Welcome to
Ashbrooke School

Our commitment to providing our pupils with a creative, caring and innovative learning environment enables them to engage with learning whilst developing their social communication


Welcome to
Ashbrooke School

Our commitment to providing our pupils with a creative, caring and innovative learning environment enables them to engage with learning whilst developing their social communication

ADHD, ASD,
SEMH, SLCN
Boys & Girls
Day,
52 Week
5-19

Term Dates

Find our term time and holiday dates for the current academic year here.

Our School Offer

Find out more about our ever growing offer to pupils and their families here.

Our location

Ashbroooke School is located in Sunderland.  However, pupils who attend our school travel from across the North East region.

We love having visitors and would welcome you to enjoy the Ashbrooke experience for yourself. To arrange a visit contact us directly.

To help you plan your journey download our location map here.

Click here to download our location map

Welcome from the Head Teacher

Ashbrooke School opened in early 2017 and has quickly developed into an impressive and progressive place to learn. We are passionate about delivering the highest standards of teaching, whilst meeting the needs of our pupils in an accepting, positive and welcoming learning environment. The broad curriculum allows pupils to pursue both academic and vocational paths allowing individuals to grow and achieve.

Our school building and grounds offer so much opportunity for our young people to develop skills and experience in a wide range of areas. We want every pupil to enjoy their time at Ashbrooke and realise their full potential.

We would be delighted to welcome you to the school to see for yourself the ongoing progression of our facilities and most importantly our young people.

Joanna Burdon

We are dedicated to providing:

Positive, safe and nurturing environments where pupils are valued as individuals and can develop their confidence, self-esteem, independence, self-discipline and respect.
The highest quality outcomes socially, emotionally and academically through a wide range of personalised opportunities.
Strong links between home, school and the wider community in order to support pupils’ learning and enable them to develop skills that will benefit them both during and after their time at Ashbrooke School.

Aims and Ethos

At Ashbrooke School we are committed to giving our pupils a creative, caring and innovative learning environment for them to achieve their full potential in their education and social communication.

Our unique school environment is the perfect backdrop for teaching and learning. Scroll through the images to take a look for yourself.

To take a full tour of our school please contact us directly.


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Our school at a Glance

Dedicated primary and secondary school areas that enable tailored learning environments to be created and smooth transitions to be achieved.
Comprehensive onsite therapeutic support, which is integrated into the curriculum and school life as a whole, and supported by the wider Witherslack Group Clinical Team.
A unique and personalised curriculum model which aims to improve self-esteem, motivation and achievement; engage pupils in their learning; and develop skills for adult life.
Ongoing assessment and progression monitoring to ensure all young people make at least expected progress and are working to realise their full potential
Small class sizes of no more than 8 pupils with high teacher to pupil ratios.
Extensive grounds and sporting facilities, which allows for a comprehensive physical education and sporting curriculum to be offered.

What makes our school unique?

From our tailored curriculum to exploring the news that has us jumping for joy, start your search to explore what makes us truly unique.

Latest News

Keep up to date with the latest goings on at our school. Stories of success, achievement and developments; the good news never stops.

Celebrating Creativity

The development of the Art and Dance departments has been a welcome addition to the school providing an even more varied offer to our pupils

SEN Information Report

We understand you will have plenty of questions when considering the best school for your child. Our report attempts to answer many of these.

Our Therapeutic Offer

Our Unique ITAC Approach

Key Stages and Curriculum

Staffing

Awards and Accreditations

We are part of Witherslack Group

We are proud to be part of Witherslack Group, the leading provider of inspirational education and care to children and young people, resulting in life changing experiences and countless stories of success.

Witherslack Group provide specialist education and care for children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (autistic spectrum conditions; Asperger’s Syndrome; speech, language and communication needs), ADHD and complex learning needs.

Our story

Find out who we are, what we do and how we make a difference to so many lives by watching this short animation.

Events

For a full list of events offering expert advice and support on a wide range of SEN topics click here.

Resources

Explore the ever-growing range of podcasts, videos and downloads that provide hints and tips to support you and your family.

Careers

Working at Witherslack Group means that you have the opportunity to play a vital part in changing the lives of children and young people. Explore the latest roles across our Group here.

Make an enquiry

Whether you are interested in your child attending our school or just want to know more information about our offer, contact our team or make an enquiry.

0191 607 5610

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Make an enquiry 

“Since starting Ashbrooke, our child is making good progress and has developed confidence in herself.”

Parent

“Here the teachers listen to me and help me with learning.”

Pupil