Wilds Lodge School
Co-educational Day & Boarding Preparatory, Senior & Sixth Form
Stamford Road, Empingham, Rutland, LE15 8QQ
Headteacher
Mr Toby Oakley
Age Range
5 – 19 years
Total Pupils
115
Special Needs
ADHD, ASD, AUT, SEBD
Wilds Lodge School, is a specialist, therapeutic weekly boarding and day school for learners with unique learning profiles aged 5–19 years old. We welcome boys and girls (girls are accepted as day learners only) primarily with social, emotional and mental health difficulties.
Set across two sites, Wilds Lodge (Nurture – Year 9) and Crossroads (Year 10 – Post-16), we are located in the heart of the Rutland countryside. Situated just outside Stamford, the school is set within extensive, beautiful grounds with an additional boarding accommodation for our Post-16 learners in Stamford town.
Our mission is to nurture every individual's strengths, build lasting connections, and prepare learners with the confidence to step into their future and make valuable contributions to society.
At the heart of what we do are six core values that shape our approach and guide us in helping our learners navigate their unique journeys. These values are the foundation of how we operate, make decisions, and interact with our learners, families, and wider community.
We understand that the road to success is rarely straightforward. It can be full of twists and turns, and unexpected challenges often arise. That's why we combine proactive, learner-centred planning with the flexibility to adapt dynamically to individual needs. Our approach ensures that every learner is met where they are, with pathways tailored to their strengths and aspirations to help them achieve their full potential.
One parent said, "All the care staff at Wilds have shown care, compassion and knowledge of my son's needs since day one and I will forever be grateful to the school for saving not only my child, but us as a whole family unit." Outstanding Residential Ofsted, October 2024
Wilds Lodge School is part of Newcome Education. A subsidiary of Cavendish Education. www.newcomeeducation.com