The Write Time
Independent School
The Write Time is an independent SEN mixed secondary school in South London, catering to students with EHC plans. We believe that academics and personal development go hand-in-hand to promote future success and we strive to meet all of your young person’s needs while helping them achieve.
As an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ school, The Write Time works with multiple local authorities across South London, including Croydon, Bexley, Bromley, Lewisham, Merton, Sutton, and Wandsworth. We are passionate about educating the most vulnerable learners from our community in long-term permanent educational settings.
We are the first and only William Glasser Quality School in the UK!
Who we work with
We believe our students deserve to engage in a curriculum including academic, personal & social, and vocational learning. This is why, as an independent school, we work with students with a variety of additional needs, including (but not limited to): ASD, Asperger’s, ADHD, Global Developmental Delay, PTSD, Dyslexia, and Dyscalculia.
Capacity
We recognise that our community’s young learners achieve more through a smaller classroom environment. With this in mind, our classrooms are on average 8 to 10 students supported by a qualified teacher and a Learning Development Tutor. Both staff plan, facilitate and assess as a team, recognising development against individual targets to ensure each student’s unique needs can always be met.
We Care
The school is an extremely thoughtful and understanding community where leaders consider the wellbeing of all pupils, parents and carers. They go above and beyond in helping pupils and families in need – Ofsted 2023.
It’s Not Until They Know That You Care,
They Will Care About What You Know.
Headteacher's Welcome
Kevan Wayne-Morris
It is a privilege and a pleasure to welcome you to The Write Time Independent School. We are more than just an Independent Special School, we offer a safe and inspiring learning environment where our pupils feel listened to, valued and are provided with the necessary tools to grow and reach their full potential. We know that our pupils need to feel supported; to learn new things, to develop existing understanding, to explore and experience vocational opportunities and to grow aspirations that will see them achieve and be successful as adults.
As the first Glasser School in the UK, we pride ourselves on supporting our pupils using Choice Theory and Reality Therapy as the keys to unlock their potential and achieve their very best. At The Write Time, our dedicated and experienced staff ensure that every pupil follows a bespoke curriculum, one that marries specialist support to an appropriate curriculum that has been purposefully planned to achieve individual goals in academic, vocational and personal development – staff teams focus on EHC targets and ensure that every pupil has access to therapeutic input that meets individual special needs.
At The Write Time, each pupil will work towards achieving a range of externally accredited qualifications, including GCSEs, Functional Skills, Vocational Awards and Certificates and Princes Trust Awards. All pupils will study Maths, English and Science as part of their core curriculum and access the local community to reinforce their learning and experiences.
Our spacious and safe school site enriches our curriculum offer, providing airy learning spaces that enable pupils to fully engage in learning that is experiential, progressive and fully supported by our therapeutic curriculum. The school layout encourages our pupils to feel nurtured, accepted and empowered to take on new challenges throughout their learning journey and be prepared to take their next steps as well-rounded citizens, ready to integrate into society.
The Write Time Independent School Team look forward to welcoming visits from professionals, parents/carers and children. To book a tour of our school, please contact our school office.
“This school is the best thing that has ever happened to our family.”
- Parent
Are You Ready for
Something Better?
Our school’s ethos and culture are based on William Glasser’s Choice Theory and Reality Therapy. As students learn about Choice Theory, they begin to think more deeply about why they do what they do and begin to adjust their behaviour to get what they really want out of every single day. This results in a more fulfilling life.
STUDENTS
If you are a young person who has struggled to settle in an education environment for whatever reason and you want to try something different, The Write Time is here for you.
PARENTS & CARERS
If you are a parent or carer who is seeking an environment where your child can feel love and belonging and will make significant progress, we invite you to get in touch and visit us.
SCHOOL / LA WORKER
If you are a school leader or local authority worker who is seeking the perfect environment for your young learner, please consult with us by email or call.
The things we
Do best
All learners get work experience
Careers advice and guidance is given
Therapeutic interventions are available
Students sustained their positive destination
Since I started at The Write Time, my learning has improved, and I have built a good relationship with my peers and teachers. I believe that they will guide me in the right path and prepare me for college.
Prince
STUDENT
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