The Link School specialises in meeting the needs of students who have Speech, Language and Communication difficulties and provides placements for students from a wide range of local authorities.
This section provides key information including how the school spends the funding it receives, its policies and procedures, how students perform in exams and assessment, inspection information and the schools self-evaluation.
Our small special school values all our learners equally, recognising their individual strengths, barriers and aspirations. It provides a calm and nurturing environment in which to flourish.
View PageStudents at The Link School often choose to stay on after their Year 11 studies and join our Sixth Form in order to prepare for their adult lives. We also welcome students from other schools who meet our admission criteria.
View PageA Music Therapist is a skilled musician who has completed a Department of Health approved Postgraduate Diploma in Music Therapy.
During the session the child is encouraged to use their voice and to experiment with the various percussion and melodic instruments available. These instruments can all be played by someone with no previous skill to create satisfying and expressive sounds. By responding musically the therapist is able to support and encourage this process of growth and discovery.
Sessions may also include the use of structured activities such as songs or musical games, when appropriate, verbal reflection on the music created or any issue arising.
The aims of Music Therapy are to:
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