KS4 Resource Base

The Resource Base at Ashton Park School is a specialist provision for students with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) whose primary need is Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). Some students may also have a secondary need such as Autism (ASC).

Access and Environment

Students access the Resource Base through the Local Authority consultation process, usually as part of a Key Stage transfer or annual review.

We provide a structured, supportive and predictable environment for learners who may be working below age-related expectations (often at Key Stage 2 levels in core subjects).

The Resource Base supports students to develop their communication, confidence and independence so they can successfully access school life.

Curriculum

We believe all students are entitled to a broad and balanced curriculum. We use an Assess, Plan, Do, Review approach to regularly evaluate progress and consider our Key Stage 4 offer each year.

As in Key Stage 3, students typically access a blended timetable of learning taking place in the Resource Base and within mainstream lessons. This balance is carefully planned and reviewed to meet individual needs.