Introduction
Edith Borthwick is a school based in Braintree for pupils aged 3 to 19 years with a range of learning needs including moderate and severe learning difficulties. Two-thirds of pupils aged between three and 11 years are now pupils with autism. The range of need is more varied for older pupils, including large groups of pupils with moderate and severe learning difficulties and autism. Because of their learning difficulties, the pupils enter the school with very low levels of attainment. Nearly all have, or are in the process of, receiving a statement of special educational need.
The school is federated with Southview special school. This was initiated by the two schools in consultation with the local authority. A single governing body is in place for both schools. |
