GEM Hereford

We are an independent co-educational school which provides meaningful, bespoke education within a supportive learning environment.

We believe that all children and young people should be provided with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential through building resilience, self regulation and trusting relationships. We support our students to flourish; this promotes improved outcomes, attainment, and self-esteem.

We respect that every student will have a different set of needs. This is why we pride ourselves on offering a safe and encouraging learning environment, where students can feel supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Our school caters for students from Key Stage 2, 3 & 4 with ASD, ADHD, anxiety, trauma and related diagnoses. We recognise that every student is different, yet equal, and all staff are committed to treating each child inclusively, with compassion and understanding.

Debra Thomas, Proprietor and CEO

Our Vision

• GROWTH, EMPOWERMENT and MOTIVATION
• GEM Hereford strives to create an environment that encourages all students to harness their skills and develop the tools they need to succeed, whatever their past experiences.

Our Mission

• At GEM we celebrate the uniqueness of our students and make certain our learning environment is safe, secure, and positive. Our aim is to provide access to the best possible academic outcomes by equipping students with the skills necessary to achieve personal success, in addition to preparing them for a transition to their next steps.
• We strive to provide a learning environment which is both calm and structured. For us, positive behaviour manaGEMent is about developing the right atmosphere in which incidents are averted, or at worse quickly diffused. This approach is underpinned by the principles of PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy).
• Our approach includes helping our children to reflect upon, grow and learn from even very difficult experiences. This means being prepared to give pupils another chance for a fresh start.
• We believe that our students will make the most progress when those around them can work as one

Our School Values

• Growth - We strive to increase the self-esteem, self-regulation, and independence of our students, and to help our students develop positive relationships with others.
• Empowerment - We provide a space where children have a voice. We encourage students to take responsibility for themselves, their words and their actions. We equip students with the skills to keep themselves safe both physically and mentally.
• Motivation - We show students how to acknowledge their progress in all areas of school life. We nstil a vibrant, stimulating and enthusiastic environment that focuses on individual needs.

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