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Discovery is a specialist academy in Warwickshire for over 90 children and young people with an autism spectrum condition or an identified social, emotional or mental health need aged 9 – 19 years. We value children as individuals and offer a personalised approach to learning that combines: the nurturing approach of a Primary School the range of curriculum and facilities of a Secondary School a close working relationship with families. Our purpose designed building is light and airy and helps our learners feel more relaxed as they go about their school day. Class size...

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We are always amazed by the talents and skills of our pupils. B has been using art as a way to de-stress. She's really proud of how her technique has improved over a short space of time and so she should be. Always happy to share the great work of our young people. https://t.co/6ICThJ8EBN
@MATDiscovery_ac Nov 25
MacIntyre Dancers teaching the DNA dance at MacIntyre School! #dancedancedance #thisisourDNA https://t.co/uvxpUYf4Qo
@MATDiscovery_ac Nov 25
Never ones to go with the crowd, tomorrow is odd socks day at Discovery for anti-bullying week. https://t.co/hRKA52jF9H
@MATDiscovery_ac Nov 15
Today we asked classes to pay their respects to those who have been lost to war. It was a time to reflect on our own family histories for some, the sacrifices of others and to talk about war in the world today. We will remember them https://t.co/Iq9tAYQFFN
@MATDiscovery_ac Nov 11

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Arrival
The day starts with a welcome to pupils at the school entrance from Senior Leadership. Teaching Staff meet pupils from their cars or taxis and have a chat on the way to their classroom. Staff are available to chat to parents and carers.
Lessons begin
Pupils are settled into their class rooms and the school day begins. Class teams use visual timetables, sensory breaks and refreshments to facilitate learning. Not all learning happens in the class room - there are quiet spaces around the school, off site activity and fresh air breaks when needed.
Lessons continue
A variety of learning activities take place to keep children engaged throughout the day. The school has dedicated learning spaces for Science, Food Technology, Art, Drama, Sports and Design Technology.
Lunch time
Lunch is prepared on site by caterers who serve hot meals in the hall for pupils. Timings are staggered so that there is a calm and steady pace to meal times - still allowing time to interact with friends.
Offsite Activity
There are lots of opportunities across the week that take place in small groups off site. Pupils enjoy swimming, horse riding, AT7 Centre (for sports), soft play and other activities that add value to classroom based learning.
End of the day
The school day ends at 3.15pm and pupils are supported by their teaching staff to their taxis and cars. It is another opportunity for parents and carers to chat to any of the school staff.

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Meet the staff

Emily Hopkins-Hayes

Executive Principal

Senior Leadership Team

Tony Leigh

Head of School

Senior Leadership Team

Lauren Ault

Assistant Principal

Senior Leadership Team

Jinny Cumiskey

Assistant Principal

Senior Leadership Team

Matt Clark

Teacher - Phase Leader

Teaching and Learning Team

Chris Harlan-Marks

Assistant Principal

Senior Leadership Team

Aaron Knight

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teaching and Learning Team

Aarron Forsyth

Teaching Assistant

Teaching and Learning Team

Abby Coe

Administration Assistant

Administration and Facilities Team

Adam Bannister

Teaching Assistant

Teaching and Learning Team

Adam Doughty

Class Teacher

Teaching and Learning Team

Amy Garnham

Data & Exams Officer

Administration and Facilities Team

Brandon Walker-Benson

Teaching Assistant ICT

Teaching and Learning Team

Cathy King

Lead Teacher for Maths

Teaching and Learning Team

Charlotte Davies

Teaching Assistant

Teaching and Learning Team

Claire Frances

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teaching and Learning Team

Daniel Morris

Teacher of Science

Teaching and Learning Team

Danni Gee

Compassionate Schools Coach

Specialist Team

Dannie Harrison

Teaching Assistant

Teaching and Learning Team

David Preedy

Facilities Assistant

Administration and Facilities Team

Dawn Doughty

Family Footings Facilitator

Specialist Team

Debbie Dunnachie

Teaching Assistant

Teaching and Learning Team

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