✅ Students aged 11-18 with an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) naming Changing Lives Independent School.
✅ Students whose needs align with our specialist curriculum, including animal care, horticulture, and real-world work experience.
✅ Placements are only available through Local Authority (LA) referrals—we cannot accept privately funded placements.

📌 Step 1: Speak to your Local Authority (LA) about naming Changing Lives Independent School in your child’s EHCP.
📌 Step 2: The LA will consult with the school, and we will assess whether we can meet the student’s needs.
📌 Step 3: If the placement is suitable, the LA makes the final decision and formally names us in the EHCP.
📌 Step 4: The admissions process is completed, and the student can start their journey with us.

Important: While parents are welcome to visit the school, we can only proceed with admissions through an LA referral. If you believe our school would be a good fit for your child, please contact your local authority and request our school to be named in the EHCP.

📞 For more information, contact:

• Trafford City Council Admissions: 0161 912 5007

• If you reside outside Trafford, please contact your local authority admissions team.

If the Local Authority does not agree to name Changing Lives Independent School in an EHCP, parents have the right to appeal through the First-tier Tribunal (SEN & Disability).

As a school, we will adhere to the LA’s final decision while ensuring we remain transparent and supportive throughout the process.

We understand that transitioning to a new school is a significant decision. At Changing Lives, we maintain:
🔹 Open and regular communication with parents, carers, and advocates.
🔹 Respect for confidentiality regarding all placement discussions.
🔹 Close collaboration with Local Authorities to keep all parties informed.

For any further inquiries, please contact your local authority or speak to Trafford Admissions at 0161 912 5007.