Specialist SEMH education for learners aged 5–18 in east Leeds.

Pivot Leeds is a specialist independent school providing therapeutic, nurture-based education for young people with autism, EBSA, complex social interaction needs and emotional challenges. Our four buildings in east Leeds, Venture, Links 3, Links 4 and Elevate, each offer a calm, purposeful environment where learners can feel safe and begin to grow.

Pivot Leeds has been awarded ‘Significant Strength in Leadership and Management’, the highest grading under ISI inspection. Our LINKS provision provides a dedicated, bespoke building for learners with anxiety and school avoidance.

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Who We Support

Young people with complex SEMH and associated learning needs.

We support learners aged 5–18 with a range of needs including autism spectrum conditions, social, emotional and mental health difficulties, EBSA, trauma-related barriers to learning and associated learning needs. Most learners are referred by local authorities following an annual review, and all hold an EHCP.

Our Approach

What makes Leeds different

Calm. Safe. Connected.

Every classroom at Pivot Leeds has the same feeling. Staff know each learner by name, by history and by what they need on any given day. We build trust before timetables, and our outcomes show it works.

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