Step by Step is a small independent day school for pupils with autism. We provide specialised teaching for Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form pupils, aged 4 to 19, who have an autistic diagnosis.
In 2000 a small group of parents with autistic children, in and around the Crowborough area, were put in touch with each other through a common interest of wanting to create a learning environment for their children.
Autism is a lifelong developmental disability. It is the result of a neurological condition which affects how the brain processes information – in particular, it can affect communication and social interaction.
As part of our curriculum we focus on 5 key areas of learning. The school uses a range of measure to assess the progress of the pupils in these areas. For more information on our priority learning areas, you can click on any of the active links. We change our feature presentation each term.
Step by Step is a small independent day school for pupils with autism. We provide specialised teaching for Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form pupils, aged 4 to 19, who have an autistic diagnosis.
We are based just outside East Grinstead and serve a wide area of Local Authorities in the South East. These include: West Sussex, East Sussex, Brighton & Hove, Sutton, Bromley, Croydon, Kent, Greenwich and Surrey.
We help pupils develop the skills, understanding and confidence in order to reach their full potential, so as far as possible are able to lead full and happy lives.
Our school was founded in 2004 by a group of parents who had been running home education programmes. The aim was to provide a highly specialised approach to meet each pupil’s individual and autism specific needs within the social setting of a school.
The defining aspect of our school is individualised programmes for each pupil throughout the school day based on Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and supported by other complementary methods including:
Step by Step School is committed to share this commitment.
You can view and download our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy and Procedure as well as reading more about Safeguarding at Step by Step school here.
Our mission is: To maximise the potential of pupils with Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) through evidence based, individually tailored, outstanding teaching to thrive and live happy, confident lives.
You can view and download our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy and Procedure here:
Step by Step School was established in 2004 with the aim of providing high quality, specialised teaching for children with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC). Through the delivery of teaching (based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis) pupils receive highly individualised, autism-specific input devised to meet each of his or her personal needs.
Our school has Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form Classes of mixed ages and abilities. Each class is overseen by a Class Leader, with the assistance of a Lead Tutor. Each pupil is allocated a ‘key worker’, who is responsible for the day to-day organisation of his or her program. Qualified behaviour analysts oversee individual programmes. We are currently registered for 40 pupils from aged 4-19.
In addition to receiving individualised teaching/support, pupils receive daily, small group teaching, delivered by our teachers, therapists and class staff.
I am very privileged to be heading up this outstanding, unique and wonderful provision. We are a small, specialist independent school on the outskirts of East Grinstead in West Sussex, catering for autistic pupils, aged 4 – 19.
A dedicated and skilled staff team ensure that the children and young people in our care have the very best educational experience. Our holistic and individualised ABA approach creates a safe environment for students and enables them to make outstanding progress. Our provision integrates educational and therapy targets overseen by a multi-disciplinary team to support learning.
Our curriculum provides pupils with enriching and real life experiences in which to practice their daily living skills, increase their independence and prepare them for their journey into adulthood.
I am truly proud to be part of this great school community and all that we offer for our pupils and families.
I am very privileged to be heading up this unique and wonderful provision. We are a small, specialist independent school on the outskirts of East Grinstead in West Sussex, catering for pupils on the autistic spectrum aged 4 – 19.
A dedicated and skilled staff team ensure that the children and young people in our care have the very best educational experience. Our holistic and individualised ABA approach creates a safe environment for students and enables them to make outstanding progress.
Our curriculum provides pupils with enriching and real life experiences in which to practice their daily living skills and prepare them for the next stage of their life.
I am truly proud to be part of this great school community and all that we offer for our pupils and families.
Please look through our School Info pages to find out more
Copyright © 2024 Step by Step School | Step by Step is a registered charity 1091258.
