Greenacre School

Greenacre School is one of the UK's largest special schools, located on Keresforth Hill Road in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. It educates over 300 children and young people aged 3 to 19 with severe and complex learning disabilities. The school operates a model of social inclusion with satellite classes based within local mainstream settings to support integration. It focuses on nurturing pupils to become successful learners, empowering them to be confident decision-makers, and preparing them for life beyond school. The curriculum is tailored to ensure pupils learn the right things at the right time, supported by a committed staff team and strong family involvement. The school emphasizes values such as environment, inclusion, commitment, connections, and wellbeing.