Denby Grange School Information

Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural (SMSC) Policy

We recognise that many pupils arrive with unmet basic needs and a history of instability. Our schools provide stability, care, and a sense of belonging, enabling pupils to develop self-confidence, resilience, and a positive sense of identity within a supportive community

Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) Policy

This policy is written in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice (2014, updated 2015 and 2020), the Children and Families Act 2014, and relevant statutory guidance, ensuring compliance with the OFSTED inspection framework.

Risk Assessment Policy

This policy sets out the framework for identifying, assessing, managing, and reviewing risks within our School to ensure the wellbeing of all stakeholders.

Online Safety Policy

Our online safety policy recognises the unique vulnerabilities of our pupils, many of whom have experienced exclusion or trauma, and prioritises safeguarding them from online risks while enabling positive and educational use of technology.

Code of Conduct Policy

Careers Education Information Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) Policy

Our Careers and Guidance Policy supports our commitment to preparing every pupil for their future beyond school, acknowledging the diverse and complex pathways our pupils may follow.

Behaviour Policy

Our pupils often come with complex needs, including emotional, behavioural, and social challenges, many having experienced exclusion from mainstream education. This policy outlines our trauma-informed, relationship-centred approach to supporting positive behaviour across our independent special schools.

Anti-Bullying Policy

Keys Group recognises the serious impact bullying can have on pupils, particularly those with complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties, or those who have experienced exclusion from mainstream education.

Alternative Provision (AP) Policy

Our alternative provision is designed to meet the diverse and complex needs of pupils, including those with the most complex SEND and SEMH needs, through tailored, developmentally appropriate curricula and personalised learning approaches.

Admissions Policy

The Admissions Policy at Keys Schools ensures a fair, transparent and supportive process that places each pupil’s needs, strengths and circumstances at the heart of every decision.

Accessibility Policy

We are dedicated to challenging attitudes towards disability and accessibility and fostering a culture of awareness, tolerance, and inclusion.

Complaints Policy

Denby Grange School is committed to providing a clear and fair process for addressing complaints to ensure concerns are resolved promptly and respectfully.

First Aid and Administering Medication Policy

Keys Group is committed to providing timely, compassionate, and effective first aid that recognises the complex medical and emotional needs of our pupils, many of whom have SEMH difficulties, ASD, or PMLD.

Safeguarding Fundamentals

The Safeguarding Fundamentals Quality Mark is a pioneering standard dedicated to transforming the safety and well-being of children across all organisations.

Curriculum Policy

This policy outlines the principles, structure, and expectations for delivering a broad, balanced, and ambitious curriculum across our independent special schools.

Suspension and Exclusions Policy

Denby Grange School provides specialist education for pupils whose needs sometimes manifest in challenging behaviour. Exclusion is a serious sanction, used only when essential to protect the education or welfare of the pupil or others

School Term Dates

View our published school term dates for the academic year. 

RSHE Policy

High-quality RSHE plays a vital role in creating safe and supportive school communities, empowering students to grow, learn, and develop positive, healthy behaviours that support their well-being and success throughout life.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

Our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy demonstrates Keys Group's commitment to promoting equality, embracing diversity, and creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues, students and job applicants.

School Safeguarding Policy

This Safeguarding Policy has been developed in strict accordance with the statutory guidance outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025, which all schools and colleges in England must follow when safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children under 18.