Lincoln House School
Burnley, Lancashire · BB12 0QZ
Lincoln House School is a specialist therapeutic education provider within the Educ8 group, serving boys with complex learning difficulties and special educational needs across the North West. The school employs a multidisciplinary team approach, combining therapeutic interventions with personalized, bespoke learning programmes designed around individual pupil requirements. With just 5 pupils on roll, the school offers intensive, highly tailored educational support focused on re-engagement, life skills development, and positive relationships rather than traditional curriculum delivery.
- →Specialist therapeutic approach with multidisciplinary team support for pupils with complex SEN
- →Extremely small cohort (5 pupils) enabling intensive one-to-one and small-group intervention
- →Personalized, bespoke learning pathways designed around individual pupil needs rather than standardized curriculum
Who thrives here
Boys with significant learning difficulties, emotional or behavioural challenges, or complex special educational needs who require therapeutic support alongside education. Pupils benefit from highly individualized attention, structured routines, and a compassionate, non-judgemental environment.
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Contact & visit
25-27 Clifton Street
Burnley, Lancashire
BB12 0QZ
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Frequently asked questions
How do you get into Lincoln House School?
Lincoln House School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Lincoln House School a boarding school?
Lincoln House School is a day school in Burnley and does not offer boarding.
What is Lincoln House School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Lincoln House School “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Dedicated, compassionate specialist staff committed to each child's wellbeing and progress
✓Highly personalized, therapeutic approach allowing vulnerable pupils to re-engage with learning
✓Small class sizes enabling intensive support and strong staff-pupil relationships
Common concerns
!Limited transparency on academic outcomes and progression pathways given non-standardized assessment model
!Very small cohort (5 pupils) may limit peer social interaction and diversity of peer relationships
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, so external quality assurance limited