Our Curriculum

Our students have experienced traumas of some kind that have left them emotionally vulnerable within mainstream schools and they are often ‘switched off’ from learning. By placing each student at the heart of their learning experience we enable focused academic, social and emotional development designed around each student’s interests and needs.

Each student follows a personally negotiated timetable and attends either on a full time basis or on our flexible learning programme. As far as possible, we work to accommodate our students’ interests whilst delivering sound academic study. We timetable personal enrichment programmes, local trips & field trips, visits from our local English Heritage approved theatre group, organic gardening & animal husbandry. New opportunities for students are continuously evolving.

We offer an academic, social and emotional curriculum delivered by well qualified and experienced practitioners. Students are encouraged to attend full time unless they are attending other learning settings, but we recognise that in some instances, a reduced timetable can aid a student’s emotional recovery.

“Northleigh is unique, they have no issues thinking outside of the box when it comes to provisions. They know that education is important, but they know they need a comfortable child first.”

— A parent of a student at Northleigh

Academic

  • GCSE & Functional Skills English

  • GCSE & Functional Skills Maths

  • GCSE, Entry Level & Crest Award Science (Chemistry, Physics & Biology)

  • GCSE Psychology

  • GCSE, Cambridge Technicals & Functional Skills Computing

  • Physical Education

  • PHSE & Citizenship

  • ASDAN Qualifications

Craft & Creative Arts

  • GCSE, AS & A Level Photography

  • GCSE, AS & A Level Fine Art

  • Cooking

  • Dance

  • Drama

  • Gardening

  • iMedia

  • Music

  • Textiles

  • Therapeutic Art

  • Woodwork

Extra Learning

  • Animal Care

  • Business Start Up

  • Horse Riding

  • Learning Journey

  • Life Skills

  • Outdoor Adventure

  • Personal Development

  • Speech, Language and Communication

Social & Emotional Wellbeing

Northleigh House School’s holistic approach

Northleigh House is a nurturing community where the emotional well-being of its students are the primary concern. The management, Teachers, Support Staff, Volunteers and Well-Being team all work in connection and all share the same philosophy.

Learning can happen only by looking after the “whole” person, with a common effort, pastoral care and counselling are just another aspect of Northleigh’s enabling environment.

“The school feels like a family home and my child feels like part of that family, we need more places like Northleigh House School.”

— A parent of a student at Northleigh

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You can support Northleigh House School throughout the year, all donations are much needed and put to good use improving the lives of the students.

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Volunteer

We are always happy to have helping hands whether it be maintaining the garden or the school buildings. You can volunteer your time and skills here - this support is as valuable to us as financial donations.

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