Autism Provision (AP)

Where every child is known, valued, and supported.

At Bradford Christian School, we believe that every child is wonderfully made. Our Autism Provision isn't just a department; it is a supportive sanctuary within our wider school family.

We understand that for many neurodiverse students, the standard school system can feel overwhelming. That’s why we offer the best of both worlds: a calm, specialist environment where anxiety is understood, combined with the opportunity to learn and play alongside peers in our vibrant mainstream community.

How We Work

We don't believe in a "one size fits all" education. Our dedicated team of specialist Teaching Staff and Learning Support Assistants work together to build a curriculum that fits the child—not the other way around.

Whether your child needs intense 1-to-1 support, a quiet place to regulate, or is ready to access mainstream GCSE classes with a little help, we are here to facilitate that journey at a pace that suits them.

A Brief History...

Aims

Provision

Resources

Aims

Nurture First: To provide a safe, loving, and supportive environment where students feel confident enough to learn.
True Inclusion: To include students in mainstream lessons and social times wherever possible, ensuring they feel part of the whole school community.
Individual Growth: To celebrate unique strengths and tailor learning to maximise progress.
Building Independence: To equip students with the confidence and life skills they need to navigate the world.
Partnership: To work hand-in-hand with parents. You are the expert on your child, and we want to walk this journey with you.

Provision

An individual, bespoke timetable

Differentiated work in mainstream lessons

Individual & small group teaching

Subject specialist teachers working in the Secondary AP

Designated Primary Teacher for the Primary AP class

Opportunities for students to work alongside their peers

Speech & Language and Social Communication/Skills intervention

Specialist Play Therapist

Additional trained teaching and support staff

Transition work with Further Education Providers – Bradford Christian School is proud of its ethos of inclusion. All of our AP students spend some time integrating with main school students e.g lunch and break times, selected assemblies, Sports Day, school trips and activities, PE, Middle School Topic and subject lessons as and where appropriate. This helps build their confidence and enables them to take a full part in school life.

Resources

A large dedicated classroom for our Middle School students.

A large dedicated classroom for our Upper School students

A small classroom used for small group work and interventions.

Download our Information booklet (PDF)

Applications

We want to ensure we can fully meet the needs of every child who joins us. Therefore, all students allocated places in the Autism Provision must have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP).

Placements are formally arranged and approved by Bradford Local Authority in consultation with the school. We recommend discussing this with your current SENCo or Caseworker as a first step.