St Michael's House Special National School Foxfield

About

St. Michael’s House Special School Foxfield is a multi‑denominational, co‑educational national school that caters for children with a dual diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and a moderate learning disability. The school delivers an individualised curriculum that blends the TEACCH framework, Social Stories, Floortime and C‑ABA techniques, ensuring each pupil’s strengths and needs are addressed through a personalised Individual Education Plan. A strong emphasis is placed on functional life‑skills programmes such as ASDAN, as well as on developing communication through augmentative systems like PECS, Lamh and object‑referencing tools. The learning environment is purpose‑built to be sensory‑friendly, offering quiet, softly‑lit, clutter‑free spaces across a range of themed classrooms – River, Savannah, Sky, Forest and others – that stimulate visual interest while respecting sensory preferences. A multidisciplinary team works closely with families, providing a nurturing, safe and inclusive community where respect, acceptance and empowerment are core values. The school’s ethos promotes active participation in the local community and a partnership between home and school, aiming to equip students to lead fuller, more independent lives.