Centre Academy East Anglia is Independent Secondary school in Selective for kids aged 5 to 21 (Gender - 5 to 21 )
A leading educator has called the Centre Academy Schools (London and East Anglia) “the most successful special needs schools in the UK and, indeed, the most unique.” Here’s why: They accept a broad range of ages, boys and girls, from 7-19 (9-19 in London). This eliminates the anxiety, common to SEN students, of having to move from school to school to school. Research has repeatedly shown that for an SEN student, moving school is a tremendously daunting experience. They address an equally broad range of learning challenges on a case-by-case basis: ASD, AD/HD, Dyslexia, Speech and Language needs, Anxiety to name but a few. Such breadth and versatility is essential, as most SEN students face more than one learning challenge—and Anxiety is common to almost all.
THE JUNIOR SCHOOL
In the Junior School, students ages 7 to 13 are taught the skills and strategies necessary for independent learning relative to their age and ability. As you will understand, the Junior School places great emphasis on literacy and numeracy, the foundation for much subsequent learning.Each class has a Tutor who is responsible for the pupils’ welfare and the delivery of their curriculum. Pupils meet with their Tutor frequently during the day, and this enables the Tutor to be fully aware of the progress and the challenges that each pupil may be facing in a variety of subjects. As you will understand, there is a strong bond between pupil and Tutor, and this enables the Tutor to keep the parent fully informed regarding the pupil’s progress. Tutors are always available to discuss pupil progress. In essence, this reflects the school’s belief that a pupil’s success is based on the partnership between pupil, school and parent.
THE SENIOR SCHOOL, YEARS 10 AND 11
Here, we extend the skills and coping strategies taught in the Junior School to students ages 14 to 16. As you will understand, in addition to the strong emphasis in the Senior School on literacy and numeracy, senior students also gain mastery over other key subject areas, including Science, History, Geography, Current Affairs and Advanced Writing, to name a few. Senior students are also expected to make gains in independence and related skills.Much of the Senior School focuses on GCSE study in years 10 and 11. Our curriculum enables students to select at least five GCSE courses from a broad range of options, including those that are indispensable: English, Maths and Science.
THE SIXTH FORM, YEARS 12 AND 13
The overwhelming number of SEN schools do not have a sixth form, and accordingly, their students leave after GCSEs or equivalents. In this context, CAEA is particularly unusual, not only for having a Sixth Form but also for the success that our Sixth Formers continue to enjoy.The heart of the Sixth Form is the American High School Diploma, the gateway to university. We offer the Diploma instead of A-Levels. Unlike the examination-based A-Level, the Diploma uses a system of continual assessment wherein a student earns credit for research, writing essays, and dozens of other subject-based tasks.The key point is this: the Diploma removes much of the anxiety and stress that students, and especially SEN students, experience when sitting examinations.
ACTIVITIES AT CAEA
Activities at CAEA really do offer something for everyone. In part, our aim is to develop physical skills and positive attitudes to health and fitness while also providing opportunities to appreciate and develop co-operation and teamwork abilities. But aside from this, the activities are quite simply fun!Participation is a major goal. The students benefit from instruction in a variety of sports and games, and they also may compete against local mainstream schools in cross-country running and related activities. Swimming is also part of our offerings, as is equestrian skills wherein we offer horseback riding at a local stable. They offer a wide-range of extra-curricular activities. CAEA is especially proud of the involvement in the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme and in the Forest School designation.
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