Forest Wood is a setting for children between the ages of 4 and 7 that have a medical condition, disability and/or early social communication and interaction difficulties, including autistic spectrum disorder. Further multi-professional assessment of the child’s needs is likely to be necessary to determine their future educational placement. The focus of this educational setting is assessment. This will provide accurate information about the child’s level of development and physical needs and will inform and facilitate future provision.
All children will have the opportunity to access an appropriate, tailored curriculum through play, one to one work and when appropriate small group work. They will work towards outcomes set in their EHCPs (broken into smaller targets in their Individual Education Plans (IEPs)) and be supported by a range of staff on site and external professionals where appropriate.
The indoor and outdoor learning environments provide a wide range of activities where children can explore and play independently, alongside others and with others. Your child’s day will be tailored specifically to their needs.
PARENT/PUPIL COMMENTS
“My child seems really settled and happy to go to school each morning. Sometimes he will pick up his school bag and take it to the door because he's so excited!" June 2024
“My child has made good progress whilst at Forest Wood and this would not be possible if he didn't fell happy, safe, looked after etc. I would 100% recommend Forest Wood to any parents looking at schools. Thank you for everything you do!" June 2024
“School have been a great support in help in me get things sorted when no-one else was willing or able to help. The family will miss you all." June 2024
“The communication and support you offer parents is incredible. Having the chance to speak to teachers on a daily basis if we need to discuss anything just puts my mind at ease knowing my daughter is in a safe environment.” June 2024
"I know he is happy as he races in a morning to get his uniform and springs out of the door, and I would like to say a big thank you to you all." June 2024
"Our son has settled so well and we are extremely happy with school. We were worried when he first started about how we would get to know how he is getting on with him travelling on transport. We were soon put at ease. We constantly get updates on how he is doing. The communication is fantastic. Thank you." June 2024
"We cannot thank you enough for all that you do for X. Since he started we can see that he has massively improved behaviour wise and in general is much happier. Thank you to all for your continued support and guidance. Couldn't ask for a better school for him." June 2024
"ALL colleagues at PHPRU Forest Wood have been invaluable support to us as parents and to A. I really feel they go above and beyond on a daily basis...I regularly try to express my gratitude to all Forest Wood colleagues and I would be lost without them. A has made enormous strides in his communication and social development. I feel there is no better setting. It's more than I could have asked for." June 2024