Rugeley School – Priory Education Services
Special needs catered for
Specialist education for young people aged 4-19 who are on the autistic spectrum and who exhibit moderate to severe learning difficulties. Emphasis is placed on physical education which allows pupils to develop both the mental and physical composure needed to access the whole school curriculum.
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Specialist facilities
Pupils are encouraged to learn through an active approach to learning with the focus on developing physical fitness, body co-ordination and emotional stability. The educational curriculum is divided into three main areas: physical education, expressive arts and academics. Classrooms are spacious and modern with specialist facilities for music, art and food technology.
Support services provided
The whole curriculum is underpinned by a specialist support for learning team, comprising of a specialist educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO), and speech and language therapists to support pupils with their communication skills, both in school and in the residences.
Education
Access to the National Curriculum is at an individually appropriate level with specialist teaching available for art, music, drama and physical education. The 14-19 curriculum includes accredited award programmes including ASDAN, AQA and OCR entry level, vocational studies and access to local college courses and work experience.
Residential care
Rugeley Horizon School provides a comfortable, stimulating and safe environment, specifically designed for young people with an autistic spectrum disorder. It offers access to the wider community and fosters an atmosphere where young people have the benefits of socialising with others, making friends and participating in activities according to their interests and abilities and accessing the wider community.
Aims and philosophy
Pupils will achieve an enhanced degree of emotional stability through an active approach to learning, which reduces anxiety levels and enables them to access the curriculum. Pupils are able to engage in daily life with increased confidence, self-esteem, dignity and independence.
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