Information for Local Authorities

"...come and see us to get a full understanding of who we are..."

We pride ourselves in the proactive and collaborative way in which we work with Local Authorities. Below is some information which is the first step to understanding a little bit about us and some of the benefits to our structure and approach.

We always welcome visitors and would encourage our current and future partners to come and see us to get a full understanding of who we are and what we do.

  • Charity status
  • Cost-effective provision
  • Set fee structure
  • In house therapy included in fee*
  • Working collaboratively
  • Member of NASS
  • Training opportunities and outreach
  • 12 week new placement review 
  • Range of psychometric and cognitive tests
  • Participation in procurement programme
  • Clearly defined entry criteria
  • Therapeutically informed teaching and support practise
  • Support across key transition stages
  • High-quality Annual Review process
  • Regular communication and updates
  • Independent (st20) residential provision evaluation
  • High-quality residential provision
  • A rural and peaceful environment set in 32 acres of lawns and woodland
  • Sports, swimming and tennis facilities
  • College-based 6th Form provision
  • Good transport links

*When meeting the entry criteria and assessment process, provided that the therapeutic needs can be met with our existing provision resource and constraints