We are an independent co-educational school which provides a supportive learning environment for pupils from Key Stage 2-4 with Social, Emotional, Mental Health difficulties, Autism Spectrum Condition and/or Specific Learning Difficulties.

I am privileged to be the Head teacher of this nurturing school, where the individual child is at the heart of what we do. We recognise that every pupil is different, yet equal, and all staff are committed to treating each individual with inclusion, compassion and understanding. We understand that every pupil will have different needs and offer a safe and encouraging learning environment where, pupils can feel supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.

At Acorn School we aim to help our pupils to overcome their individual challenges by supporting them with underlying difficulties that may be leading to displays of frustration. A carefully planned and bespoke curriculum, which includes social development as well as academic and vocational learning allows our pupils to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Zoey Shelley

MBA, QTLS

Head Teacher

At Acorn School, the individual needs of our pupils are at the heart of all that we do.

We work closely with our children/young people, their families and professionals to create bespoke programmes of learning for pupils, which are tailored to their education, social and emotional needs, supporting them to achieve their full potential. This means that we deliver a personalised curriculum, which, where possible, acknowledges the national curriculum and meets the individual needs of our pupils, whilst also supporting them to meet the outcomes identified in their EHCPs.

To achieve this, every pupil has an individual Pathway Plan and Provision Map which identifies their areas of need and how we can best address them, both in terms of staff approach and the curriculum that they are provided. Our goal is to provide access to the best academic outcomes possible as well as preparing our pupils for adulthood and the next stage of their education by equipping them with the skills required to achieve personal success.

If you're searching for your next education job, please get in touch. You'll be working for a great employer and be part of a friendly, helpful team. We're always interested to hear from enthusiastic, committed education professionals - send us your CV now via our Talent Pool and detail what sort of role you're looking for. By joining our Talent Pool we'll know you're interested in working here when the right vacancy comes up.

If you're searching for your next post, why not contact us now? You'll be working at a great school and be part of a friendly, helpful team. We're always interested to hear from enthusiastic, committed teachers - send us your CV now via our School Talent Pool and say what sort of role you're looking for. By joining our School Talent Pool we'll know you're interested in working here when a future vacancy occurs.