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Pond Meadow Academy Trust
We are an outstanding special school with high ambition, committed to best preparing pupils from the moment they join us for life beyond school, which is reflected in our vision and values.
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Say hello to Tilly and Bernie 🐾
After saying goodbye to our lively Pepper last term, we’re excited to welcome two new therapy dogs to the Pond Meadow team — Tilly and Bernie!
They’ll begin their training over the coming months and, once ready, will join Jax and Maddie in supporting our pupils’ wellbeing, emotional regulation and learning across the school. Therapy dogs play such an important role in helping our pupils build confidence, reduce anxiety and develop positive relationships — and we can’t wait for everyone to meet our newest four-legged team members.
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At Pond Meadow, outdoor learning is an important part of how we help our learners build confidence, independence and curiosity about the world around them.
Even as the weather begins to turn, we continue to look for safe and meaningful ways to get outside — whether that’s exploring the school grounds, noticing seasonal changes or visiting local parks.
These experiences support communication, movement, sensory exploration and real-life skills. Every walk, visit and outdoor activity is another opportunity to learn, take part and grow — helping us equip our learners for life.
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Mini Meadows is back for autumn — and we can’t wait to welcome you!
Join us tomorrow, 9 September, for our first Mini Meadows session of the new school year.
These friendly stay-and-play sessions are designed for pre-school children with SEN, or children who are on the pathway to diagnosis.
Little ones can enjoy free play, structured activities and a complimentary snack, while parents and carers have the chance to connect with other local families.
A huge thank you to @theknightsfoundation for helping make these sessions possible through their generous funding.
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WELCOME BACK!
A very warm welcome back to all of our wonderful students, families and staff.
We are so excited to begin a new school year together, filled with learning, friendship, growth and new opportunities to shine.
At Pond Meadow, every step forward matters. We can’t wait to celebrate each achievement, big or small, as our learners continue to build confidence, independence and joy in the year ahead.
Here’s to a positive, happy and inspiring start to the new term.
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Playing outside can support children in so many ways. It can help reduce anxiety, build gross motor skills and offer a calming space to support sensory regulation.
Here are four simple ways to encourage outdoor play:
-Create a quiet space: a small tent or a shady spot under a tree can give children somewhere calm to reset.
-Try messy play: set up outdoor sensory play with mud kitchens, sand, water or natural materials.
-Offer gentle guidance: help children choose how they play to reduce frustration and encourage independence.
-Follow the child’s interests: use chalk for sorting games, bug-hunting kits for nature lovers, or add favourite toys and topics, like plastic dinosaurs or animals.
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