School where 'guardian angels' foster thriving pupils wows Ofsted Monday, June 23, 2025 fromefield autism specialneeds ofsted education inclusion support literacy wellbeing learning Fromefield Manor School, a private institution in Frome dedicated to pupils with autism and other special needs, has earned high praise in a recent Ofsted report. The inspectors highlighted that the school is a place where … Read More
Vital Somerset Service Faces Threat of Closure Amid Funding Crisis Thursday, June 5, 2025 somerset ilminster internships disability funding council employment education autism community A valued local service in Ilminster, Somerset, that has transformed the lives of many young individuals with learning difficulties, including autism, is under serious threat due to funding shortages. Silver Lining, an … Read More
Children at Risk of Care Placement as Essential Residential Service in Bath Faces Closure Thursday, May 29, 2025 fossewayhouse autism residentialcare education bath northeastsomerset ehcp partnershiptrust councildecision vulnerablechildren Children with severe learning difficulties in Bath and North East Somerset face the possibility of entering the care system following the anticipated closure of Fosse Way House, a “life changing” residential … Read More
Closure of 'Outstanding' Residential Home for Vulnerable Children Sparks Accusations of Institutional Discrimination Tuesday, May 27, 2025 fosseway autism residentialcare ehcp ofsted partnershiptrust institutionaldiscrimination specialeducation localgovernment disability The impending closure of Fosse Way House, an “outstanding” residential facility for vulnerable children with autism in Westfield, has ignited fierce criticism and claims of institutional discrimination. For over twenty years, … Read More
Tiny Somerset School is Revolutionizing Autism Inclusion Tuesday, May 20, 2025 autism inclusion somersetsupport education send sass partnershiptrust fosseway neurodiversity inclusiveeducation A small but impactful multi-academy trust and special school in Somerset have been granted a four-year extension to manage a vital autism support service across Bath and North East Somerset. The Partnership Trust, … Read More
Butlin's Introduces Adapted Shows and Character Meets for Guests with Additional Needs Wednesday, April 23, 2025 butlin's shows character meets guests adapted sensory-friendly autism disabilities relaxed performances inclusion justin fletcher tots breaks To better accommodate guests with additional needs, Butlin’s is unveiling specially adapted versions of its popular live shows and character meet-and-greets. The new “relaxed” performances, debuting at the … Read More