WARGRAVE HOUSE SCHOOL AND COLLEGE has received a national award.

The school for individuals with autism and co-existing diagnosis recently gained national recognition as it was awarded the Outstanding Impact Award 2022 at the National Association of Special Schools.

Wargrave House was shortlisted as finalists for Breaking Barriers Award, Innovation Award, and became winners of the Outstanding Impact Award.

The awards celebrate organisations within the sector who deliver high-standard education and offer immersive activities to allow pupils to form and strengthen relationships.

Stuart Jamieson, head of education, said: "We're really pleased that our work is being recognised by NASS who are at the fore front of innovative practice, and I am exceptionally proud of all our learners, students and staff. 

"This is a remarkable achievement and this acknowledgement is a great testimony to our education and therapy teams who ensure we are at the forefront of national developments in providing the best possible learning experiences for all our young people."

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The annual conference, led by the National Association of Independent Schools and Non-Maintained Special Schools, who aim to improve opportunities and standards at schools within the sector, was held on October 6 and October 7 at The Grand Hotel in Brighton.

Wargrave House was announced as winners at the ceremony for having gone "above and beyond" with its pupils.

There to accept the award were Wargrave House special educational needs coordinator Tom Wilkinson, Rebecca Worsley, assistant headteacher, Hannah Orman, occupational therapist, Laura Blair, therapy assistant, and Nicola Brown, education practitioner. 

For further information about Wargrave House School and Sixth Form, email enquiries@wargravehouse.com or call 01925 224899.