Gesher School
Harrow, United Kingdom
About Gesher School
Gesher is a unique Ofsted Outstanding independent primary school, that is looking to expand into an all-through school. It provides a specialist meaningful and functional learning environment for children with special educational needs. This includes language, communication and social pragmatic difficulties. We have a specialism in autism spectrum challenges (ASC).
Children are at the heart of Gesher School, where we foster a sense of belonging and community. It offers a happy, safe, friendly and stimulating environment in which children are supported to learn, interact and have fun. We believe that all children have the potential to achieve, but that every child is individual and requires a tailored, child-centred approach to learning.
The Gesher approach is warm, friendly and nurturing. Emotional health and resilience, developing children’s independence and learning, is at the core of our vision.
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Gesher is an outstanding school which provides children such as ours with an exceptional opportunity to learn and develop. We could not ask for more from them or be happier
- Gesher ParentWarmth and patience with the children was evident from the moment I entered, and the children are obviously happy and comfortable
- Independent Music TherapistGesher is a playground that offers activities and space for every child’s needs, so they grow and engage with the world in the ways they require. The holistic approach that is so central to our children’s wellbeing is also relevant for staff. Gesher provides me with a solid support network, termly training and a wellbeing programme that ensures I can reach my own potential and always feel confident use my own expertise to benefit the children’s development. The African proverb “it takes a village to raise a child” applies to Gesher’s culture of community and belief that everyone influences the life of our children. I feel proud to be a part of this village
- Laura Miles, Teaching Assistant, GesherI find your work, approach, and attention to detail on behalf of the children and staff so inspirationa
- James Wetz, Author and EducationalistIf I had a child with special educational needs, I would want them to go to Gesher. Their pioneering approach is transforming education and the way we teach children with Special Educational Needs
- Professor Simon Baron Cohen, Professor and Fellow – University of Cambridge. Director - Autism Research Centre.