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 Ifield School is a Foundation co-educational special school for pupils

aged 4 to 19 years.

We aim to provide an outstanding and supportive learning environment: one which allows everyone to achieve their best, with high self-esteem and respect for others in the community, so that they are able to take their place in society with confidence and pride. Our aim is to value, support and challenge our pupils to achieve success. 

Provision

Ifield Life

Ifield Life

The best way to learn any skill is to take every opportunity to practise and Ifield Life offers pupils the opportunity to do just that.  The three bedroom, fully equipped wooden bungalow is situated within the grounds of Ifield School.

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Ifield Smile

Ifield Smile

Ifield SMILE is a consultation, information and training centre.  Professionals from schools, other agencies, parents and carers are welcome to visit the SMILE Centre to attend courses and conferences, seek advice and information or to borrow resources.

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Simon Harrison Woodland

Simon Harrison Woodland

The woodland provides an outdoor classroom where pupils not only learn but also experience the world around them. The natural setting of the woodland encourages pupils' learning and independence.

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Hydro Pool

Hydro Pool

This environment is perfect for pupils who have physical disabilities and restricted movement because it allows them to feel free, comfortable and almost weightless.

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Sensory Room

Sensory Room

The sensory room is a special room designed to develop a child's sense, through special lighting, music, and objects. It can be used as a therapy for children with limited communication skills.

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Sensory Garden

Sensory Garden

Nestling within the quadrangle at Ifield School is our amazing sensory garden.  The garden was designed with learning in mind and is used for quiet contemplation as well as more active pursuits.

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Rainbow Room

Rainbow Room

The Rainbow room has been divided into three different zones; Soft Space, Work Together and Physiotherapy. Pupils at the early levels of communication development and mobility are benefitting from the calm learning environment. Pupils are enjoying having opportunities to develop personalised learning including Intensive Interaction, TacPac and sensory stories.

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Swing Room

Swing Room

The sensory swing room is used by pupils who need the additional rhymical sensory input that is offered by the swing as part of a sensory diet.

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Sensory Circuit Room

Sensory Circuit Room

Sensory circuits are physical activities that help to alert, organise and calm the senses of pupils so that they are ready to engage in learning. 

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  • Ofsted Outstanding
  • Ofsted Outstanding 2012/2013
  • Ofsted Outstanding 2010/2011
  • The Cedar Federation
  • SEN Specialist Schools
  • International School Award
  • Kent County Council
  • Ifield Smile
  • Arts MArk
  • Healthy Schools
  • Sport England
  • iNet
  • Financial Management Standard in Schools
  • Olympic & Paralympic Values
  • RFS