Swanwick Hall School
Headteacher: Mrs Emma Howard
Address: Swanwick Hall School, Derby Road, Swanwick, Derbyshire, DE55 1AE
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Telephone: 01773 602106
Email: enquiries@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk
Reception opening hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8.15 to 16:30
Friday: 8.15am to 16:00
All visitors to the school must be signed in at reception and be issued with a visitor pass.
Click the button below to complete our simple contact form:
To report a student absence please call 01773 602106 and select option 1. To speak to our attendance team, you can email attendance@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk
If you have any safeguarding concerns you wish to report please email: Safeguarding@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk
You can also find more information on our Safeguarding website page, click here to access.
If you have any queries about matters relating to inclusion / SEND please email: send@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk
You can also find more information on our Inclusion website page.
Chair of Governors: Joanne Stanhope
The Governors can be contacted via the school’s Clerk to the Governors:
Telephone: 01773 602106
Email: enquiries@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk (FAO Governance Professional)
Our complaints procedure sets out how any concerns or complaints should be reported and how they will be managed.
Complaint forms should be submitted via email to enquiries@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk.
Swanwick Hall School is proud to be part of The Two Counties Trust(opens in new tab) who can be contacted at:
Address: The Two Counties Trust, Sutton Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8HP
Telephone: 01623 259 600
Email: info@ttct.co.uk
Website: www.ttct.co.uk
At The Two Counties Trust (TTCT), safeguarding continues to guide everything we do, and each term we deliver a Trust‑wide safeguarding campaign designed to support our 12,000 students.
This term’s focus is ‘Worried about Sexualised Behaviour?’. This theme encourages students to understand Harmful Sexualised Behaviour (HSB) and recognise when something that appears normal actually becomes unsafe. The campaign encourages students to reflect on situations they may encounter, such as unexpected flirty messages, being asked for images, or older individuals contacting them online, and to trust their instincts when something feels uncomfortable.
Many young people face social and online pressures that can make it difficult to judge what is appropriate. Our aim is to raise awareness of what harmful sexualised behaviour looks like, build students’ confidence in talking about their worries, and ensure they know how to respond safely. We also emphasise that making mistakes or feeling unsure is part of growing up, and that seeking help early is an act of responsibility, not something to be afraid of.
This term’s focus is particularly important as we aim to:
Increase Understanding: Help students learn what harmful sexualised behaviour looks like and how to notice early warning signs.
Promote Safe Boundaries: Support students in recognising pressure, secrecy, and manipulation in both online and offline interactions.
Encourage Help‑Seeking: Reinforce that students can reach out for support for themselves or a friend, and that seeking help is a positive and responsible step.
Strengthen Support Networks: Guide students in identifying trusted adults they can approach for advice or reassurance, knowing they will be heard without judgement.
Through assemblies, Tutor Time and PSHE lessons, students will explore these themes in more depth and learn practical ways to stay safe, respond to uncomfortable situations and communicate concerns clearly. They will also be reminded of additional support options such as Childline, CEOP, the NSPCC and ThinkUKnow, ensuring they know where to turn at any time.
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility, and by empowering students to talk openly with their Trusted Adult, we continue to strengthen the supportive, safe and respectful community that defines our Trust.
Swanwick Hall School Lettings
Our excellent school facilities are available to hire during evenings, weekends and school holidays. They are perfect for sports clubs, community groups, classes, events and more. With high-quality indoor and outdoor sports areas, alongside professional meeting and performance spaces, our campus provides a wide range of versatile facilities to suit many different activities.
To find out more about our available facilities, click the tiles below.
Lettings Contact Information
Email: info@edu-lettings.org
Tel: 0333 102 0303
At Swanwick Hall School, safeguarding is at the heart of our school. That’s why we have developed our safeguarding campaign to ensure our students feel safe and supported at school. Every term we focus on a specific safeguarding theme tailored to the needs of our students.
This term’s focus is ‘Being Harassed Online – Tell a Trusted Adult.’ This theme encourages students to engage with important discussions about online risks, understanding online hate and abuse and knowing what they can do to protect themselves and others.
Speaking up about online harassment means recognising harmful behaviour, seeking support and helping to create a safer digital environment for everyone. It’s about knowing when to ask for help, taking action and supporting others. This could mean reporting harmful content, setting stronger privacy boundaries or reaching out to a trusted adult for guidance and support.
This term’s focus is particularly relevant as students navigate:
• Understanding online risks and digital safety: Encouraging awareness of the dangers that exist online including cyberbullying and unwanted contact.
• Recognising online hate and abuse: Identifying different forms of online harassment such as trolling, hate speech and threats and understanding the impact these have on people.
• Knowing when to seek help: Encouraging students to speak to a trusted adult if they or someone they know is experiencing online harassment.
• Building resilience online: – Developing strategies to manage online negativity, reduce stress caused by online interactions and maintain mental wellbeing.
• Challenging harmful online behaviour: Empowering students to stand up against online bullying, misinformation and discrimination while promoting a culture of respect.
• Seeking support and helping others: Equipping students with knowledge about available networks including online safety organisations and their trusted adults.
Throughout the term assemblies, Tutor Time and Personal Social Health and Economic (PSHE) lessons will explore these topics in depth. Students will be equipped with practical strategies to stay safe online, manage their digital interactions and feel confident seeking help when needed.
Safeguarding is a collective effort and by encouraging students to tell a trusted adult about online harassment we are building a stronger, safer School community.
How much money will my child need for lunch?
The standard meal deal price and the free school meal allowance is £2.90. More information about the food options are available here.
How do I top up the money on my child’s account?
Food and drink at Swanwick Hall is purchased using ParentPay. You will receive a letter in September to link up to ParentPay. Cash payments are no longer accepted by our catering partners.
What should we expect on the first day of school and what time should my child arrive?
Our school day starts at 8.50am with students’ first lesson of the day and students must therefore be through the gate by 8.45am. They enter through the pedestrian gate off The Green. Students must never enter the site through the double gates which access the car park. On the first day, our new Year 7s will make their way to the area outside the sports hall ready to greet their tutor at 8.50am (they will know where to go as we will practise this during their transition days and staff will be on hand to guide them) where their tutor will register them. They will then be taken into the dining room for an assembly with a member of the Leadership Team and the Year 7 Team.
During their first day (and first couple of days) with us, Year 7 will:
- Receive their timetable and be talked through where to go and when (this can be a scary thing for students coming from junior/primary but they are well supported!)
- Have their finger print taken so they can use the dining room
- Have their photo taken so we know what they look like
- Be given their login details for the important apps we use in school
- Be settled in to their lessons and meet their subject teachers!
We will take a great deal of care of them!
What uniform and equipment will my child need?
Students must be in full school uniform and have all the required equipment on their first day. The only thing they won’t need is their PE kit (this will be needed for their first PE lesson on their timetable). All of our equipment and uniform requirements can be found on our school website via the following link: https://www.swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk/culture/ready-to-learn/
How can I help my child prepare for the transition to secondary school?
We understand that this can be a worrying time for Year 6 students and their families, however, we work really hard to support you in the process. We have a team of experienced staff who support students from Miss Owen, the Assistant Headteacher for Pastoral, who has now led transition for a number of years to Miss Barnsley, the Head of Year 7, who is employed as a static Head of Year for Year 7 meaning she has a great deal of knowledge of and experience with Year 6 transition. Our current Year 7 have settled in to #TeamSwanwick incredibly well!
A few practical things that families can do to help:
- Ensure your child attends the transition days on Thursday 9th and Friday 10th July 2026
- Ensure you attend our transition coffee evening on Thursday 9th July 2026
- Try to attend events put on by Swanwick Hall School such as the Summer Fayre
- Check the letter section of our website as a parent/carer letter is posted on there every week: https://www.swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk/?s=letter
- Show your child the route to get to school and walk them through it so they are confident on where to go and how long it will take to walk or show them where the bus will pick them up
- Ensure you look out for messages or literature regarding transition – you will receive more of these in the Spring term as we build up to the transition days
Here are a few websites that our families might find useful for Year 6 Transition:
What support is available if my child struggles to adjust to secondary school?
Our transition process is designed to support students in adjusting to and settling in to secondary school. However, where there are concerns, families can liaise with either the Form Tutor, Miss Barnsley who is the Head of Year, the Pastoral Support Officers, the SEND team, the Safeguarding team or the Attendance team. We work with students and families to triangulate our support, all three of us (families, students and school) working together to find a solution. We will always be happy to meet and communicate with families where needed.
Where you do need to make contact with school, please use one of the options on this link and we will direct the correct person to contact you: https://www.swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk/?s=contact
Who should I contact if I’m concerned about my child’s academic progress or wellbeing?
As above, there are a number of staff who are here to support. Please use one of the options on this link and we will direct the correct person to contact you: https://www.swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk/?s=contact
What are the school’s expectations for homework in Year 7?
We set our homework on an app called Class Charts. You and your child will receive a login for this on the first couple of days in September. Please click on this link to find out more information about homework: https://www.swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk/curriculum/homework/
What is the process for signing up for school meals?
Our dining room runs a cashless service and we use a system called ParentPay. Your child will have their fingerprint scanned on their first day and will be issued with login details to enable you to create and credit their account. If your child is eligible for Free School Meals, this information will be transferred over from their primary school so we will already have this on record. The FSM allocation is currently £2.90; your child will be able to use the dining room at lunchtime and this amount will be credited to their account each day. If your child wishes to purchase food at breaktime then you will need to ensure that their account does have credit.
Who do I talk to if my child has additional needs?
The transition team will work closely with the junior and primary schools to ensure that we have all of the information we need about each child. Included in this will be any SEND concerns or provision. For any student with SEND or suspected SEND, our SEND team will work with the student and the families during the transition process and into Year 7. There is some further information in the SEND section on our website: https://www.swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk/?s=send#1728467611793-9b1e4e1d-bda4
Alternatively, you can contact us by clicking on this link and choosing one of the options: https://www.swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk/?s=contact
When will my child find out which form group or house they are in?
During the transition days, your child will spend all day with their form groups in order to build strong relationships prior to starting with us in September. Our families will receive a letter before the Transition days to inform them of their child’s form and house.
To ensure that we have as much information as possible before your child starts with us in September, we ask that you complete our admission form
Transition Admission Form – Fill in form
If you do not have the facility to complete this online, please download a hard copy to complete. This can either be posted back to us or emailed on enquiries@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk.
Aspens, our catering company, also request details of any dietary requirements or food allergens. If your child has either, please complete and submit the online form below.
What we enjoy about secondary school?
What was I worried about before starting secondary school?
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition Family Video 1
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition Family Video 2
Please see below our second Year 6 Transition Family video. This video provides more information on how we support SEND students.
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 3
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 4
What a gorgeous day we had yesterday! So gorgeous that it has inspired us to create a virtual tour of the school! This video will go through where certain classrooms are, where key areas are like the toilets, where students should go on the Transition Days and when they start with us and more! Enjoy!
Year 6 Transition – Family Video 4
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 5
Here is Video 5 of our Year 6 Transition Family Videos. Enjoy!
Year 6 Transition – Family Video 5
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 6
Here is our Year 6 Transition Family Video number 6 which gives you more information about our uniform and equipment expectations.
Year 6 Transition – Family Video 6
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 7
Here is our seventh Family Video for you to enjoy which runs through what a Year 7’s day is like at Swanwick Hall School.
Year 6 Transition – Family Video 7
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 8
Here is our next video which gives you more information on who our new Year 7s can speak to if they need any support when they join #TeamSwanwick
Year 6 Transition – Family Video 8
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 9
Here is our next video which shares a little bit of information around safeguarding at #TeamSwanwick. Enjoy!
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 10
Here is our next Transition family video which focuses on homework at secondary school – something we know Year 6 students can feel quite anxious about!
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 11
Here is our next Transition video which focuses on our culture of appreciation. Enjoy!
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 12
Here is our next Year 6 Transition Family Video on the topic of attendance at Swanwick Hall School. Enjoy!
Year 6 Transition – Family Video 12
#TeamSwanwick Year 6 Transition – Family Video 13
We recently sent you a video about uniform and equipment expectations. Today’s video is to inform you of a slight amendment to our PE kit requirements
We are again running a visit for Year 7 students to PGL at Caythorpe Court in Caythorpe, Grantham from Monday 20th July until Wednesday 22nd July 2026
If you require further information regarding this visit, please contact lucy.owen@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk
Options at Swanwick Hall School
Your child will soon be starting the exciting process of selecting options for key stage 4. Here are some key dates to be aware of:
Wednesday 4th February – Year 9 will have an options assembly explaining the process.
Monday 2nd March – Students will bring home the options handbook and letter explaining what decisions they need to make and information about each subject. This will also contain information about who to contact should you have any queries.
Friday 6th March – Options form goes live. This will be sent to their school email.
Friday 13th March – deadline for option choices.
We also encourage students to speak to their teachers with any questions once they have read the handbook.
Please find below taster information for all of our KS4 options subjects. These provide a bit more information about what the courses will cover and what lessons will be like. Students should watch these to help them make their choices; they can also speak to the subject teachers.
Becoming a Governor
Our Local Governing Body consists of a number of parents, staff and co-opted governors who are elected and appointed volunteers.
Local Governing Bodies play a key role in our school by delivering support, challenge, scrutiny, and improvement, acting as a critical friend.
Our Local Governing Bodies are made up of representative members of the school community. Chosen for a mix of skills, experience, qualifications and competence, they play an important role as set out in the scheme of delegation Governance structure and Scheme of Delegation.
Expectations
Knowledge of the education system is not essential as training will be given; however, you must have a passion to ensure the best possible education and outcomes for our students, be able to work as a team, and have the time to commit to being a Governor.
The Local Governing Body has four meetings each year which are normally held in the early evening together with two half-day challenge days which are also held in-school.
Being a governor provides an opportunity to develop your skills and experience, give something back to the community, and support young people to achieve their goals.
What does a Governor do:
A governor contributes to the work of the Local Governing Body by ensuring high standards of achievement for all children and young people in the school.
As part of a team, a Governor is expected to:
Contribute to the strategic discussions at local Governing Body meetings which determine:
- The vision and ethos of the school.
- That all students have access to a broad and balanced curriculum.
- The monitoring of the school’s budget to ensure VFM, including the use of pupil premium funding.
- Approval of school specific policies.
Hold the senior leaders to account by monitoring the school’s performance; this includes:
- Reviewing and critically appraising the school’s self-evaluation and ensuring this is used to inform priorities in the School Improvement Plan.
- Asking challenging questions.
- Ensuring the school deploys school specific policies and procedures and the school is operating in accordance with those policies.
- Acting as a Link Governor on a specific areas, for example Health and Safety, making relevant enquiries to the relevant staff, and reporting to the Local Governing Body on progress.
- Listening to and reporting to the school’s stakeholders e.g. students, families, and the wider community.
What does a Governor not do:
- Write school policies or documents.
- Undertake audits, even if the Governor has the relevant professional experience.
- Spend considerable time working with the pupils of the school – if you want to work directly with children, there may be other valuable voluntary roles within the school you may wish to pursue.
- The Local Governing Body should consider income streams and the potential for income generation, but not carry out fundraising tasks.
- Undertake classroom observations to make judgments on the quality of teaching. The Local Governing Body monitors the quality of teaching in the school by receiving data from senior staff and external sources.
If you would like an informal conversation to find out more about our school and becoming a governor please e-mail enquiries@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk and our Governance Professional will contact you.
Accessibility statement for Swanwick Hall School
This accessibility statement applies to Swanwick Hall School at www.swanwick.ttct.co.uk
This website is run by Swanwick Hall School. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, that means you should be able to:
- change colours, contrast levels, fonts and change links to be underlined
- zoom in up to 300% without the text spilling off the screen
- navigate most of the website using just a keyboard
- navigate most of the website using speech recognition software
- listen to most of the website using a screen reader (including the most recent versions of JAWS, NVDA and VoiceOver)
We’ve also made the website text as simple as possible to understand.
AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.
How accessible this website is
We know some parts of this website are not fully accessible:
- you cannot modify the line height or spacing of text
- most older PDF documents are not fully accessible to screen reader software
- live video streams do not have captions
- there’s a limit to how far you can magnify the map on our ‘contact us’ page
Feedback and contact information
If you need information on this website in a different format like accessible PDF, large print, easy read, audio recording or braille:
- email enquiries@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk
- call 01773 602106
We’ll consider your request and get back to you in 7 days.
If you cannot view the map on our ‘contact us’ page, call or email us for directions.
Reporting accessibility problems with this website
We’re always looking to improve the accessibility of this website. If you find any problems not listed on this page or think we’re not meeting accessibility requirements, contact: enquiries@swanwickhall.ttct.co.uk
Enforcement procedure
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (the ‘accessibility regulations’). If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).
Contacting us by phone or visiting us in person
We provide a text relay service for people who are D/deaf, hearing impaired or have a speech impediment.
Our offices have audio induction loops, or if you contact us before your visit we can arrange a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter.
Find out how to contact us.
Technical information about this website’s accessibility
Swanwick Hall School is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.
Compliance status
Swanwick Hall School is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.
This website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.1 AA standard, due to the non-compliances listed below.
Non-accessible content
The content listed below is non-accessible for the following reasons.
Non-compliance with the accessibility regulations
PDFs and other documents
Some of our PDFs and Word documents are essential to providing our services. For example, we have PDFs with information on how users can access our services, and forms published as Word documents.
The accessibility regulations do not require us to fix PDFs or other documents if they’re not essential to providing our services.
Any essential PDFs or Word documents we publish will meet accessibility standards.
Preparation of this accessibility statement
This statement was prepared on 15.07.2021. It was last reviewed on 20.03.23.
This website was last tested on 20.03.2023. The test was carried out by The Two Counties Trust.
We listed the essential information pages and our top 15 most view pages as our approach to deciding on a sample of pages to test.