Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Specialist SEND Support Since 1956
Birtenshaw Hall School is a registered charity and social enterprise dedicated to transforming lives for children and young adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Established in 1956 as Birtenshaw School in Bolton, we have expanded to provide a comprehensive range of education, care, and complementary services across the UK. Our mission focuses on ensuring equal learning and social opportunities through tailored facilities and creative curricula. We operate special schools in Bolton and Merseyside, a specialist college, children's homes, supported tenancies, and community-based programmes. All profits are reinvested to enhance services or develop new ones, reflecting our commitment to long-term sustainability. With over six decades of experience, our team delivers award-winning support for individuals with physical disabilities, complex health needs, learning disabilities, and autism spectrum conditions.We prioritise independence and quality of life through innovative approaches like our Means, Reasons & Opportunities communication model. Our fleet of accessible vehicles and dedicated gym and activities team enable holistic development in educational, residential, and community settings. Recognised for excellence, we collaborate with corporate partners and rely on donations to maintain and expand our life-changing work. As a values-driven organisation, we uphold transparency, inclusivity, and continuous improvement in all aspects of our service delivery.
Services
Special Education
Specialist College
Children's Care
Adult Care
Complementary Services
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We have over 65 years of specialist experience in SEND education and care
- Our services are tailored to meet individual physical, health, and learning needs
- We reinvest all profits to continuously improve our facilities and programmes
- We operate award-winning schools, colleges, and community-based services nationwide
- Our communication model supports effective interaction for all ability levels
Services
Special Education
Our special schools in Bolton and Merseyside provide tailored education for children aged 3-19 with physical disabilities and complex needs. We implement creative curricula and specialist facilities to ensure equal learning opportunities. The Means, Reasons & Opportunities communication model supports effective interaction for all ability levels.
Specialist College
Birtenshaw College in Bolton offers specialist further education for young adults aged 16-25 with physical disabilities and learning difficulties. Established in 2014, it addresses the lack of accessible mainstream college options through personalised support and inclusive learning environments.
Children's Care
We provide residential care services for children with physical disabilities and complex health needs. Our children's homes create supportive living environments that promote independence while addressing individual medical and developmental requirements through dedicated care programmes.
Adult Care
Adult Supported Tenancies and Enrichment Services support young adults from age 18 with physical disabilities and learning disabilities. Our programmes focus on developing independent living skills while maintaining community integration and personal development opportunities.
Complementary Services
Transport services with wheelchair-accessible vehicles and specialist gym activities programmes enhance our core offerings. These services ensure accessibility to all facilities and promote physical development through tailored sports and recreational activities.
Questions
What age groups do your services cover?
We support children and young adults aged 3 to 25 years with special educational needs and disabilities.
Do you provide residential care options?
Yes, we operate children's homes and adult supported tenancies across our service areas.
How are your educational programmes structured?
Our schools and college offer tailored curricula with specialist facilities for physical disabilities and complex needs.
Can you support individuals with autism spectrum conditions?
Yes, our services specifically cater for autism spectrum conditions alongside physical and learning disabilities.
How can businesses support your charity?
Corporate patrons can contribute through donations, in-kind support, or marketing partnerships to help sustain our work.
Do you offer community-based activities?
Our enrichment service includes gym and activities programmes delivered in schools, homes, and local communities.
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