New hospital school hub opens in Atkins Building

A new base has been established in Hinckley because of increasing referral numbers in the area.

A school which helps young people return to their mainstream school has opened in Hinckley.

The Children’s Hospital School has launched The Phoenix Learning Centre at the Atkins Building in Hinckley town centre.

The centre offers 12-week placements for young people aged 11-16 who have been unable to attend school for health reasons, mostly anxiety and other mental health conditions.

Stephen Deadman, Executive Headteacher at The Children’s Hospital School, said: “We are delighted to open a new learning centre within the Atkins Building to support those from the local area who are unable to attend their school due to physical and / or mental health issues.

“The Children's Hospital School has supported young people from across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland for many years and having a centre locally means that students are able to remain within their community which we know increases a successful transition back into school.

“We are grateful for the welcome we have received and look forward to seeing the Phoenix Learning Centre grow over the coming years.”

A new base has been established in Hinckley because of increasing referral numbers in the area.

Children referred in Hinckley and Bosworth will no longer have to travel to Leicester for their education.

Cllr Mark Bools, Deputy Leader of Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, said: “The Children’s Hospital School provides excellent education and is recognised for their high levels of understanding towards pupils’ social, emotional and mental health needs and I am delighted to welcome them to Hinckley.

“The Phoenix Learning Centre will be of great benefit to children across Hinckley and Bosworth as they work towards getting back into their regular school.”