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WELCOME TO REDGATES SCHOOL

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The School Playground will be open Saturday morning 19/07/2025 10am - 12pm

On behalf of our pupils, staff and governors I would like to welcome you to Red Gates School. We have the specialist knowledge, skills and resources to meet the needs of pupils aged 4-11 years with severe learning difficulties and complex needs.

We are a warm and welcoming school and proudly consider ourselves as a big happy family with our pupils at the centre of everything we do.

I have been a proud member of the Red Gates family for over 19 years, we have an amazing team of staff who I am now incredibly fortunate to lead. The Red Gates team are highly dedicated, nurturing and skilled to deliver the best support for our pupils.

Our team go above and beyond to support our pupils and their families, ensuring every pupil receives a personalised approach to our curriculum so they can be the very best they can be both academically and holistically.

Our pupils are all unique in each and every way and we are incredibly proud of all they do and achieve on their journey with us and beyond.

In addition to viewing our website, we warmly invite you to come and visit our very special school to find out more. To arrange this please call or email the school office.

Head Teacher - Melissa Hendry
Head Teacher - Melissa Hendry

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Testimonials

"Every day, in every way, we are aiming to get better and better in our practice for all our pupils and each other" teacher May 2025

“I love working at Red Gates, it never feels like a job for me it’s where I feel I belong. Being a part of such an incredible school has taught me so much. I love working with everyone and most importantly love being able to give all the children different opportunities. It’s a magical place!” TA May 2025

“Seeing the world through the eyes of our amazing children and being part of their Red Gates journey is a good enough reason to wake up every morning.” LTSA May 2025

“I left feeling such joy seeing how happy your children are - what an incredible school you have!” Outreach participant April 2025

“Many Thanks for facilitating our visit to Red Gates. It was lovely see the school in action and talk to your passionate and knowledgeable staff.” TA from local mainstream school April 2025

“We have lots of ideas which we hope to implement. Thanks for all your support throughout the outreach process, we can feel ourselves strengthening and are very appreciative of you sharing your time and expertise.” Teacher at a local mainstream school May 2025

“Our daughter has thrived at Red Gates. She is happy, confident, and her language has increased tenfold. This is all down to the work of the team. She is treated with such kindness, thought and compassion. When she has struggled, we have been left with a real sense that the team has explored at length the best way to support her: it has mattered to them as much as it matters to us. It is in this nurturing environment that she has come into her own. She is starting to try new things that previously she wouldn't contemplate. She's joined the choir! We see the positive impact every day at home in how she communicates, engages with others, and listens (and of course sings!). Parent May 2025

"We are very grateful to the Red Gates team. We are delighted with our daughter's progress, and that most importantly, she is happy at Red Gates. There is no doubt in this respect: she runs into school most days.” Parent June 2025

“Red Gates no one is left behind.” Parent May 2025

“Red Gates School has become for my son his little paradise, his own place under the sun, where he feels safe and happy, and a place where we, as parents, receive professional advice, understanding and support. We cannot describe our gratitude for the positive attitude, friendly atmosphere and relevant information that we receive there daily. Thank God we found you.” Parent June 2025

“My son loves coming to school and looks forward to it every day. He has made significant progress with his communication, understanding and relationships. Red Gates has been incredibly impressive and absolutely great in keeping us updated about his progress at all times. The teachers and teaching assistants are amazing and supportive.” Parent May 2025

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Red Gates School

Farnborough Ave, South Croydon, CR2 8HD

 

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0208 651 6540