On 4th November, Suella Braverman MP visited Kingsgate School, a recently established specialist independent school in Fareham. During her visit, Suella was accompanied by Fareham North Councillors Pam Bryant and Louise Clubley.
Suella met with the leadership team, Tim and Amy Rogers, supported by Simon James and Joy Price-Fish, to learn about their promising progress in providing specialist education for boys and girls aged 7 to 14 who have social, emotional and mental health difficulties, as well as other complex needs often associated with autistic spectrum conditions and learning difficulties.
Kingsgate School has an excellent reputation for providing the highest quality of education, therapy, welfare and support. Currently, they provide bespoke education for up to 16 students who have an EHCP (Educational, Health, Care Plan) and come from local families, foster placements, or local children’s homes.
Many students will arrive at the school with challenging behaviours or an inability to cope in a mainstream school placement. Often, students have encountered negative educational experiences or disruption, and consequently lack confidence in their own abilities. Knowing this, Kingsgate offer a safe and nurturing environment combined with high staff to student ratios, to ensure that every student has the opportunity to develop their abilities, share new experiences and to become independent learners.
The family run organisation believes education should be a positive and enjoyable experience, where students feel safe and secure, are proud of their achievements and strive to be an active part of the school and wider community. Suella was impressed by Kingsgate’s high standards of support and welcomed that they’re having a positive impact on their pupils.
Commenting, Suella Said:
“It was lovely to visit Kingsgate Special School in Fareham with Cllrs Pam Bryant and Louise Clubley. This family led school is a wonderful place for children whose circumstances make it difficult to succeed in mainstream schools.
Kingsgate’s team offers the highest quality of education, therapy, welfare and support for their pupils. Upon speaking with some of the students, it’s clear that Kingsgate is succeeding in providing an incredibly supportive and tailored learning environment for each and every one of their students.
My thanks to the excellent leadership team, Tim and Amy Rogers, supported by Simon James and Joy Price-Fish, for all their work in making Kingsgate what it is today.”
