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A specialised Sanctuary for primary school pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Welcome to Ridge Hill School – a nurturing, neuro-accessible environment where every child is supported to feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.
We follow the Sanctuary model and a Total Communication approach, combining high-quality teaching with positive behaviour support, personalised care, and a strong focus on emotional wellbeing. Our small, specialist setting helps pupils with ASD develop confidence, build relationships, and make meaningful progress both academically and personally.
Encouraging a child’s true potential in a loving and safe environment
At Ridge Hill School, every activity is thoughtfully designed to support our pupils’ emotional wellbeing, communication development, and learning in a calm, sensory-friendly environment.
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Expert Teachers
Andy Hargreaves
Headteacher
Andy Hargreaves
Headteacher
- Phone:01782 357805
- Email:ridgehillschool@first4children.education
Gareth Dixon
SENDCO
Gareth Dixon
SENDCO
Emma Colclough
Class Teacher
Emma Colclough
Class Teacher
- Phone:01782 357805
- Email:ridgehillschool@first4children.education
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Amazing Support Team
Ian Stockton
HLTA
Ian Stockton
HLTA
- Phone:01782 357805
- Email:ridgehillschool@first4children.education
Jamie Byng
Teaching Assistant
Jamie Byng
Teaching Assistant
Rebecca Ellis
School Administrator
Rebecca Ellis
School Administrator
- Phone:01782 357805
- Email:ridgehillschool@first4children.education
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Amazing Support Team
Olivia Gibbs
Teaching Assistant
Olivia Gibbs
Teaching Assistant
- Phone:01782 357805
- Email:ridgehillschool@first4children.education
Ryleigh Miotk
Teaching Assistant
Ryleigh Miotk
Teaching Assistant
Jamie Davies
Maintenance
Jamie Davies
Maintenance
- Phone:01782 357805
- Email:ridgehillschool@first4children.education