Ash Field Academy's Residential Program Rated Outstanding

0:00From Lester, this is your March 17th update. Ashfield Academy in Lester has earned the top rating from education inspectors at Offstead for its residential program. The special school jumped from good to outstanding after a visit in January. This covers how kids experience the stays, their progress, safety measures, and leadership quality. Inspectors highlighted how overnight stays help children with complex needs build real independence. Kids are picking up everyday skills like using utensils, making drinks, or handling money for meals. These gains stick with them long-term and boost their daily lives right away. Staff at the school earned high praise for their dedicated care. They nurture each child with high hopes, encouraging big steps forward. The kids themselves act as great role models, motivating each other to try new things when they see Fran succeed. The Academy serves about 160 pupils with physical disabilities, health issues, and related challenges. Its residential side houses up to 18 kids aged 8 to 19, often for one or two nights, weekly or after school care.

1:07It's one of few state-funded spots like this in the UK. School leaders called the rating a huge win, crediting staff efforts and the program's lifeline role for families. They stressed keeping this vital support amid national cuts to similar services. Everyone involved is thrilled with the life-changing impact on vulnerable young people. Support for this episode comes from our sponsor. See the description. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com Made in AI