Wilds Lodge School is an independent, therapeutic 38 week specialist boarding and day provision for boys and girls (girls are accepted as day students only) primarily with social, emotional and mental health needs aged between 5 and 19.

Wilds Lodge. Wilds Lodge School, Stamford Road, Empingham, Rutland, LE15 8QQ. Phone: 01780 767254 Email: [email protected]

Wilds Lodge School is an independent 38 week specialist boarding and day provision for boys and girls (girls are accepted as day students only) with social, emotional and mental health needs aged between 5 and 19.

The Lodge. The Lodge opened in April 2007. The original farmhouse was extended during the 1980s. This new building resulted in a luxurious country residence constructed in the attractive local limestone. We have converted this to provide ample living accommodation for our Key Stage 2 & 3 pupils with a ‘homely’ feel.

Wilds Lodge School was reviewed by the Autism Accreditation in 2016. The following quotes are from their report.

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Through Wilds Wood lessons we provide an individualised outdoor learning programme. In which students experiences an introduction to a range of Bushcraft, Survival skills and more, The programme supports students improving their social skills, independence and self-esteem. Encouraging students to access their learning across the school curriculum.

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The Bungalow is our residential provision for Wilds Lodge’s youngest children, aged between 7 and 10 years of age. It has three permanent care staff. “ They value the care given by staff.

Therapy in the School. The therapy team are a part of the school community, and work alongside the staff on therapeutic practice with the children including pupil focus groups and staff training on topics such as, trauma, bereavement and self harm.