referral/consultations

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Places at PHOENIXPLACE are available by consultation with home and surrounding boroughs, Academies, Schools, AEPs, PRUs and Local Authority departments responsible for placing learners. 

We cater for girls who;

• have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) or it is in the process of being finalised.
• are having difficulties with continuing within a conventional mainstream setting due to behaviour or learning difficulties
• are designated as a ‘vulnerable child’ e.g. non-attender, looked after
• are between the ages of 11-16

Considerations

• The needs of the student will be considered alongside the needs of the whole school population, the skills of the staff and the ability of the school to meet the students’ needs.
• Admission will depend upon the number of places available and the type of place required. A balanced intake is necessary to maintain continuity and progression and to continue to provide high quality education.
• Students can be admitted at any key stage providing there is space in the appropriate class and that the balance of the group can be maintained.
• Entry can be at any point of the year.
• Referrals are made either for full time, part time and are for a minimum of one term's placement. 
• Dual placements also considered.

MAKING A REFERRAL:

If you would like to refer a student, please download our referral form below, complete in full and send back to consultations@phoenixplace.co.uk

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Our next steps are as follows:

1. A member of our consultations administration team will reach out to schedule a Placement Interview.
2. This interview will last approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. During this meeting, we will have the opportunity to meet with the student, their parents or carers, and any supporting professionals. This will allow us to better understand the student’s needs and determine whether Phoenix Place can provide the required emotional and academic support.
3. If we are able to meet the student’s needs, we will formally communicate our offer to the Referring Authority via a letter.
4. The Local Authority will then assess the offer of placement during a panel meeting and decide whether to approve it.
5. Once a decision has been reached, the Local Authority will notify both Phoenix Place and the family of the outcome.

Thank you