Our strengths
At Cliffdale Primary Academy, we are proud to be a highly relational and aspirational school that places children and families at the heart of everything we do. We are commitment to:
- Personalised Learning: Every child follows a bespoke curriculum tailored to their EHCP outcomes, delivered through specialist pedagogical approaches. This ensures meaningful progress across all areas of development, including communication, cognition, sensory integration, and independence.
- Values-Led Practice: Our core values—Inspire Engagement, Build Relationships, Increase Communication, Promote Independence, and Encourage Resilience—are embedded in every aspect of school life. These values guide our curriculum, behaviour strategies, and staff development, creating a consistent and nurturing environment.
- Staff Expertise: Our team is highly skilled in supporting children with severe and complex learning difficulties. Staff benefit from a rich and programme of CPD, coaching, and collaborative leadership structures that foster innovation and drives continual improvement.
- Inclusive and Enriching Experiences: We provide immersive learning opportunities through specialist weeks, community trips, and creative topics that broaden children’s horizons. All children are actively included in school life, with adaptations that ensure access, enjoyment, and success.
- Family Partnership: We work closely with families to understand their children’s needs and support them beyond the classroom. Our Family Support Team offers practical help, emotional support, and inclusive events that strengthen relationships and wellbeing.
- Relational Approach: Our trauma-informed, restorative approach to behaviour and attendance builds trust with children and families, leading to high engagement, emotional safety, and good attendance, as children are happy to come to school.
- Citywide Impact: Our Outreach Team supports schools across Portsmouth, sharing our expertise and resources to improve outcomes for children with SEND citywide.
Together, these strengths enable our children to flourish, build confidence, and prepare for the next stage in their lives. Together we Shine.