The Linden Centre
Pupil referral unit school in Telford (Telford and Wrekin).
Location
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At The Linden Centre, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We know that children learn and thrive best when they feel safe, understood, and connected. That's why we focus on creating an environment where every young person can build positive relationships, grow in confidence, and discover their strengths.
Our aim is simple: to give every child the chance to succeed – academically, socially, and emotionally. We work closely with schools, families, and the local authority to provide early support, reduce exclusions, and create positive pathways for the future. We believe that success is not just about exam results.
It's about helping children develop resilience, healthy relationships, and the skills they need to move confidently into the next stage of life. Together, we nurture, develop and empower every young person who joins our Linden family. Through partnership, reflection and restorative approaches, we strive to ensure no child is left behind.
Every child deserves to feel valued, to belong, and to believe in their potential – and at The Linden Centre, that's what drives us every day. Thank you for visiting our website and for sharing in our vision.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Awards
1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Duke of EdinburghPersonal development
Key facts
- URN
- 123349
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Ages
- 5 to 16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Local authority
- Telford and Wrekin
- Constituency
- Telford
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (7 current, 1 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Kirsty Parkes | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Andrew Cooke | Governor | Nominated by LA and appointed by GB | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Nicholas Murphy | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Sarah Sell | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Louise Bartholomew | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mr Jordan Paskin | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2024 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Darren Lennon | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2020 |
| Mrs Michelle Salter Former | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 1 November 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record