Admissions

Admissions

Abbey School welcomes visits from parents and carers who may wish to learn more about our school when considering a placement for their child. Admission to the school depends upon a diagnosis of autism or related learning needs, and upon the child’s local authority naming Abbey School in their Education, Health and Care Plan. 

The admissions process typically involves: 

1. A visit from the parent or carer to learn more about the school and have an initial discussion as to whether the school may be able to meet their child’s needs. 
2. The pupil’s papers will then be sent from the local authority to the school for the school’s admissions panel to consider. 
3. If places are available in the pupil’s year group then Abbey School will arrange assessment of the child or young person. This process involves a visit to their current school and/or the family home if the pupil is currently out of school. Where possible and supportive for the pupil concerned, visits to Abbey School will also be arranged. 
4. If we believe that Abbey School can meet the pupil’s needs then a formal offer of a place will be given to the local authority. 
5. Agreement is sought from the local authority to fund the placement and name Abbey School in the pupil’s Education, Health and Care Plan. 
6. An individualised transition plan is arranged with the family to support the pupil into school. This may involve home visits, visits to the child or young person’s current provision and visits to Abbey School.