Prestley Wood Academy

Prestley Wood Academy is a mixed free special school located in Alconbury Weald, Cambridgeshire, catering to students with specific educational needs. Currently, the school accommodates 65 pupils, with a capacity to expand to 150 over the next few years, depending on demand. The academy focuses on students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) for Severe Learning Disabilities (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), providing tailored educational pathways to support their individual needs.

The academy's ethos centres on fostering a love of learning through a balanced and engaging curriculum that adapts to the unique requirements of each pupil. Prestley Wood Academy prioritises the development of functional life skills, emotional resilience, and personal growth, ensuring that students are prepared for adult life in a diverse society. The school encourages active participation from pupils and their families, allowing students to shape the school's values and culture through the School Council.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Prestley Wood Academy's approach, as it seeks to create an inclusive environment where every voice is valued. The academy is committed to evolving its practices in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and aims to have a lasting positive impact on both its students and the wider community.