A Letter from our Headteacher    

Dear Parents/Carers,                                                                    

I am very proud to be telling you about our school.  Samuel Pepys School is an Area Special School and as such, we offer a full range of opportunities for children and students with special needs aged from 2 – 19 years.  Our school is newly built and offers a wide range of excellent facilities.

We are a school committed to life long learning and we believe that education for our pupils includes not only the subjects of the national curriculum but most importantly communication and life skills.  We aim therefore, to teach the pupils the skills necessary for self-care and living that others may take for granted.  We want our pupils to become successful members of the wider community.  We actively promote inclusive educational opportunities for pupils from our school and mainstream schools to share, ensuring that there is a close partnership between ourselves and the wider educational community.

We are a very happy school where children enjoy their learning experiences.  We concentrate on providing for individual needs so that all pupils can be encouraged to reach their full potential.  For some this may mean using a switch independently to indicate a need and for others it may be gaining an accredited qualification in an area of skill.  All achievements are celebrated with equal pleasure.

Whatever their special educational needs, I can assure you that your child will be well looked after by our dedicated, committed and very skilful staff.  We take a pride in our relationships with parents, the mutual respect our children and young people show each other and the care that we offer.

Prospective parents and pupils are welcome to visit the school at any time.  Please phone Jane in the school office to make an appointment.  I shall be delighted to show you round our school and discuss with you the particular needs of your child.

Yours sincerely

Julia Weston