Your child’s health and well-being are always our top priority. We provide professional, attentive medical care for both our day and boarding pupils in our fully equipped First Aid Centre, staffed by appropriately qualified first aid personnel.

• Care for Boarders: Our boarding pupils are registered with a local medical practice in Selby, ensuring they have full access to professional healthcare, medical advice, and routine oversight whenever needed.

• Open, Two-Way Communication: We believe in complete transparency when it comes to your child’s health. We will always reach out to parents and guardians if any health concerns arise, and we actively welcome families to contact us with any updates, questions, or medical needs.

By working closely with parents, we ensure every child receives the right care, support, and attention to feel safe, comfortable, and well looked after every day.

At Read School, we believe that every child has unique talents, perspectives, and potential. Many families choose our school because of our dedicated commitment to helping every pupil flourish- academically, socially, and personally.

Every child is respected, valued, and encouraged to contribute to our school community and the wider world. We provide a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum designed to nurture individual strengths while preparing pupils for successful futures.

The Inclusive Learning Department (The Base)

The Base exists to ensure every pupil has the tailored support they need to succeed. We recognise that many young people require a little extra input at different stages—whether that is short-term booster support for a specific challenge or ongoing guidance throughout their school journey.

We welcome and support a diverse range of learning profiles and needs, including:

• Neurodivergent learners & specific learning differences (such as Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, ADHD, and Autism)

• Speech, language, and communication needs

• Sensory, physical, or medical conditions

• Social, emotional, and mental health needs

• Gifted and Talented learners seeking advanced challenge and stretch

• Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plans or targeted learning plans

• Gaps in knowledge resulting from moves or changes in schooling

Our commitment to quality was highlighted in our Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) report, which noted that "pupils, including those with SEND or EAL, achieve well and make good progress relative to their starting points."

Flexible, Targeted Support

As an inclusive school, our pupils learn alongside their peers in the classroom wherever possible. However, when specialised, individual focus helps boost confidence and attainment, we provide tailored provision based on individual needs:

• In-Classroom Support: High-quality teaching adaptations and dedicated support to keep learning accessible and engaging.

• Targeted Intervention: Small group workshops and one-to-one tuition to raise confidence and attainment in key areas.

• Individual Action & Provision Mapping: Clear, personalised learning plans tailored specifically to your child’s goals.

• Pastoral & Emotional Guidance: Access to continuous pastoral care and counselling to nurture self-esteem.

Partnering with Families

We know that the best outcomes happen when parents, pupils, and teachers work together as a team. We maintain open, transparent communication and welcome early conversations with both current and prospective families to explore how Read School can best support your child.

Read School is proud to be a vibrant, globally minded community. Every international pupil who joins us brings a rich cultural perspective that deeply enhances daily life for our entire school family.

Whether children join us in the Prep School, step into Senior School, or enter directly into our Sixth Form, we provide a welcoming environment where they settle quickly, build lasting friendships, and thrive academically. In recent years, we have had the privilege of welcoming families from across the globe, including Hong Kong, mainland China, Vietnam, Germany, Thailand, Japan, UAE, Malaysia, Ukraine, Spain, and beyond.

Tailored English Pathways & Recognised Qualifications

Our dedicated EAL specialists provide direct English language tuition alongside subject-specific classroom support, ensuring pupils build fluency for daily school life while earning internationally recognised credentials:

• Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9): Younger pupils adapt rapidly and receive targeted EAL sessions integrated seamlessly into their weekly schedules.

• Key Stage 4 (Years 10 & 11): Year 10 pupils work toward the Cambridge PET (Preliminary English Test), progressing in Year 11 to the Cambridge First Certificate (FCE)—both testing comprehensive speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.

• Sixth Form (Years 12 & 13): Sixth Form students prepare for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) examination, opening doors to top UK and global universities.

Social Well-Being & Cultural Celebration

We know that moving to a new country and studying in a second language is a big milestone. Our EAL department provides dedicated pastoral support to ensure pupils feel supported every step of the way:

• Settling In: We guide international students through British culture, school routines, and campus life so they feel at home from day one.

• Celebrating Diversity: We regularly celebrate our multi-cultural heritage through social events and whole school events, for example 'International Day of Language'

At Read School, our international pupils are warmly welcomed, celebrated for their unique contributions, and fully supported toward bright, global futures.

Preparing for the Real World & Beyond

At Read School, education goes far beyond the classroom. Our Careers Education and Guidance program equips pupils with the real-world skills, self-awareness, and industry knowledge needed to navigate future study options and launch fulfilling careers.

A Progressive Careers Journey (Years 7–11)

Embedded within our PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic) curriculum, our structured careers program helps pupils discover their strengths, explore dynamic career pathways, and plan for key transitions:

• Years 7–9 (Exploration): Pupils build self-awareness, explore different industries, and discover how their personal interests align with future opportunities.

• Years 10 & 11 (Focus & Choice): As pupils prepare for GCSEs and future post-16 choices, focus shifts to strategic action planning. Pupils benefit from:

  • Independent Expert Guidance: One-to-one sessions with our external, professional careers advisor.

  • Leadership Mentoring: Dedicated interviews with the Headteacher and Deputy Head to discuss future pathways.

  • Morrisby Profiling: Access to the leading online Morrisby careers platform to match personality traits and strengths with potential career paths.

Annual Careers Fair: Connecting with Industry

Every year, Read School hosts a vibrant Careers Fair featuring over 40 local companies, employers, and industry leaders. Pupils get the opportunity to network, explore diverse career paths, and gain firsthand advice on how to stand out in university and job applications.

Sixth Form & Higher Education Support

For our Sixth Form students, career guidance becomes highly personalised to ensure a smooth transition to university, degree apprenticeships, or the world of work:

• UCAS & Higher Education Guidance: Sixth Form tutors, academic departments, and the Head of Sixth Form offer comprehensive, individual support throughout the university application process.

• University & Funding Insights: Regular visits from university experts and industry leaders cover essential topics, including student finance, apprenticeship choices, and university selection.

• Specialist Pathways Mentoring: Students applying for highly competitive fields- such as Medicine, Veterinary Science, or Law- as well as those applying to Oxford and Cambridge, receive tailored, one-to-one mentoring, mock interviews, and application support.

Through early exploration, expert guidance, and strong industry links, we empower every pupil to step confidently into higher education and the modern workplace.