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Today, we proudly celebrate World Down Syndrome Day ππ
At our school, we are reminded every day that inclusion, kindness, and understanding make our community stronger. Our pupils with Down syndrome bring so much joy, resilience, and unique perspective to our classroomsβthey teach us just as much as we teach them and we live and breathe this through our school values.
This day is about more than awareness. Itβs about celebrating abilities, embracing differences, and standing together to create a world where everyone feels valued and included.
Letβs continue to choose kindness, champion inclusion, and celebrate what makes each of us wonderfully unique.
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A piece on our pupilsβ Open Music Award accredited achievements though the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music πΆπβοΈLovely piece on our Open Music Assessment in the latest edition of Music Teacher Magazine: ow.ly/xmYi50YvQja β ... See MoreSee Less
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Our beautiful Teddyβs mum has started a charity, Teddyβs Sleeping Bears , in his memory to support the improvement of child bereavement facilities at Kings Mill Hospital π©΅ give them a follow to show your support and keep in touch with fundraising opportunities. π§Έβ¨Heartbreaking loss of 'bravest little boy' spurs Derbyshire mum to launch Teddy's Sleeping Bears charity aimed at improving children's end of life and bereavement services at hospital ... See MoreSee Less
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Signs of the Week! π€
Our signs of the week are:
- To Break
- To Build
- To Build / Construct
- To Cut (with scissors)
- To Teach
Watch the video to see some of our amazing students demonstrating this week's signs!
Why not practise these signs at home with your children? Learning Makaton together is a great way to support communication skills and have fun as a family!
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β¨ What a moment to celebrate! β¨
We are so incredibly proud of one of our pupils, who has spent months patiently and lovingly crafting this stunning crystal art picture during her sessions with Treg and Nickaelaπ
She chose a design that mirrors our school logo β and the result is simply breath-taking. Every tiny crystal placed with care, concentration, and real dedication. She also created a beautiful border and a heartfelt message to Josie and our whole school community on the back π«π it will be displayed with pride in school.
These sessions have been such a special space β nurturing mindfulness, building focus, and growing connections with those around her. This piece of art is the perfect reflection of that journey.
By pure coincidence, she completed her masterpiece on Josie's birthday β the most wonderful, unplanned gift! ππ
She should be so proud. This piece of art is truly beautiful π A special shout out goes to Nickaela and Treg too!
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π± What a wonderful moment in our Horticulture classroom last week!
One of our amazing Ash Class pupils had a fantastic time working alongside Matt to plant onion bulbs. After watching and learning from Matt, they went on to plant all by themselves β demonstrating incredible focus, a real sense of pride, and some truly blossoming skills! π§ β¨
We love seeing our pupils grow in confidence and independence β both inside and outside the classroom.
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Signs of the Week! π€
Our signs of the week are:
- Animal
- To Model / Create
- Science
- Experiment
- To Explore
Watch the video to see some of our amazing students demonstrating this week's signs!
Why not practise these signs at home with your children? Learning Makaton together is a great way to support communication skills and have fun as a family!
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π’ We're Hiring! Class Teacher β Alfreton Park School π
Due to our exciting expansion, we want YOU to come and grow with us!
Alfreton Park is a lively, successful special school for pupils aged 2β19 with severe and profound learning difficulties. We're proud of the incredible outcomes we achieve for our young people every day β and this isn't your average teaching job. It's challenging, rewarding, and genuinely life-changing.
We're looking for someone who is:
β Flexible, enthusiastic and energetic
β Creative, inspiring and not afraid of a challenge
β Committed to high expectations for ALL pupils
β Passionate about SEND education
π Key Details:
π Location: Alfreton Park School
π° Salary: MPS Β£32,916 β Β£45,352 | UPS Β£47,472 β Β£51,048
π Full Time | Permanent | 1.0 FTE
π Closing Date: 12 April 2026
Job Reference - JOB/26/00692
This is a truly rewarding role for someone who wants to make a real difference in young people's lives and help prepare them for adulthood. Think this could be you? π
Come and see what makes Alfreton Park such a special place to work! π
#NowHiring #TeachingJobs #SENDJobs #SpecialEducation #AlfretonParkSchool #SENCareers #Derbyshire
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βπ Happy Employee Appreciation Day! πβ
Today we celebrate the most incredible staff here at Alfreton Park School π
Our pupils are so incredibly lucky to be surrounded by people who show up every single day with patience, passion, and so much love.
Every day you show up, you inspire, support, and change lives. π
And to every member of our team β you are lucky to have each other too. The heart you pour into this school together makes Alfreton Park truly special. π
Our school values say it all:
π€ We Are Caring
π¦ We Are Brave
π We Aim High
And every single day, our team goes above and beyond to bring these values to life β in every action, every smile, and every moment they give. ππ
Thank you. You are appreciated more than words can say. π
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