Part of the Wellspring Trust, Springwell Learning Community is a partnership providing special and
alternative education for the community of Barnsley.

Springwell Special Academy provides cross-phase education for children with emotional, social and mental health difficulties.

Springwell Alternative Academy works in partnership with local primary and secondary schools to provide alternative education pathways.

The governors and leadership team of the Springwell Learning Community strive to provide outstanding learning opportunities for all pupils.

Based on an ethos of ‘unconditional positive regard’ staff provide authentic care and know the pupils really well. Pupils are supported in their learning with a focus on personalised pathways, appropriate curriculum and deserved outcomes.