Elmley Dray School is dedicated to supporting children and young people aged 9 to 19 who require a nurturing and specialist learning environment to help them reach their full potential.
At Elmley Dray School, we provide a specialist education for children and young people who are:
- Diagnosed with autism or display autistic traits
- Experiencing sensory processing differences
- Living with social, emotional, and mental health needs such as anxiety
- Disengaged from mainstream education due to low attendance or negative experiences
School Day
08:15 - 08:30 - Morning life skills (optional session where students practise independence by preparing a healthy snack)
08:30 - 15:00 - School day
We Understand
Many of the children and young people we meet tell us they feel anxious, misunderstood, and unable to cope, often with low self-esteem and a sense of disconnection from education.
We Think Differently
Elmley Dray School offers an individualised and empowering education, designed to celebrate every learner’s unique strengths. We help our children and young people:
- Build confidence in who they are
- Recognise their individuality as something to be proud of
- Feel valued as part of a supportive, inclusive, and growing community
Our Commitment
We are passionate about the holistic development of every child and young person. As a compassionate, values-driven, and innovative school, we challenge ourselves and our learners to be the very best they can be, every single day.
Our highly skilled and dedicated team works tirelessly to remove barriers to learning, nurture potential, and inspire ambition. We understand that thinking differently is a strength, and we celebrate it.
We Listen
When shaping our school, we didn’t just rely on professionals, we listened carefully to the voices of children, young people, and their families.
We know that the right environment makes all the difference; that’s why Elmley Dray School is designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and supportive, giving every learner the opportunity to thrive, achieve, and succeed.
Come and Visit Elmley Dray School
We would love to show you our school in action. Come and see how we nurture potential and inspire futures every day.
Please note all tours of the school must be booked in advance to guarantee we have a member of staff available. All young people that attend our school are required to have an EHCP issued by KCC.
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