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Schools and Services

Discover Specialist UK Schools and Services

For more than 20 years, we’ve been helping students find the specialist education that’s right for them. Today, as the UK’s largest specialist education provider, our 94 schools across the country combine deep expertise with personalised education designed around every student.

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We Believe Every Student Deserves to be Known Before they are Taught

At Outcomes First Schools, we believe every student deserves to be known before they are taught. Every student is unique, so we take time to understand their strengths, needs, communication style and aspirations, creating personalised pathways that bring together specialist teaching, therapeutic approaches and clinical expertise. Rather than expecting students to fit a system, we shape education around the individual, helping every student feel understood, valued and ready to thrive.

We measure success through meaningful progress. Alongside academic achievement, we nurture confidence, communication, independence and wellbeing, preparing students for fulfilling lives beyond school. Guided by evidence-informed practice, purposeful innovation and the highest standards of care, we create safe, nurturing environments where every student can realise their unique potential.

Our schools

Our Specialist Schools division is made up of two brands, Acorn Education and Options Autism.

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Acorn Education

At Acorn Education, we are committed to providing an outstanding, tailored education for students whose experiences of trauma or adversity may have made such a future feel out of reach.

We work with neurodivergent students who have multiple, complex, and co-occurring needs – including diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, or dyslexia. Our bespoke curriculum is designed to meet each student’s unique needs, fostering communication, social, and life skills alongside academic achievement.

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Options Autism

As a leading provider for autistic students, Options Autism is committed to delivering outstanding, personalised education. Our research-informed approach is tailored to each individual and supported by expert teams dedicated to understanding every student unique ability, needs, and goals.

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Our Services

Alongside our schools, we offer specialist services designed to help every student stay connected to education, whatever their circumstances.

Momenta Connect

At Momenta Connect, we help students overcome barriers and fully engage with education. Our services include support for school attendance and safeguarding, as well as diagnostic and therapeutic interventions – all aimed at rebuilding and maintaining a student’s connection to learning.

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Tute Education

At Tute Education, we provide DfE-accredited live online education that keeps learning moving. Trusted by local authorities, schools and alternative provision settings, we help every student stay connected to education, whatever their circumstances

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“Being part of our pupils’ journey and seeing them recognise what they can achieve makes the work we do meaningful every day.”
— Amy Guest, Assistant Headteacher (SENCO), Willow Park School
“Joseph has been part of Belmont for over two years now, and the school has transformed not only Joseph’s life but ours as a family. He is thriving in the environment that Belmont has created for him.”
— Parent from Belmont School
“Seeing pupils grasp difficult concepts, grow in confidence, and mature as individuals throughout the year is deeply rewarding. These moments truly highlight their hard work and dedication.”
— Lauren Mulvaney, Assistant Headteacher for T& L and Curriculum, Willow Park School
“Our family life has changed dramatically since my child started here. Parkside House School gave him a place to open up and grow into the wonderful young man he has become.”
— Parent from Parkside House School
“My son has never been happy to go to school, but he absolutely loves going to Overton. I cannot say how very thankful I am that he was accepted to this school.”
— Parent from Overton School
“We would like to thank the staff at Hazel Cottage for the amazing work you do. The progress our daughter is making is amazing. She absolutely loves going to school and eagerly awaits the transport each morning.”
— Parent from Hazel Cottage School
“I just wanted to say what a phenomenal difference Brinksway is making in not only my son but our family as a whole. He’s achieving things we never thought were going to be possible.”
— Parent from Brinksway School

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