Autism School London

We are a highly specialist independent school, for children from four to nine years old, with suspected or diagnosed autism and other developmental delays. We use an integrated therapy approach, guided by the principles of behaviour analysis, and utilise the most cutting-edge, evidence-based practice to support our children and young learners to learn life-enhancing skills. Our dedicated team of professionals works collaboratively to provide a supportive and nurturing environment.

The First Bridge School model synthesises the best-known practice from education, with scientifically validated, evidence-based teaching principles and procedures to maximise every child’s potential for learning. We are committed to providing high quality education that supports both academic and social development.

Our curricula are bespoke to each child’s needs, motivation, and individual learning trajectory. Our school model integrates academic and personal development. Every child is valued and celebrated for their successes and what these hold for them and their future.

Our curriculum model and learning pathways focus on integrating each child’s individual therapy programme with carefully selected components from the national curriculum and our school’s overarching culture and ethos. We provide our children with the specialist curriculum and environment they need to thrive and learn, alongside rich and diverse exposure to new knowledge, life and experiences. We emphasise the acquisition of life skills as a crucial component of our curriculum. Always providing just enough support to ensure success, but continually on a journey to independence and fulfilment. We also engage with the wider community to enhance our children’s learning experiences.

We are open 46.5 weeks per year, closing for one week in October, two weeks in Winter at the end of December, ten days in April and two weeks in August. These closures include our five staff INSET days.