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Directors: Harriet Appleby, Joseph Appleby and Andrea Kissenisky Registered in England no: 4074346 Registered office: 372 Chanterlands Avenue, Hull, HU5 4ED Horton Education and Care is a trading name and the sunflower device is a trademark. © Copyright 2014 Horton Establishments Limited, United Kingdom. All rights reserved.

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Severe Learning Difficulties Head Office Southlands Hall Challenging Behaviour 75 Thwaite Street Cottingham Emotional Behaviour Difficulties East Yorkshire HU16 4RD Social Behaviour Difficulties Tel: 0844 288 7005 Specific Learning Difficulties Fax: 0844 288 7006 Email: [email protected] www.hortongroup.co.uk

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Welcome...... 2 Mission & Objectives...... 3 Location...... 4 CONTENTS Staffing / Resources...... 7 Admissions...... Welcome ...... 9 2

Ethos & Values...... Mission Statement ...... 11 5 Education...... 13-14 Aims and Objectives ...... 5 Recreation...... 15 Location ...... 6 Care...... 17 Therapeutic TechniquesResources...... 19 8

Support & Child ProtectionEducation...... and Care ...... 19 12 Policies & Procedures...... 21 Curriculum ...... 17 Contact Information...... 23 Welfare and Safeguarding ...... 20

Ethos and Values ...... 20

MissionAdmissions Statement ...... 21

We will support children andPlacement young people Procedure through ...... their difficulties in order 21 for them to live as full and as rich a life as possible. Reviews of Placement Plans ...... 21 objectivesContact Information ...... 23

As a specialist provider of education and care, we have a number of aims which we hope will enable our pupils to achieve the following:

Develop their knowledge and skills

Manage their behaviour appropriately

Participate in a wide range of activities: recreational, sporting and cultural

Access to a range of services: social, recreational, educational and employment

Work together with their colleagues and make a positive contribution to the school

Develop their personal qualities

3 4 Mission Statement

Horton Education and Care supports children, young people and adults through their difficulties, fosters their ability to manage their own behaviour, and develops their knowledge, skills and independence, enabling them to live as full and rich a life as possible.

AIMS and OBJECTIVES

As a specialist provider of education and care, our objectives are to:

Create a stable, calm, safe and secure living and learning environment Offer a structured, systematic, holistic and individualised approach to education and care Develop knowledge and core skills Provide access to a broad, balanced and differentiated National Curriculum Employ positive behaviour management techniques Develop skills to manage their own behaviour effectively Participate in a wide range of activities: recreational, sporting, cultural and community-based Access to a range of services: social, recreational, educational and employment

Work together with their peers and staff to make a positive contribution to the school, home and wider community

Develop their personal qualities Develop functional skills Access a School Leavers Programme and post 16 education which includes life skills, vocational training, work experience, college courses and careers guidance

Provide continuous development of personal, social, and independence skills throughout adulthood

5 Location

To Wawne Sutton Road Hilltop Farm To Beverley

Carlam Lane Wawne Road

Beverley Road A1079 A1174 To Beverley, York & North (A64/A1)

Kingswood Retail Park

John Newton Way

Thomas Clarkson Way

Hall Road Beverley Road Southlands Hall & Lodge

Beverley

Greenwood Avenue Endike Lane Sutton Road

Thwaite Street Endike Lane Hull Road

Hall Road Bentley Stockholm Road Grove

Leads Road B1233 A1079

Bricknell Avenue Cottingham Road

Clough Road Newland Avenue Newland

Beverley Road Chamberlain Road

Bank Side

Chanterlands

Avenue Chanterlands Avenue Victoria Avenue Fountain Road James Reckitt Avenue Cleveland Street

Bridlington Ave

To Hornsea & Bridligton

Princes Avenue

Wincolmlee To Willerby Spring Bank A165 Spring Bank West Walton Street Holderness Road Freetown Way Witham

Ferensway KC A1033 Hull Stadium Train/Bus College To Anlaby Station To Docks, Princes Quay Anlaby Road Retail Ferry & Hedon Castle Street The Deep

Marina

To Humber Bridge, Doncaster & South (M18/A1/M1), River Humber Leeds & West (M62) Clive Sullivan Way A63

6 Horton Education and Care operates from four sites in Hull and East Yorkshire, where we provide specialist education, training and residential care for individuals of both sexes.

We cater for children, young people and adults who present with emotional behavioural difficulties, severe to moderate learning difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder, challenging behaviour, ADHD and various other special needs.

As a progressive organisation we actively promote equality, diversity, inclusion and cultural acceptance. southlands hall & lodge cottingham

Southlands Hall is a large manor house situated in the village of Cottingham on the outskirts of the City of Hull. Southlands Lodge is also situated in the grounds of Southlands Hall.

Chanterlands Avenue Hull

Chanterlands Avenue is a small site in a leafy suburb on the outskirts of the City of Hull, with good transport links and access to shops and local amenities.

Bentley Grove Hull

Bentley Grove site is situated close to our Chanterlands Avenue site.

Victoria Avenue Hull

Victoria Avenue site is a Victorian house in The Avenues conservation area within the City of Hull.

Hilltop Farm Wawne

Hilltop Farm is a large site situated on the outskirts of the City of Hull, close to Wawne village and surrounded by extensive playing fields in a tranquil setting.

7 Resources Staffing

Horton Education and Care has a rigorous recruitment and selection process, which complies with current equal opportunities and employment legislation. We employ personnel of the highest caliber and in sufficient numbers to ensure our service is delivered in a professional manner to agreed quality standards. We provide staff of both sexes and a staffing ratio of 3:1, with a number of 1:1 and 2:1 ratios, as required.

Each of our facilities has a designated site manager and an extensive team of managers, along with specialist teaching and care staff. Our key personnel have wide experience and knowledge in working with children, young people and adults who have a variety of specific needs.

8 Supervision and Training

We believe that our people are our most important asset. Our ability to deliver an outstanding service is closely linked to the motivation, knowledge and skills of our staff team. We place great emphasis on their supervision, training and development.

The level of training we provide internally and externally enables our staff to undertake their duties in a way that improves the quality of life of each individual in our care.

Our schools and homes accommodate children, young people & adults who present with:

Autistic Spectrum Severe Learning Difficulties

Emotional Difficulties Social Behaviour Difficulties

Behaviour Difficulties Specific Learning Difficulties

9 10 Therapeutic Intervention

Horton Education and Care provides targeted learning support. We employ staff specialised in Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia who format and deliver appropriate programmes of work. All individuals have access to a counselling service should this be agreed with them. We also have service level agreements with educational and clinical psychologists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists to support the needs of the children, young people and adults.

Person-Centered Approach

At Horton Education and Care we are proud of the fact that we have created warm and friendly homes and schools with quality caring staff. Our positive approach, reward system, informed choice and non-aversive approach support the development of positive relationships, understanding, empathy and the development of self-esteem.

Support

We tailor all our provision to the changing needs of the individual throughout each stage of their development. We actively encourage and support children, young people and adults to have an input into the operation of the school and home, through formal and informal means; this includes personal tutor meetings, student/resident meetings, consultation with staff members of their choice and access to an independent person, as stipulated under our ‘Children’s Rights Policy’.

Characteristics of our service are based upon assessment of need, taking into account personal choices, aspirations and abilities. This results in an Individual Education Plan, an Individual Behaviour-Support Plan and a Care Plan, which are responsive to the changing needs of the individual. For year 10 and particularly year 11 students, emphasis is placed upon developing the skills required for their future, whether in further education, employment or training. This is then developed further within our adult service and the provision of a tailored independence programme.

11 Overall aims and philosophy of education and care

Horton Education and Care provides residential homes and special schools with a warm, caring environment in which students are able to acquire a broad, balanced range of knowledge and skills, develops their qualities and lifestyle as individuals and effectively manage their behaviour.

12 Care

Our provision of care is guided and informed by the statutory regulation and guidance.

We provide a family environment within each of our schools and homes with familiar staff to establish continuity. Our staff focus on building positive relationships, as this is recognised to be an essential factor with long-lasting implications for academic and social development.

The health and welfare of each person is of paramount importance. Our duty to children, young people and adults, their parents, guardians and authorities is to ensure the care, protection and well-being of each individual placed in our care.

In order to achieve this we:

Develop and follow carefully formulated care plans, behaviour guidelines and programmes, relevance of which are continually re-assessed

Hold regular reviews Welcome visits from family, guardians and other key parties Promote equal opportunities, welfare and safeguarding and a non-aversive approach, through training, supervision and adherence to our policies, procedures and guidelines family contact

Whilst children, young people and adults are accommodated with us it is important they have the opportunity to maintain, re-establish and/or develop links with their families. We actively encourage appropriate contact and arrangements will be agreed with the placing authority subject to the relevant legal framework.

13 1416 Education

Horton Education and Care provides education to students aged from 5-16+. Our facilities can be extended up to the age of 19 if it is considered to be in the students’ best interests.

We offer a broad curriculum tailored to individual needs to help our students achieve their full potential at the school. This includes:

Functional Skills in English and Maths from Entry Level to Level 2 ECDL- computer skills at beginner, intermediate, advanced and professional levels. It is an employee-recognised qualification of digital literacy across the globe

Opportunities to study for GCSEs, Vocational Skills, Entry Level Certificates and AQA Unit Awards

Regular residential and day trips Celebrating achievements through school assemblies and weekly and annual prize giving ceremonies

Horton Education and Care offers play therapy as part of the support available to any individual in our care who might benefit from the chance to explore personal issues or who may be experiencing difficulties.

We also have a sensory room facility aimed at creating stimulating and yet calming atmosphere for students with special needs. It is extremely valuable to children and young people on the autistic spectrum.

Horton Education and Care 16+ provision is accommodated as part of the main school, with access to satellite facilities in the community such as colleges and training providers. It is designed to meet the needs of its EBSD, SLD, MLD, sensory difficulties and ASD students as they reach 16.

In KS5 and beyond, we aim to build on experiences gained in KS4, extending opportunities for the development of choices, independent living and social skills, and providing opportunities for vocational / work-related learning. Off-site, work-related experiences ensure that students have the opportunity to meet and learn from people who have different work skills.

We offer education in the adult residential homes with opportunities to gain recognised qualifications combined with work experience. We put particular emphasis on the development of independence skills and community integration.

15 16 Curriculum Plan

Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of the individual student and enables access to the National Curriculum. This forms the foundation of all the subjects on offer and entails having the opportunity to acquire a broad and balanced range of knowledge and skills through appropriate and effective teaching.

The interests of our students dictate what is offered in the school, to ensure that each individual gets the most out of their school years. Furthermore, we endeavour to keep all reasonable options open for future education, training or employment. our aims

In delivering our educational programme we aim to achieve the following:

Provide a broad, balanced curriculum Provide access to the National Curriculum Meet the individual needs of the students Take into account the individual interests of the students Take account of the age, ability and aptitude of each student Enhance and develop individual qualities and lifestyle Develop practical and functional skills Develop independence and promote skills for adulthood Promote physical and mental well-being Support students in the effective management of their behaviour

17 Education curriculum areas

Horton Education and Care seeks to develop the personal qualities of each student and gives due regard to their age, ability and aptitude in a wide range of subjects; these include English, mathematics, science, ICT, humanities, PSHE and citizenship, practical activities such as cookery and woodwork, physical education and religious or moral education. All students are also offered the opportunity to study another language and foreign culture and do cross-curricular projects to make their learning more meaningful and enjoyable.

Core Subjects Foundation Subjects Additional Opportunities

English History Outdoor Pursuits

Maths Geography Cookery & Domestic Skills

Science Languages Woodwork

ICT PSHE/Citizenship Horticulture / Rural Science

RE Design & Technology Motor Vehicle Studies

Religious Education Brick Laying

Art, Craft & Photography Painting and decorating

Music College placements from Y9 onwards

Physical Education Work experience

Drama and music

The above activities supplement the curriculum and provide choices for students on our Leavers Programme.

18 Activities Extra Curricular

At Horton Education and Care we accommodate every personal interest and all activities are tailored to the individual.

Recreation and Leisure

Football Archery Pool/Snooker

Basketball Ten Pin Bowling Darts

Swimming Indoor Bowls Cinema

Canoeing Athletics Chess & Indoor Games

Scuba Diving Cycling Motorbike Trail Park

Horse Riding Climbing Go Karting

Fishing Judo Outdoor Survival

Golf Sailing Ice Skating

19 Welfare & Safeguarding

We have designated Child / Adult Protection Co-ordinators who deliver the necessary training to all staff.

Horton Education and Care promotes welfare and safeguarding of all individuals through a holistic school curriculum and a dedicated care programme; we also adhere to a number of policies and procedures in order to protect children, young people and adults in our care from harm.

We operate policies for anti-bullying, anti-discrimination, welfare and safeguarding - amongst others. Authorities, parents / guardians, students and residents all have access and are made aware of these policies. In addition, all residents have telephone numbers in their own rooms of people they can talk to in the event of any problems or concerns, including contact with an independent person for one-to-one advice, Ofsed / CQC and access to our therapeutic provision.

Horton Education and Care employs a positive approach through the use of strategies, methods and training delivered by an accredited provider of positive behaviour management techniques. We employ basic positive rules and rewards to encourage appropriate behaviour.

Rigid fire procedures are adhered to and risk assessments are undertaken for all premises and activities.

Ethos and values

As a dedicated and professional provider of education and care it is our commitment to undertake the following:

Provide a home in the fullest sense of the word Offer 24 hour support 7 days per week for 52 weeks of the year Offer 24 hour support 5/7 days per week during the three school terms Provide short-term respite care, emergency placements and other bespoke packages tailored to the individual needs and circumstances

Offer educational day placements 5 days per week for the three school terms Provide a broad, balanced curriculum and extensive choice of activities Develop independence and enhance personal qualities Manage behaviour effectively with a non-aversive approach Offer the highest quality of life possible for children, young people and adults with emotional and behavioural difficulties, learning difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder, challenging behaviour and many other complex needs

Encourage an active and healthy lifestyles Promote safeguarding, welfare and wellbeing to protect children, young people and adults in our care

20 Admissions

Horton Education and Care is registered as a provider of children and adult’s residential care and education for individuals with special educational needs, social-emotional and behaviour difficulties, learning difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder, ADHD and many other complex needs.

We do not have any special religious or cultural aspects, however, provision will be made for those who wish to follow their cultural & religious beliefs.

The care we provide can be for a short-term or life-long depending on the needs and the circumstances of each individual.

Placement Procedure

The usual placement procedure is as follows:

LEAs generally apply to Horton Education and Care direct. A referral document is completed by the placing authority with details and documentation of any individual they would like to place

We arrange visits and interviews for students, residents, parents / guardians, authorities and any other interested parties

Following the interview a decision is made regarding the placement Subject to acceptance, a contract is drawn up, signed and agreed between Horton Education and Care and the placing authority. Parents or guardians are notified about the proposed date of admission and any relevant documents are forwarded for signatures

Reviews of Placement Plans

The management team at Horton Education and Care ensures that all documentation complies with any legal requirements for care and education.

All information from placing authorities is supplied prior to or on admission including the necessary LAC documentation.

Within 7 days, 28 days and 3 months of admission, and thereafter every 6 months, LAC Placement Plans are reviewed. A statutory annual review is also undertaken in accordance with the SEN Code of Practice.

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