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Trust Information
Opal Education is a Local Authority maintained school
Authority
Cheshire East
Vessel TypeOther independent special school
Age Range11–17
Governance
Cheshire East — Local Authority Maintained
Opal Education is a other independent special school maintained by Cheshire East. It is not part of a Multi-Academy Trust. The school is governed by a local governing body and receives its funding through the local authority formula.
Local Waters
Cheshire East
Vessel Type
Other independent special school
Age Range
11–17
Religious Character
None
What This Means
💰 Funding
Funded through the local funding formula, with additional grants for Pupil Premium and SEN support.
📋 Admissions
Admissions are managed by the Local Authority. The school follows the council's coordinated admissions process.
🏛️ Governance
Governed by a local governing body including parent governors, staff governors, and LA-appointed governors.