Nugent House School

Description

At Nugent House School, pupils study National Curriculum subjects in Key Stages 2, 3 and 4. They also provide Post 16 education for young people up to 19 years old. The school prides itself on providing a holistic approach to education, by preparing pupils for of all the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life. Through this supportive environment, children can begin to develop self-respect and self-confidence.

Facilities

  • All pupils are expected to wear school uniform, this is provided by Nugent House School.
  • Nugent House School is a modern teaching facility, operating a number of purpose built and well maintained buildings.
  • The school enjoys a large and fully equipped sports hall which accommodates equipment for Physical Education and Gymnastics, a wide range of indoor games and also an excellent indoor climbing wall.
  • An extensive playing field and athletics track are also provided, allowing for a wide range of team and individual sporting pursuits for all pupils.
  • A wide range of extra-curricular activities are also available.

Features

Things to note

At Nugent House School they provide a holistic and flexible approach to education by preparing pupils for all the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life. They have a team of dedicated staff who work within an ethos of adaptable care, education and therapy providing a team around the child approach.

Through this supportive environment, children can begin to develop self-respect and self-confidence.

Curriculum subjects offered include:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Humanities: Geography and History
  • RE
  • PSHE
  • Music
  • Art
  • Drama,
  • PE
  • Graphics
  • Dance
  • Photography
  • Design Technology
  • Textiles
  • Food Technology
  • Health and Social Care
  • IT
  • Business Studies
  • Child Development

Extra Curricular

Please check the school website link for details.

Selection Criteria: Selective

Admission Details

All young people who are admitted to Nugent House School have an Education, Health and Care Plan. All young people are considered for admission in line with statutory guidance. Parents, placing authorities, commissioners and other professionals may make a referral directly to the school. Nugent House School has developed a clear admissions Policy and Procedures that allows for new arrivals that start at different times of the year and is well placed to identify their needs and ensure that they receive appropriate support to access the curriculum and pastoral system. Nugent House School aims to provide a welcome for new arrivals that:

  • Forges good communication with Parents, Carers and Guardians.
  • Addresses immediate needs efficiently.
  • Identifies the educational needs of the young person.
  • Promotes genuine inclusion.
  • Enables success in learning.

In line with DFE and Ofsted guidance and recommendations, Nugent House School has established the following:

  • A well-placed admission to the school once a young person has been referred through to them
  • A welcoming environment with background information on linguistic, educational and cultural and social needs of the new arrivals. 
  • Communication with Parents, Carers and Guardians as an integral part of the Welcome and Induction (interviews, school/children’s home visits, letters, phone calls).
  • Inform new arrivals and their families, carers and guardians about the education system and the curriculum they offer at school through the key stages.
  • Inform new arrivals and their family/carers about entitlement such as free school uniform, meals and education equipment provided by the school.
  • Effective use of staff during the admission process, the Head Teacher, Learning Mentor Manager, SENCO and other relevant SLT who may be involved in the process at school at different stages before the new arrival fully enters the school community.
  • All relevant policies will be made available to all parties during the admission process via the website. Hard copies are available on request.

Look at the school prospectus for more details.

Fees

Annual fees (day pupils): £52,000

Local authorities, social services, education departments and health departments are responsible for referring young people into the school, and also for paying their fees. Parents have a right to be involved in the arrangement of provision and are welcome to visit the services to see the quality of care first hand. The transparent pricing structures ensure that fees are matched to the service needs of the individual. Guaranteed fee reductions ensure that as children and young people progress and become more independent, their fees will reduce accordingly.

Scholarships

Contact directly for information.

Achievements

Please check the school website link for details.

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