On entering our P14 class our students will experience a range of opportunities to help them to decide their futures beyond Barndale. We organise visits to a range of different provisions in our area, from Berwick to Newcastle/North Tyneside. There are a huge range of establishments which offer practical, academic and supported internship places. We also have contact with a range of adult social care providers who welcome visits from school, as well as parents.

We would recommend that conversations around next phase changes start when your child is approx 14/15 so that we can help to support and match their interests/aspirations accordingly.

If your child is 16 (Y11) during the academic year you will be asked at your annual EHCP if you wish a phase change, the options would be to remain at Barndale or name an alternative education setting.

If your child is 18 (Y13) during the academic year you will be asked at your annual EHCP review to name your choice of next setting, either educational or social care (your child will need to have a social worker in place for this option)..

If you have any questions with regards to your childs' next steps please contact Sarah or Faye via admin@barndale.uk. We will endeavour to help in any way we are able.