Phoenix Independent School
Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire · ST1 4AF
Phoenix Independent School is a small, day-only sixth-form provider in Stoke-on-Trent established in 2010, operating as part of Phoenix Learning Communities, a not-for-profit organisation. With just 23 pupils, it offers a highly personalised approach to education, explicitly designed to support young people who may have faced barriers to academic success in mainstream settings. The school emphasises enriched learning environments and staff commitment to helping students realise their potential through a growth-minded community ethos.
- →Highly personalised education suited to students who have struggled in larger settings
- →Small class sizes enabling intensive pastoral and academic support
- →Explicit focus on overcoming barriers and rebuilding confidence in learning
Who thrives here
Students who have experienced difficulty in mainstream sixth forms or who require a smaller, more supportive learning community; those seeking individual attention and tailored academic pathways at age 16+.
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Contact & visit
Unit E, Metro Business Park, Clough Street
Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire
ST1 4AF
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Phoenix Independent School?
Day fees at Phoenix Independent School are approximately £13,500 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Phoenix Independent School?
Phoenix Independent School admits pupils at 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Phoenix Independent School's exam results?
At Phoenix Independent School, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Phoenix Independent School a boarding school?
Phoenix Independent School is a day school in Stoke on Trent and does not offer boarding.
What is Phoenix Independent School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Phoenix Independent School “Requires improvement” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Staff commitment and willingness to go above and beyond for students
✓Renewal of enthusiasm and confidence in learning
✓Small class sizes enabling individualised attention
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; no independent quality assurance currently available
!Very small cohort (23 pupils) may limit peer diversity and social breadth
!Limited detail on curriculum breadth, facilities, and co-curricular provision on public materials