Helping children develop with confidence and joy

Welcome to Northstar Nurture School, a specialist provision supporting children and young people aged 7 to 16 with autism and complex additional needs. We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and highly structured environment where every pupil is valued, understood and supported to achieve their full potential.  

Our personalised curriculum is built around three flexible pathways Discover, Navigate and Journey ensuring that learning is carefully matched to each pupil’s developmental stage, communication needs and emotional readiness. This approach enables pupils to make meaningful progress in engagement, communication, emotional regulation, independence and academic learning. 

At Northstar, we place strong emphasis on wellbeing, positive relationships and high-quality teaching. Therapeutic approaches are embedded across the school day, supporting pupils to access learning and develop the skills they need for life beyond the classroom. Progress is measured holistically, recognising growth in confidence, independence, communication and personal development alongside academic achievement. 

We work in close partnership with families, professionals and external agencies to ensure a joined-up approach to each child’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Together, we strive to provide consistently high standards of care, education and support, enabling every pupil to thrive. 

We are proud of our nurturing ethos, our skilled and dedicated staff team, and our commitment to supporting every child on their unique learning journey.