North Hill House Overview
North Hill House is a purpose built specialist residential and day school for both boys and girls aged 7 to 19 with Asperger's Syndrome and associated disorders. The school has been specifically designed to allow young people with Asperger's Syndrome (AS), high functioning autism and associated disorders to thrive effectively in an ever demanding and complex society. This is achieved by developing personalised predictable routines with high levels of individual support. Our aim is to provide a stimulating educational environment where students can develop a responsible positive outlook and a sense of personal achievement. We also provide young people with confidence and an understanding of the social worlds in which they function and aim to facilitate the highest possible educational attainments during their school career.
We provide:
- Individual education, socialisation and communication programmes
- A broad curriculum with nationally accredited qualifications
- Support strategies for self-management and independence
- Preparation for successful integration into wider society
North Hill House offers flexible arrangements for termly and weekly boarding. We are also pleased to accommodate day students on a full, part-time or local authority respite basis. The school year runs for three terms across 38 weeks and can provide places for up to 62 students.
Welcome from the Principal
'My name is Sharon Edney and I am the Executive Principal for North Hill House, Frome and Farleigh College, Mells.
I commenced at North Hill House in the Year 2000 and became the Principal just over 3 years ago. I then became the Executive Principal for both schools in January 2012. I have worked in schools, residential care homes and in community projects both in this country and abroad.
Having a daughter with ASD and having fostered children with a range of disabilities I am passionate about ensuring that the services I run seek to provide the very best educational, social and therapeutic support possible.’