Endeavour Co-Operative Academy

Special school for pupils 5-19 with moderate learning difficulties and complex needs, small classes of maximum 13 pupils, all pupils have an EHCP

“We are a special school that caters for pupils from 5-19 with moderate learning difficulties and complex needs. We offer 154 places with small, well-staffed classes.”

Endeavour is a special school for pupils aged 5-19 with Moderate Learning Difficulties.

“Endeavour is a special school for children with Moderate Learning Difficulties aged between 5 to 19.”

School works with a range of external professionals and agencies (nursing, social care, CAMHS, speech and language therapy, therapy providers, mentoring, counselling) to support pupil wellbeing and mental health.

“Endeavour Co-operative Academy works with a variety of professionals and agencies to ensure additional support for our learners and families when necessary to enhance wellbeing and mental health. These may include: specialist nursing team, social care, CAMHS, speech and language therapy, Kids Inspire therapy, BSCWT (mentoring service), music therapy, counselling, pets as therapy”

Ofsted 2023 found safeguarding arrangements effective, with a well-trained team supporting the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) and staff confident in managing concerns.

“Leaders have recently expanded the safeguarding team. As such, the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) is supported by a well-trained team, confident to identify and help pupils when needed.”

Learners on a vocational childcare pathway gain work-experience with children in music and play sessions

“As part of their vocational childcare pathway, they support music and play sessions, gaining valuable experience of working with children and young people in a nurturing and inclusive environment.”

School frames employer exposure as a vital part of its careers education offer

“Providing our learners with exposure to the world of work is a vital part of our careers education offer.”

Galliford Try delivered a session on construction careers to KS4 learners

“KS4 learners recently enjoyed a visit from Galliford Try, who delivered an engaging session about careers within the construction industry.”

Ethos emphasises a broad, balanced Life Skills curriculum promoting independence in a safe, secure, happy environment.

“We strive to offer a broad and balanced curriculum based on Life Skills which promotes independence in a safe, secure, happy learning environment.”

The school states a named philosophy of Explore, Develop, Refine and Apply, centred on the child.

“Our philosophy is Explore, Develop, Refine and Apply.”

The school's Sixth Form operates on a separate site (Chadwick Centre) from the main school.

“Our Sixth Form is based at the Chadwick Centre a few minutes walk on Riseway, Brentwood.”

Sixth Form ICT Vocational group visited Southend Airport as part of vocational coursework

“Our Sixth Form ICT Vocational group recently enjoyed a visit to the Holiday Inn Southend at London Southend Airport.”

Students are exposed to post-school pathways including higher education, apprenticeships, and supported internships.

“Students are exposed to a range of post-school pathways, including higher education, apprenticeships, and supported internships.”