Cambian Hereford School

Gender

Mixed Gender
Specialism

SEMH
Location

Herefordshire
Ages

11-18
Type

Residential & Day
Capacity

15

School Overview

Cambian Hereford School is an independent, DfE-registered, co-educational day school, providing specialist education for up to 20 students, aged 11-18.

The School has an excellent reputation for providing good quality education and securing good results in public examinations. The success of the school is based on the flexible and supportive approach taken to provide the highest standards and very personalised education tailored to individual student needs.

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Student Profile

Mixed gender, ages 11-18
SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)
ADHD
History of school refusal
History of placement breakdowns
Specific learning difficulties
Attachment disorders
Has an Education, Health & Care Plan

At Cambian Hereford School, we provide education for a wide range of special needs, including emotional and social difficulties. All students are treated as valued individuals and their needs taken into account when planning the most suitable and effective educational provision for them.

The community spirit and positive atmosphere at the school are a key indicator of the hard work and dedication of the staff and the level to which students enjoy and achieve. Students have access to a broad and balanced curriculum including outdoor education and vocational studies.  School life also encourages students to develop excellent team working, social and independence skills. This involves students accessing school trips, enrichment activities, social activities and a social, moral, spiritual and cultural education.

Additionally all students have access to support staff who work closely with them on an individual and small group basis to focus on personal development. The staff at Cambian Hereford School have a wide range of experience in working with all aspects of special educational needs, delivering accredited courses and providing supportive care packages.

Celebrating success is a regular activity within the school. Students enjoy access to a wide range of rewards and are keen to discuss how to continue making progress and their long-term aspirations for life.

Learning and Development

Young people have the opportunity to develop to their full potential in preparation of their future life where there is a passion for learning and mutual respect for all.

The school's curriculum is broad and balanced, and includes, where appropriate, all of the statutory requirements of the National Curriculum. There is a particular emphasis on core subjects and on personal skills, as to address significant gaps in previous learning.