“Pupils are at the heart of every decision that is taken at this school.” Ofsted

“All pupils go on to destinations that are well tailored to their needs and interests.” Ofsted

“Leaders have built a culture where pupils come first.” Ofsted

We believe all children thrive when they are understood, celebrated as individuals and given the opportunity to achieve their goals, their way.

smiling blonde woman with sunglasses on her head

I’m a Parent / Carer

young boy wearing a hoodie, smiling in the woods

I’m a Student

three women sat on a gray sofa talking, one woman is making notes

I’m a Referrer

Our Locations

Our Independent School is based on our sensory-rich Sherwood Forest campus near Mansfield. Our Alternative Provision site is located in neighbouring Blidworth, with learners also benefiting from our Mansfield facilities. 

Read More
two young boys stood in the woods, smiling with their thumbs up

Our Core Values

We centre our programmes around our core values of Charitable, Open-minded, Resilient and Environmental. 

Read More

Forest School

In the perfect Sherwood Forest setting, our nationally accredited  Forest School is a fantastic facility for our own students to learn skills and develop confidence in the great outdoors. Our qualified instructors also offer sessions to schools and groups.  

Read More
brown haired girl with blue cropped top, black coat and green gloves is cutting a piece of wood

What’s new at Pollyteach

Forest School Activities

Our learners enjoy the outdoor den building adventures at Forest School.

Continue reading...
Pollyteach Remembers

Staff and students visited a local Cenotaph on 11th November.

Continue reading...
Staff and students hosted a ‘BIG Macmillan Coffee Morning’

In September, both staff and students took part in hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning.

Continue reading...
Pollyteach Students attend Ashfield Careers Fair 

Preparing for Adulthood: Careers Fair experience for Key Stage 4 students.

Continue reading...
Meet Dottie: Our Wellbeing Pup

Dottie, our student support and well-being pup.

Continue reading...
Spectacularly Spooky Competition

The students at Pollyteach get opportunities throughout the year to celebrate the seasons.

Continue reading...
Discover more news
white quotation marks on a transparent background

The staff at Mansfield have been invaluable in supporting our two vulnerable students. The care and guidance they provide throughout the school day are essential to the students’ well-being and progress.

white quotation marks on a transparent background

Since going to The Elms our boy has been a lot calmer and enjoys his learning more as it’s done in much smaller groups and it’s not overwhelming for him.

white quotation marks on a transparent background

Pollyteach have gone above and beyond over the past couple of years to give my son a happy and healthy schooling experience, since starting my son has been incredibly happy and supported and the staff have done everything to ensure his success.

Ofsted 'good provider' icon

Pollyteach

The Elms / Redwood / The Hollies

Portland College

Nottingham Road

Mansfield

NG18 4TJ

The Meadows
Unit 6a and 7
Hazel Court
Blidworth
NG21 0RY

Important Info