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About

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

NameRoleHow appointedTerm
Mrs Kirsty ParkesChair of GovernorsAppointed by GB/boardsince 2025 · until 2029

Full governing body

NameRoleHow appointedTerm
Mr Andrew CookeGovernorNominated by LA and appointed by GBsince 2025 · until 2029
Mr Nicholas MurphyGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2025 · until 2029
Mrs Sarah SellGovernorElected by parentssince 2024 · until 2028
Mrs Louise BartholomewGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2024 · until 2028
Mr Jordan PaskinGovernorElected by school staffsince 2024 · until 2027 ends 2027
Mr Darren LennonGovernorEx-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principalsince 2020
Mrs Michelle Salter FormerGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2023 · term ended 2026

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