The Kirby Moor site is situated in Brampton, Cumbria. Here the focus is educating pupils who need the approach of a secondary school including specialist teaching areas and specialist subject teachers. This approach is carefully mirrored while keeping class groups to no more than 5 pupils in a group.
Facilities
6 large classroom bases
Science lab
Art and design workshop
Library
Small group areas
Garden area
Recreational areas
Dining room
Outdoor undercover learning space
Pastoral team & support services
Quiet spaces around the school
Qualified nurse
Features
Things to note
Every class has a maximum of 5 pupils and is led by a qualified teacher and learning support assistant. The specific needs of pupils are met by developing and implementing Individual Learning Plans.
Speaking, listening, reading and writing skills are the focus of all teaching and learning, aiming to narrow any gaps our pupils may have in their knowledge and understanding.
Pupils gain self-respect and self confidence by experiencing success. All pupils gain accreditation at a level suited to their ability.
Pupils are grouped according to emotional literacy and academic ability. Similar ability groups ensure the curriculum is delivered at a level the individual pupil needs.
The staff are experienced in working with pupils who have encountered negative experiences at previous educational settings.
Positive encouragement and learning experiences are reinforced in every area of the school to enable every young person to feel included and very much a part of the school.
They instill a sense of pride and belonging for every young person to encourage a positive experience in education and give them aspirations and goals to achieve both now and in the future.
13.23 miles
