Specialist SEND provision – Aspen, Birch and Cedar classes

Oakway Academy believes that all children can succeed with the right level of support and nurture. We have creates 3 additional classes catering for children who require a different type of learning environment in order to reach their full potential.

Learning is Aspen Class?

Children access learning in a small group of 8 children, 1 teacher and 2 teaching assistants. Learning is delivered using strategies recommended by external agencies such as Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, and Occupational Therapist.  This includes following a TEAACH approach using work stations, tray tasks and visual schedules to create clear and consistent routines as well as opportunities for repetition and overlearning and develop independence skills. There is a strong emphasis on developing communication and interaction skills using tools such as AAC boards, Word Aware activities and Sunshine Circles. PIVATS assessments ensures robust tracking of progress.

hildren access learning in a small group of 10 children, 1 teacher and 2 teaching assistants. Learning is delivered using strategies recommended by external agencies such as Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, and Occupational Therapist.  This includes following a TEAACH approach using work stations, tray tasks and visual schedules to create clear and consistent routines as well as opportunities for repetition and overlearning and develop independence skills. There is a strong emphasis on developing communication and interaction skills using tools such as AAC boards, Word Aware activities and Sunshine Circles. PIVATS assessments ensures robust tracking of progress.

Learning is Birch Class?

Learning is Cedar Class?

Children access learning in a small group of 14 children and 1 teacher. Learning is delivered using strategies recommended by external agencies such as Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Teacher of the Deaf, Visual Impairment Team, and Occupational Therapist. This provision enables children to access a differentiated curriculum and for learning to move at an appropriate pace. PIVATS assessments ensures robust tracking of progress.

Click on the button below to visit the SEND page for further information about how we support children with additionaal needs.

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Is your child starting school in September 2027?

Come and see what makes our school special. Our school tours are a chance to explore the school, meet members of our team and find out more about the exceptional offer we provide for every child.


Upcoming tour dates:

Tuesday 22 September 4.00–5.00pm

Saturday 3 October 9.00–10.00am

Tuesday 10 November 9.15–10.15am


To book your place, please call the school office on 01933 678714.

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