Spark Vale Academy

• What they offer / teach

  Spark Vale Academy is an independent special school offering a specialist provision that combines joined-up teaching with therapeutic support to help pupils re-engage with learning. Provision includes community-based learning in real settings, support for communication, sensory needs and regulation, personalised learning, and preparation for adulthood through independence and functional life skills. They focus on outcomes such as improved attendance and engagement, progress towards EHCP outcomes, and academic and qualification progress.

• Ages served

  The school serves pupils aged 11 to 19.

• Approach

  The approach is therapeutic and relationships led, with calm, predictable environments, clear routines and consistent adults who know pupils well, so pupils feel safe enough to learn. Learning is personalised to reduce barriers without reducing expectations, wellbeing is integrated with education, and learning takes place in the community so it transfers into everyday life. They work in partnership with families, local authorities and professionals, and take a child centred approach to safeguarding.

• Admissions

  All pupils placed with the school have an EHCP. Parents, carers and professionals considering a placement are invited to visit the Admissions page or get in touch to arrange a conversation.

• Cost

  Not stated on this website.

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