Please follow the link to the last Cliffdale Newsletter of this half term. Have a wonderful week off, and we look forward to seeing the children back in school on Monday 1st June:
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A special school for pupils who have a wide range of complex learning needs and autism.
20/05/2026
🌟EverydayWOW moments in Seal class 🦭
Hugo used a different cup during Team time, enjoying the distinct taste of fizzy water compared to blackcurrant squash 🥛
Theodore and Ezekiel have formed a strong friendship this year. It's been wonderful to witness their excitement and interactions together 👬
15/05/2026
☀️🌧️Hi Everyone, it was another fantastic day at Fairthorne yesterday, filled with activities and dodging the showers. After a good sleep, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast of waffles before heading off to make some dens in the woods. We had to have a snack to keep us going after that, and to get us ready for kayaking before a lunch of pasties. In the afternoon, we did the Cliffdale version of pond dipping, which involved getting in the water with the creatures! We also went climbing, which was great fun. That evening, after dinner, we had a good sing and dance around the campfire before another good night’s sleep.
We have a great breakfast of sausage baps to look forward to today, which will set us up for a morning on the bouncy pillow and completing some challenges on the field, before we headed back to school. 🌧️☀️
14/05/2026
Day 1 at Fairthorne! 🎉
What an amazing first day at Fairthorne! Our journey there was smooth, and once we unloaded the bags from the buses, the children quickly settled into their rooms. Soon after, it was time for our first activity, the bouncy pillow! This was a big hit and is scheduled for a repeat later in the week. After lunch, the kids gave archery a try and showcased their incredible balancing and climbing abilities on the obstacle course. We enjoyed a snack break (of course!) before heading to the playpark before dinner. For dinner, we had chicken curry or a jacket potato, which the kids loved, though the ice cream for dessert was the real favorite! That evening, we spent more time at the park before enjoying hot chocolate and prepping for bed. The kids were quite tired, so all the adults were hoping for a peaceful night! We’ll update you on how that turned out! ☁️✨
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Have a lovely weekend!
Here is this week's Cliffdale newsletter. Have a lovely long bank holiday weekend, and we look forward to seeing the children back in school next Tuesday (5th May).
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29/04/2026
🌟EverydayWOW🌟 moment in Orangutan class 🦧
Orangutan class have been just like Felix and Flo this week. They’ve been learning to share their space and resources with one and other. The current theme is "Beside the Seaside," and the children have been exploring the beach-themed tuff tray, using their imaginations and actively engaging in their play.
28/04/2026
EverydayWOW🌟 moments in Hippo class 🦛
Miller wowed us all by independently ordering numbers to 1000 on the whiteboard!
Cayleb showed fantastic knowledge of plants in the Environmental Area, he “planted” a seed, watered it, and proudly told us, “Wow, it’s grown!”
Alexa in Hippo class and Bowie in Panda class did a wonderful job sharing in the Sensory Room. They stayed calm, took turns with the lights, and kindly waved goodbye before heading back to class.
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