The Link School

Since 2025, Joe Shepherd MA (music therapy). 'Delighted' to be joining a school with such an extensive reputation for its dedication to the care, education and development of its pupils. Follows in the footsteps of the well-liked Sandy Turner, with

From 4+, applications are made via local authorities, an EHCP stating the primary need as speech, language and communication. A number also have autistic spectrum conditions, some with a pathological demand avoidance profile. Pupils may also have

At age 11+, majority move onto The Link senior school, a few to other schools including Sherwood Park and Cliftonhill. At 16+, some choose to go to local colleges, eg Sutton and District Training or NESCOT. But most stay on for the sixth form and

A special school for children with complex communication needs, autism and co-occurring conditions including some physical and sensory. Forward thinking and innovative staff are extremely flexible in their approach to gaining the trust and

All rooted in the nature and culture of the school. Alongside academic subjects, The Link ensures individuals are accessing the right levels of therapy for learning and language development, communication, life and social skills. Part of the

Lovely light art rooms, where parents say children enjoy and benefit from the range of artistic and creative projects. ‘Always something inviting going on,‘ said one. Pupils have access to mixed media, painting, drawing, sculpture and pottery. Last

Imaginative range of games and exercises are devised by inspirational PE staff to encourage everybody whatever their fitness level to have a go and join in. Some, particularly younger ones, are a bit reluctant to try new things out, ‘But once they do

The key to the school's success is a flexible approach. If something doesn’t work, they change it; if somebody needs something adapted, it’s adapted. Therapies are integrated across the curriculum and school day, so typically you might see OTs

All carefully designed towards developing positive relationships, self-esteem, inclusion in the school community and each pupil having a wellbeing plan. Great importance is placed on pupils being able to manage emotional regulation and their sensory

A wide mix of families from all backgrounds living in south-west London and Surrey. Most pupils arrive by local authority taxis so school finds a variety of ways to introduce parents to each other and ensure they can engage with all the happenings at

Funded by local authorities via EHCPs. The Link Association for fundraising helps towards the purchase of equipment and school trips.

A school for speech, language and communication needs, autistic spectrum conditions, some with pathological demand avoidance and secondary co-occurring conditions. Seamlessly integrated personalised teaching and therapies ensure a happy, safe and