Evergreen Class

In September 2025, we opened a brand-new ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) SEN Unit at St Paul’s CofE Primary School & Nursery. Evergreen class is split into Evergreen 1 (EYFS & KS1) and Evergreen 2 (KS2), with a combined capacity of 25 children. 

A Nurturing Environment

At St Paul’s, we pride ourselves on being a caring, inclusive school where every pupil is valued as an individual. Our dedicated staff are passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment. We believe that all children should have the opportunity to thrive, and our nurturing ethos is at the heart of everything we do.

Expertise in Special Educational Needs

Our school has a proven track record of supporting children with a wide range of special educational needs (SEN), including ASD. Evergreen is staffed by qualified Teachers, supported by Teaching Assistants and our SENCo. Our experienced team receives ongoing training to ensure we provide the highest standard of tailored support.

Integration with Mainstream School Life

We want all our pupils to feel part of the wider St Paul’s community. Children in Evergreen have opportunities to access mainstream aspects of school life, including joining assemblies, playing with peers at lunchtime and break times, and participating in lessons where appropriate. This inclusive approach supports social development and helps every child build meaningful friendships and experiences.

A Classroom Designed for ASD Needs

Evergreen features classrooms specifically designed to meet the needs of children on the autism spectrum. The environment is calm, structured, and flexible, with clear visual supports, sensory-friendly resources, and quiet breakout spaces to help pupils feel secure and ready to learn. Our set-up is regularly reviewed and adapted to ensure that every child’s individual needs are met.

Specialist Outreach from Freemantles Special School

We are proud to work in partnership with Freemantles School, a local centre of excellence for autism education. Through this specialist outreach, we benefit from expert guidance, regular staff training, and collaborative planning to ensure our provision is always informed by the latest best practice. This partnership further strengthens our capacity to offer a nurturing and highly effective learning environment for every child in Evergreen.

Your Child’s Journey

We know that starting in a new setting can be a big step for children and families. We will work closely with you to ensure a smooth transition, with individualised plans and opportunities for you to visit, meet the team, and ask questions.

If you would like more information or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact us.