Marjory Kinnon School

The school describes itself as a SEND school specifically for autistic children, spanning Reception to Year 11.

“We are a vibrant SEND school for autistic children located in the London Borough of Hounslow with classes from Reception to Year 11.”

School is one of the UK's largest SEN schools, supporting over 300 students aged 4-16 with a primary focus on autism

“Marjory Kinnon School is one of the UK’s largest SEN schools, supporting over 300 students aged 4-16. With a primary focus on children with autism, the school’s mission is to _Nurture, Challenge, and Inspire_, helping students reach their full potential through learning, play, and meaningful experiences.”

School states safeguarding is its top priority, committing to a safe, nurturing, supportive environment where every child is protected from harm.

“At Marjory Kinnon School, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where every child is protected from harm.”

Small class sizes and an experienced staff team build strong, trusting relationships with every student, helping children feel safe, valued and confident

“Your child will benefit from small class sizes and a highly experienced team who build strong, trusting relationships with every student. This allows us to personalise learning and provide the consistency and encouragement your child needs to feel safe, valued, and confident in school.”

Primary classes have between 8 and 10 pupils each

“Each class has between 8 and 10 pupils, ensuring that every child receives the individual support and attention they need to grow and succeed.”

School states children benefit from small class sizes in the Secondary department

“Your child will benefit from small class sizes and a highly experienced team who build strong, trusting relationships with every student.”

Work experience placements are organised with external partners including DFN Project SEARCH, The Feltham Convening Partnership, Spark!, and Heathrow Marriott Hotel.

“We are proud to work with several valued partners to offer meaningful work experience opportunities, including: - DFN Project SEARCH - The Feltham Convening Partnership - Spark! - Local businesses such as Heathrow Marriott Hotel”

School offers a range of After School Clubs including Brownies, Choir, Drama, DofE, Lego, and Multi Sports designed to meet pupils' needs and interests

“At Marjory Kinnon School, we offer a selection of After School Clubs that are specifically designed to meet the needs and interests of our pupils.”

Staff are described as committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive and inspiring environment for pupils.

“every member of staff is passionate about creating a nurturing, inclusive and inspiring environment where our children can thrive”

DSL quote states safeguarding is at the heart of everything the school does.

“At Marjory Kinnon School, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing a secure and nurturing environment for all our students.”

School is a special school with no in-house sixth form; post-16 pupils typically move to a specialist SEND sixth form provision elsewhere.

“Specialist Sixth Form Provision Pupils may transition into a special school Sixth Form environment designed for post-16 learners with SEND.”

Admissions are made through the local authority's SEN Panel with an EHCP, not directly to the school

“Applications for places at Marjory Kinnon must be made through [London Borough of Hounslow’s SEN Department and SEN Panel](https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/send-local-offer-education/guide-choosing-school-education-setting/3), and not directly to the school.”

Admissions decisions are based on EHCP and other paperwork sent via the SEN Panel, assessed for whether the school can meet the young person's needs

“When an application for Marjory Kinnon is made through the local authority’s SEN Panel, a young person’s Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP), recent reports, and other relevant paperwork will be sent to the school. We will carefully assess whether we feel our school is able to meet the young person’s needs and make a decision on whether to offer a place at the school.”

Post-16 destinations are structured around three pathways: local supported learning college, specialist SEND sixth form, or supported internships leading to employment.

“When pupils leave Marjory Kinnon School at 16, there are three main pathways available: 1. Local Supported Learning College Pupils typically access Foundation or Level 1 vocational courses with additional support. 2. Specialist Sixth Form Provision Pupils may transition into a special school Sixth Form environment designed for post-16 learners with SEND. 3. Supported Internships These structured work-based learning programmes prepare young people for employment with tailored support.”

Students receive tailored careers guidance, work experience, and support exploring local college options and post-16 pathways

“As children move through secondary, they’ll also have access to tailored careers guidance and real-world work experience opportunities. We offer support in exploring local college options and post-16 pathways, helping you and your child make informed choices about next steps.”

Ofsted praised the school's comprehensive and impartial careers guidance and curriculum pathways catering to pupil needs.

““Leaders provide pupils with a comprehensive programme of impartial careers guidance. The different curriculum pathways cater for pupils’ needs and aspirations.””

Ofsted quote praising staff's holistic working enabling pupils to achieve well

“Leaders’ and staff’s holistic way of working enables pupils to achieve well.” - Ofsted”