Our vision

We believe that every child with autism should have the same, or better opportunities to learn as other children.

Our ethos

Our school is a place where all people are respected, achieve beyond what is expected, are empowered to make positive choices about their own lives, and have rich and varied experiences. Our learning is truly personalised and capitalises on each child’s personal strengths and interests. We make a positive, inclusive contribution to our community.

“I have never come across a school that is as kind, caring and understanding about its pupils.” - A visiting parent

Church Lawton is a free school owned and operated by the Liberty Academy Trust. It opened its doors to children with autism in Cheshire East and neighbouring authorities in early 2015.

Church Lawton School caters for children and young people with autism and Asperger syndrome aged 4-19

Cheshire East Council has identified a need for such specialist provision – our school will fill a much-needed gap.

We are committed to developing outstanding schools that improve outcomes for young people with autism

A key factor in this vision is that children and young people receive the right education, one which equips them to make informed choices. Church Lawton School will hence be the realisation of the Liberty Academy Trust vision, since we will increase the achievement, choice and opportunity for our young people.

School building

Located in Church Lawton, between Crewe and Congleton, the building has up-to-date design features and facilities for 70 young people with autism and Asperger syndrome aged 4-19, so they feel comfortable and secure and are able to learn. 

Our vision is to create a world that works for autistic children and young people, by providing an exceptional educational offer so that they achieve success now and are well-prepared for adulthood. We work towards this vision through our core values of courage, determination and teamwork.

We are currently a small Trust of three academies, but we have plans to grow so that our reach and impact can extend further. Committed to providing an excellent education for autistic children and young people, our approach is to support the whole child, offering a balance of personalised teaching and therapeutic approach as standard.

Our success depends on our skilled and dedicated staff, and we have career opportunities for those who share our passion for building schools that work for autistic people. We offer competitive salaries and pension benefits as well as a focus on staff well-being. More importantly, we offer the opportunity to play a part in highly rewarding work as part of an ambitious and supportive team.