At Hadrian School, we know that it truly takes a village to raise and educate a child – and we’re proud to be part of that village for every family who joins our community. As a specialist primary school for children aged 4 to 11 with a range of complex additional needs, we place strong emphasis on creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where children and their families can thrive.
We believe that the best outcomes for your child come from working in close partnership with you. From your first contact with us, we want you to feel welcomed, supported, and truly part of the Hadrian family. We have an ‘open door’ policy and you don’t need an invitation to visit school.
Here’s how we support you:
• A Warm Welcome, Always: Our open-door policy means you’re always welcome. Whether you’re visiting Reception or joining us for an event, we want you to feel at home.
• Staying Connected: We keep in regular touch through Class Dojo, text messages, newsletters, and our own ‘Hadrian Herald’. Need a translation? No problem—we offer translated documents and have access to interpretation services for calls and meetings.
• A Personalised Start: Every child and family is unique and we take care to make the transition into and out of our school a smooth and thoughtful experience, tailored to your individual needs.
• Celebrating Progress: You’ll be kept informed and involved through Parent/Carer appointments, EHCP Reviews and relaxed class Coffee Mornings. Your child’s achievements are proudly celebrated on our school TV screens and in our assemblies.
• Building Connections: We create space for Parents and Carers to meet, chat and support one another. Join us for our Autumn Term Professionals Coffee Morning and regular ‘Coffee, Cake and Chat’ sessions throughout the year.
Online Support – Just a click away!
Our school website includes a specially designed Parents/Carers section with a Parent/Carers Support Padlet, where you’ll find useful resources, links, and information to support you and your child. We’ve created this as a onestop-shop to save you time and help you easily access the right support for your family—when you need it.
Please click here to find our Parent Padlet
Confident Parenting Workshops
At Hadrian, we understand that parenting a child with additional needs can bring both joy
and challenges. That’s why we offer our award winning Confident Parenting Workshops–a six–week supportive course open to families across the city each term. For over 25 years, families have benefited from this informal, friendly group, which has been recognised with both the National BILD Award and an NHS Award for Training and Innovation.
What you can expect:
• Practical advice and bespoke strategies
• Information about local services and support
• Handy ‘Top Tips’ for home life
• A chance to reflect on your own well-being
• Most importantly, support and friendship from other parents and carers who understand your
journey
Family Support Team – Here when you need us
Our dedicated Family Support Team are always on hand to help, whether you need guidance,
someone to talk to, or practical help with things like funding applications or writing supporting letters. No concern is too big or too small—we’re here to support your whole family in whatever way we can.
Contact Ellen Jankowski at ellen.jankowski@hadrian.newcastle.sch.uk for more information.
