OA-North View has a service level agreement (SLA) with Thurrock Council to provide high-quality, inclusive, specialist provision for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within an independent school context.
Admissions to OA-North View are made through Thurrock Council, and we do not accept direct applications from parents or carers. All placements are commissioned by Thurrock Council based on pupil needs and the suitability of our provision and they coordinate referrals, consultations and placement decisions through the agreed Education Health Care Plan consultation processes. OA-North View participates in admissions discussions with Thurrock Council and provides timely, evidence-based consultation responses. The school will consider whether it can meet a pupil's needs, whether the placement is compatible with the efficient education of existing pupils, the safety and wellbeing of all pupils and staff, and whether appropriate staffing, resources and accommodation are available.
Admission will normally be considered where a pupil's identified needs align with the school's specialist SEMH designation and where the school is satisfied that it can reasonably meet those needs. This includes the following criteria:
- Aged between 11 and 16 years.
- Have SEMH needs requiring specialist provision and intervention.
- Have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) naming the school, or are undergoing statutory assessment or consultation by the local authority in relation to an EHCP placement.
If you, a friend or family member are looking for advice following a school exclusion you can also contact these organisations for support:
You can also view our Admissions Policy for more information.
