Welcome to The Hive

At The Hive, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment tailored for students with autism. Whether it’s a quiet space to recharge during break and lunch or simply a place for reassurance, The Hive is designed to help students feel safe, understood, and empowered throughout their school day.

What’s Inside The Hive?

The Hive is thoughtfully designed to meet a range of student needs and includes:

• A communal area where staff and students gather before, during, and after school
• A common room with comfy seating and visual timetables to support routine and structure
• Two intervention rooms for targeted support and personalised learning
• Individual pods for students with formal placements, offering a calm and private space
• A small quiet room for moments of reflection or sensory regulation

Day-to-Day Support

The Hive is managed daily by the SEND Team, led by SENCO Di Fellowes. A dedicated team of support assistants and specialist Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) work closely with students to ensure they receive the right support and can access learning in line with their peers.

Students with formal placements in The Hive are registered as part of a vertical tutor group. This structure provides a calm and focused start to the day, allowing time to prepare mentally and emotionally in a smaller, quieter environment.

Placement Information

Formal placements in The Hive are coordinated through the Local Authority SEND Admissions Team. To be eligible, students must have:

• A formal diagnosis of autism
• An Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)

This ensures that every student receives the personalised support they need to thrive.

Celebrating Neurodiversity

We’re proud to be part of a community that values neurodiversity and works together to create meaningful opportunities for every learner.