Specialist SEN School Hemel Hempstead

Smiling pupil holding hula hoops in the school hall

What makes us different

When people ask what makes us different, the answer is simple. It is empathy. We take the time to truly understand every child, their needs and their strengths, and we build everything around that understanding. Once a child feels safe and settled, we are ready to be ambitious with their learning.

About Us

What makes us different

We are a trauma informed, neuroaffirming school for children with Autism, ADHD and early years trauma. We know a child must feel safe before they can learn, so we put connection and regulation first, bridging the gap between settings that focus on either autism or social and emotional needs.

The Therapeutic Approach

What makes us different

We are a small school, which means learning is built around the individual and their EHCP targets, never the other way round. Success here can look different from a conventional school. Trying a new food, reading aloud or beating a personal best are all celebrated as the milestones they truly are.

Schools

Aims & Ethos

Meeting needs

Ensuring every child receives the support and resources they require to thrive.

Meeting needs

Ensuring every child receives the support and resources they require to thrive.

Supporting Wellbeing

Promoting mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing for all students.

Building Confidence

Encouraging self-belief and resilience through challenges and achievements.

Realising Potential

Helping every student discover and achieve their full abilities.

Staff are adept at pre-empting, managing and safeguarding pupils’ emotional and sensory needs. Pupils learn a range of ways to help themselves regulate. They trust the staff around them to help them do this. Adults and pupils have high levels of respect for each other.
Ofsted June 2024

The curriculum is now mapped out well in all subjects. Staff know what pupils need to learn. Prior to joining the school, pupils have experienced much disruption to their learning and education. Once settled, pupils typically make good progress from their starting points.
Ofsted June 2024

Pupils are able to be themselves and express their unique personalities. Staff work hard to respond nimbly to pupils’ social and emotional needs. They apply a variety of behaviour management strategies effectively, to encourage pupils to settle, follow routines and access learning. Relationships between adults and pupils are strong.
Ofsted June 2024

For many pupils, this is their first opportunity to engage in wider school life. They experience school trips and take part in activities linked to their interests and talents, such as in horse riding, dance and art. This develops their confidence and self-esteem. Parents also appreciate the positive impact this school has on their children.
Ofsted June 2024

Work for us

Join a caring, committed team making a real difference for children with autism and complex needs. At Redbourn Park School, our staff help meet individual needs, support wellbeing, build confidence and realise potential every day.

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Welcome to Redbourn Park

What makes us different

What makes us different

What makes us different

Aims & Ethos

Meeting needs

Meeting needs

Supporting Wellbeing

Building Confidence

Realising Potential

Work for us