Introducing Crowdys Hill School.

We are an all-through specialist provision for pupils aged 5 to 19 years old. Our wonderful pupils have social, communication and language needs, with learning difficulties.

Many of our pupils have other complex needs, such as autism, ADHD, medical and physical impairments which may mean that they can't access mainstream schools.

About us

We hope that this website gives you a flavour of what our school is all about. We value inclusion, equality, and communication for all.

We have developed the school over the past few years to become a well regarded specialist provision, with a good success rate in terms of pupil outcomes.

Many of our pupils are academically and developmentally well below their age expectations (developmental milestones) on entry to the school, whether this is in year 1 or year 7.

From year 11 onwards, pupils have the opportunities to take externally accredited exams, and we have been very successful in ensuring that pupils all leave with suitable qualifications, ranging from Entry level 1 to GCSE or Level 1.

Crowdys Hill School Staffing Information

Click on the links below for the relevant information:

Staff Structure

Mental Health Team

Behaviour Support Team

Communication Team

School Uniform and Equipment

It is our policy that all students should wear uniform when attending school, or when participating in a school-organised event outside normal school hours. This:

promotes a sense of pride in the school;

engenders a sense of community and belonging towards the school;

is practical and smart;

identifies the students with the school;

prevents students from coming to school in fashion clothes that could be distracting in class;

makes students feel equal to their peers in terms of appearance;

is regarded as suitable wear for school and good value for money by most parents;

is designed with health and safety in mind.

Compulsory school uniform items are only available to purchase through the school via the ParentPay portal or Michaels Workwear in Gorse Hill, Swindon. The compulsory uniform items for primary (purple) and secondary (navy blue) are polo shirts and sweatshirts with the school logo. We also offer cardigans and hoodies with the school logo on, but these are optional.

Other uniform items, whcih can be bought from supermarkts and other sources for primary and secondary include:

Black trousers or black jogging pants. Black long shorts, preferably tailored can be worn in the summer term.

Black knee length skirt, tights or socks.

Black shoes or trainers, some logo/colour allowed but must be mostly black.

Coats should be provided in cold weather.

Hoodies, other than our uniform ones, are not permitted in school (these will be kept by the tutor until the end of the day).

Students in the Primary may wear purple gingham summer dresses in the summer term, this is optional.

Uniform your child has grown out of and still has some wear left in it can be donated back to the school to be passed onto other students. We do not charge for second-hand uniform we pass on.

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Sixth Form students do not wear uniform. They are expected to dress in comfortable appropriate clothing. On health and safety grounds we do not encourage students to wear jewellery. If students have facial piercings, we will ask them to cover them with a plaster during the school day to prevent them from causing injury either to themselves or others. If they wear dangly earrings they will need to remove these. Children (under 16) should not have other piercings. The school takes no responsibility for loss of jewellery on the school site. The school welcomes students from all backgrounds and faith communities. If there are reasons, for example on religious grounds, why parents want their child to wear clothes that differ from the school uniform, the school will look sympathetically at such requests. These should be made directly to the headteacher. We ask all parents to support the school uniform policy. School uniform is available to buy through the school via ParentPay and from Michaels Workwear, Gorse Hill, Swindon – speak to Miss Topp for details: ttopp@crowdyshill.swindon.sch.uk. We sell our new uniform items at the lowest cost possible. In precis: Primary School • Purple sweatshirt/hoody; and polo shirt with school logo - both compulsory items • Black trousers/black joggers/black long shorts/ black knee length skirt Secondary School • Navy blue sweatshirt/hoody/cardigan; and polo shirt with school logo - both compulsory items • Black trousers/ black joggers/ black long shorts/ black knee length skirt Sixth Form • Pupils do not wear school uniform PE Kit • A Plain T-shirt/vest OR a T-shirt in your house colour available through the school (optional) • Plain Shorts/Tracksuit trousers • Trainers • Swimming trunks/one piece costume No aerosols allowed in school. No fizzy drinks in school. No energy drinks in school. No phones allowed in school, these must be handed in on the entry to school. Electronic items or other valuables brought in by pupils are kept at their own risk. The school is not responsible for loss of such items. Pens and Pencils We encourage students to bring a pen, pencil, rubber and coloured pencils of their own to school. There is no obligation on your part to do this and your child will not be penalised if he/she does not have them. These are available for use in every class. Personal Belongings All personal belongings should be clearly marked with the child’s name. Any money should be handed in to the class tutor /admin officer for safekeeping. Valuable items such as phones or handheld games consoles must NOT be brought into school. Parents should note that the school cannot accept liability for the loss or damage of personal property. Please discourage your child from bringing in items unless they are needed for them to access their education.

School Meals

All our meals are cooked on site by our Catering Manager – Nicki Franklin. She can be contacted at the school if you have any questions or queries about our school meals.

School Meals cost £2.20 a day or £11.00 for the week.

Details of the allergens and there categories can be found here.

Jacket potatoes with a variety of fillings are available everyday.

Fresh fruit and yoghurts are available everyday.

Gluten Free Options are available.

All gravy is vegetarian and gluten free.

To see menus, order food and pay please log onto the ParentPay website (using the login details provided by the school).

Our Aims

Our focus is on developing communication, independence, creativity, functional skills, and knowledge which can be used to allow them to reach their goals.

Please have a browse around this site. We value your feedback. If you can't find what you are looking for, or would like to discuss aspects of the school or arrange a visit, please use the contact page to get in touch, or call reception on 01793 332400.

Emily Hibbard, Headteacher.

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