Pupils aged 11 to 17 years old, in Year 7 to 12 of school.

Individual timetabling allows for the disability specific subjects of braille, mobility and independent living skills to be developed in addition to the National Curriculum Core and Foundation Subjects and vocational programmes in association with local colleges of further education.

A system of flexible learning is practised which gives opportunities for individual lessons, small group sessions, and the whole class approach using techniques based on discussion, class work, problem solving, individual study, resource base, practical work and teacher directed activities.

All work is enhanced by a programme of educational visits, field trips, residential activity weeks and involvement in the local community. This provides a stimulating wide range of learning experiences for each pupil.

Key Stage 3: 11-14 Years

The Curriculum is modified to meet the specific visual and individual educational needs of each pupil.

We strive to ensure that pupils are not disadvantaged, and therefore, able to compete on equal terms in their end of Key Stage 3 assessments in English, Maths and Science.

14-19 Curriculum

A wide range of public examination courses are available according to a pupil's' individual academic needs. These include GCSE, Entry Unit Awards for pupils who are working below GCSE level.

The 14 - 19 Curriculum recognises that careers education, work experience, college links and vocational training are vital elements in preparing young people for the diversity of life, in addition to offering academic qualifications.

At St Vincent's the careers policy ensures that all pupils have individual meetings with the Connexions Advisor as well as careers lessons.

Each pupil also undertakes two one week Work Experience placements within their final two years.

The varied secondary school programme allows our pupils to follow GCSE courses, make progress through flexible learning methods, participate in residentials and experience a college environment.