Respect

• For the Individual: We treat every child and young adult with dignity, ensuring equality of opportunity for all.
• For the Voice: We listen to our pupils, whether their communication is subtle or loud.
• For the Community: We value, consult, and support our parents, carers, and staff as equal partners.

Grow

• Holistic Development: We nurture the “whole child,” focusing on their well-being and life skills as much as their academic journey.
• Independence: We encourage pupils to exercise control over their lives and make meaningful choices.
• Through Partnership: We grow stronger by working closely with families, offering home visits, workshops, and open communication.

Inspire

• High Expectations: We are passionate about progress and maintain an unswervingly positive ethos.
• Innovation: We embrace new ideas and creative thinking to meet the complex needs of our learners.
• Success for All: We celebrate every contribution, ensuring our school is an exciting place where achievements are recognized and shared.

A Bespoke Curriculum: Learning Without Limits

At Merefield, we don’t expect the child to fit the curriculum; we tailor the curriculum to the child. Using a transdisciplinary approach, we collaborate closely with families to translate Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes into Personalised Learning Intention Maps (PLIMs).

Our curriculum is broad, balanced, and ambitious, placing the pupil at the heart of every lesson. With an exceptional staff-to-pupil ratio (approximately 1:3), we provide the high-quality, small-group, and one-to-one support necessary for every student to Grow and Inspire others with their progress.

Beyond the Classroom: Enrichment & Adventure

We believe that learning should be an adventure. To Inspire our pupils, we provide a vibrant range of extracurricular opportunities:

• On the Move: With three minibuses and two people carriers, our pupils enjoy extensive offsite enrichment, educational visits, and residential experiences.
• Bringing the World to Merefield: We host regular visits from theatre groups, petting zoos, and specialists to bring our topics to life.
• Clubs & Culture: From our signing choir and music sessions to sports and gardening, there is a lunchtime activity for everyone.
• Extended Care: We offer an after-school club (currently Tuesdays) and a dedicated Summer Holiday Club for pupils who require specialist provision during the break.

Specialist Resources: A Purpose-Built Environment

Our school is a modern, single-level facility designed to foster independence and Respect the physical needs of our community. Our world-class facilities include:

• Therapeutic Spaces: A hydrotherapy pool, two multi-sensory rooms, a sensory garden, and a dedicated therapy suite.
• Learning Hubs: A Forest School area, ICT suite, food technology room, and a well-stocked library.
• Health & Wellbeing: A dedicated medical room, family room for training, and an on-site kitchen where fresh meals are prepared daily.
• Technology: Every classroom is a “smart” environment, equipped with interactive whiteboards and modern adaptive technology.

Specialist Support: Expert Care, Integrated Daily

To ensure our pupils can Grow safely and healthily, we host a comprehensive team of onsite professionals. Through our partnerships with Alder Hey and other specialist services, we provide:

• Therapy Teams: Integrated support from NHS Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapists.
• Medical Clinics: Regular onsite clinics with Paediatricians and Educational Psychologists.
• Specialist Partners: Ongoing collaboration with the Sensory Support Team, CAMHS, and Shine Therapists to ensure every barrier to learning is removed.