Residential Life
Residential children can stay at the school four nights a week (Mon-Fri) during the term time. The "family units" have been designed and refurbished to provide bright, homely and practical accommodation for visually impaired children with other disabilities.

The children live in small family groups of 4 or 5 children with two or three houseparents, depending on the needs of the children. Each unit has a large sitting room, kitchen/dining area, 2 bathrooms and individual bedrooms.

The children are encouraged to personalise their bedroom with pictures, posters, photographs and toys. Most of the children have tape recorders and enjoy listening to their favourite music or story tapes at bedtime or during the evening.

Following the end of the school day, there are a number of extra-curricular activities for the children. After tea the children enjoy using local facilities including the sports centre or going to youth club where they can meet new friends.

Eating out is a great favourite for most of the children and they enjoy visits to local cafes and restaurants. The school is situated very close to the local shops. The children like to spend their pocket money on treats or choose their own toiletries.

Children are cared for by experienced houseparents who work together with teachers and therapists to ensure continuity of education and good child care practice.