Shapwick School

A Warm Welcome

We are delighted to welcome you to our school which is situated on the delightful Somerset levels, near to the coast, the Mendips, Quantocks and Exmoor and thus ideally placed for many activities. As a CReSTeD category ‘SP’ School, Shapwick Senior specialises in supporting boys and girls aged 13 to 16 years whose education has been adversely affected by dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia. Post 16 many pupils choose to stay at Shapwick Sixth Form to continue with the specific support offered. Shapwick employs a team of specialist teachers, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists who deliver to small classes (average size is 8) and individuals.

All children have an IEP (Individual Education Plan) which addresses the needs identified by an educational psychologist and our experienced, specialist staff.

Our pupils are bright and inquisitive but have difficulty with the mechanics of English and Maths, poor classroom skills, making independent working, copying from the board, concentrating and remembering instructions/data challenging. Despite our pupils’ difficulties they also have a range of strengths. We therefore strive to ensure they develop their talents, whether it be personal growth in, for example the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, or academic success of which we are particularly proud. In 2008 75% of pupils achieved five or more GCSEs at grade C or above. The Sixth Form also enjoy impressive results via our partnership with Bridgwater College.

However, don’t just take our word for it, book an appointment and come and see the school in action. We are very proud of our school and the pupils’ success and would love to show you round.

David Walker and Jon Whittock
Joint Headmasters