Our Education

The role of education is essential in risk reduction and pro-social development and embraces a wide range of academic, vocational, recreational and therapeutic activities. The central focus is the young person. Surrounded by caring and dedicated staff, guided and supported by input from our integrated clinical and c are teams, the nurturing and supportive learning environment provides young people with the perfect setting for them to achieve their potential. Our aim is to prepare young people for the next stage of their development and equip them with the skills and qualities to make a positive contribution to society.

Amberleigh is committed to the education of every young person with every pupil receiving the support and challenges required to fulfil their potential. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum which provides continuity and progression, taking individual differences into account. Our school “Stage not Age” curriculum is defined as everything our pupils experience, it is not just what we teach but also how we teach it and importantly, why we teach it. Small class sizes and individually focused teaching nurtures the learning of each young person. The development of pupils’ literacy and numeracy skills is a priority, which is underpinned by intensive individual support as well as being embedded in vocational subjects.

A personalised curriculum allows pupils to apply knowledge and skills learnt in school to everyday life. Lessons are firmly rooted in a therapeutic approach and delivered in a creative and flexible way. All young people have the opportunity to study and gain accreditation for a range of subjects suitable for the stage they are working at.

Subjects delivered include:

• English
• Maths
• Science
• Humanities
• PSHE
• Design Technology
• Catering and Hospitality
• Horticulture and outdoor learning including animal care
• Duke of Edinburgh – Bronze, Silver, Gold
• Performing Arts
• Creative Arts
• Physical Education & Wellbeing
• ICT
• Vocational Opportunities – Retail and Enterprise, Construction, Creative Media

For additional information on policies, inspections and our approach, please see our extensive list of downloadable resources at the bottom of this page.