A school that supports young people while they receive hospital treatment has been described as ‘nurturing’ where ‘pupils’ lives are transformed’ by regulator Ofsted.
Emerald Place Clinic School, Charlwood, was rated outstanding in all areas by Ofsted inspectors who described it as ‘a caring, ambitious community, where pupils can thrive, personally, academically and emotionally’.
Inspectors noted: “Staff are highly skilled educators of pupils with complex social, emotional and mental health needs. They create engaging and meaningful activities that help pupils to learn and build knowledge. Strong, trusting working relationships between staff and pupils are central to the school’s success.”
Pupils at the school, the report noted, benefit from highly personalised curriculum that helps them thrive and develop a positive attitude for learning, with inspectors stating: “The school offers an exemplary personal development programme, which responds flexibly to pupils’ immediate emotional and developmental needs.”
Head Teacher at Emerald Place Clinic School, Kate Ball, said: “I’m incredibly proud of the Emerald Place Clinic School team and the wider hospital staff for their continued support, hard work and dedication. I am delighted that the report recognises the impact of the work we do with young people, as we help them find their voice, realise their potential and have hope for their future.”
Hospital Director at Emerald Place Clinic, Agnes Ofosuaa Osei, said: “The hospital and school at Emerald Place Clinic work hand in hand to provide holistic care and education. Together, we support young people to regain confidence in themselves while ensuring their families and carers feel included every step of the way. Our aim is to ensure that each young person receives not only the clinical care they need but also the opportunity to thrive academically. I am so proud of the team for this outstanding achievement.”
