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We take a personalised approach to education

At North Hill House School, we offer a tailored, therapeutic curriculum designed to meet the individual learning needs of our young people. We combine academic learning with practical skills, emotional support and personal development—helping every pupil grow in confidence and discover their strengths.

We offer a variation of the National Curriculum, which allows us to cater for the specific needs of our pupils. Our curriculum includes a wide range of subjects delivered in small, supportive class settings. Pupils work towards recognised qualifications including GCSEs, A Levels, Functional Skills and BTECs.

Our curriculum

With small class sizes and high levels of individual support, every young person can access learning in a way that works for them.

Subjects we offer:

  • English, maths and science
  • Art, ICT and music
  • Food technology and design technology
  • PSHE/RSE and personal development
  • History and geography
  • PE and photography

Qualifications

  • GCSEs
  • A Levels
  • Functional Skills
  • BTECs
  • Entry Level

Curriculum overviews

Key facilities at our school

Our facilities are designed to feel calm, welcoming and accessible. Here’s what pupils can expect:

  • Individual workspaces in classrooms to help minimise distractions and maintain focus
  • A purpose-built library
  • A specialist therapy suite designed by our Head of Therapy
  • A therapeutic regulation room
  • A purpose-built climbing area
  • Bespoke outdoor play area incorporating basketball, football pitch, a giant circular swing, sunken trampolines and seating

Our therapy and support services

At North Hill House School, we believe that appropriate access to key therapeutic pathways can assist enormously with promoting a young person’s access to learning. That’s why we are a therapy led provision with support embedded throughout the school day.

Our expert in-house therapy team work closely with our young people, their parents/carers and the wider staff team to build their knowledge and allow them to develop effective strategies.

Our therapy team includes:

  • Specialist paediatric occupational therapists
  • A specialist paediatric speech and language therapist
  • A specialist paediatric counsellor
  • Access to an educational psychologist

All our therapists are HCPC registered and qualified to a minimum of a BSC(Hons) in their respective fields. Our therapists work full-time and remain on site, enabling seamless access to therapy services and no disruption to a young person’s learning.

Academic performance 2024/25

We are delighted to share another year of strong academic achievement. Across all qualifications, our students have continued to demonstrate dedication and success.

GCSE

This year, 100% of GCSE entries achieved a grade 4 or higher, maintaining our excellent standards from last year. Notably:

  • Art & Design – 4 students | 100% pass rate (Grades 4–7)
  • Photography – 3 students | 100% pass rate (Grades 5–6)
  • English Language – 2 students | 100% pass rate (Grades 5 and 6)
  • Maths – 1 student | 100% pass rate (Grade 5)

BTEC

Our BTEC results remain strong, with a 100% pass rate across all BTEC subjects:

  • Art and Design Diploma Level 3 – 1 student | Pass
  • Home Cooking – 6 students across Levels 1 and 2 | 100% pass rate
  • Sport Level 2 – 1 student | Pass
  • UPS L3 Extended Certificate – 1 student | Pass
  • Vocational Studies Level 1 – 4 students | Pass
  • Esports Level 3 Certificate – 1 student | Pass

Functional Skills

Functional Skills continue to support our learners in core subjects:

  • Maths – 3 students across Entry Levels 2–3 and Level 1 | 100% pass rate
  • English – 1 student (Entry Level 3) | Pass

Entry Level Certificates (ELC)

Science remains a popular and successful subject at Entry Level:

  • Science – 5 students across EL1–EL3 | 100% pass rate

Other Qualifications

  • Creative Craft (NCFE Level 1 Award) – 2 students | 100% pass rate

Exam Boards Used

  • AQA
  • Edexcel
  • NCFE
  • OCR

 

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