Therapist Specialist support on site   Speech and Language Specialist 
  • At Draycott Moor College we provide a holistic offer of the 7C’s and the PACE model as well as therapeutic interventions at a universal, targeted and specialist level. 

School Extended Local Offer:

  • Specialist Careers Adviser individualised support 
  • Work Experience Opportunities 
  • College Taster Sessions 
  • Individualised transition to higher education and graduated bespoke support 
  • Residential trip national / international opportunities 
  • Life skills individualised support