“Very well done to you and your team for a super amazing effort and success in creating first class experience for all the children. You are making such a difference in their lives and in the world!
You must be super proud!!”
Kicha Mitchell, Managing Director of Education, December 2024
“Thank you for this Caroline, wow, such amazing work and a real reflection of what Battle School is all about. I would like to acknowledge the commitment from you Caroline and your staff, you truly go above and beyond to give the children in Battle School a real wide and varied experience, not just academically but in life. It is a great pleasure to work with you all.”
Toni Reedman, Director of Education, December 2024
“What a busy year! Your curriculum and approach to the “multi skills” at Battle is very impressive. An excellent Newsletter, congratulations to all the staff and children involved! A very special mention to you, Caroline, well done.”
Bob Mason, ISP Schools Governor, December 2024
“Thank you for the newsletter – it’s lovely to see how much the school has grown and all the lovely things you all achieve.”
Parent, December 2024
“The school is very welcoming and the staff are true advocates for their children. B is fortunate to have a very supportive, knowledgeable mentor. The community meetings are a real unique selling point for the school.”
Buckinghamshire University Teacher Training Tutor, Dec 2024.
“D is enjoying school again, is chatty about staff and peers, and he talks about his school day. He has never talked about senior school before, and is animated again. He is coming home happy, wanting to go to school again. He is being extra helpful at home, more kind and attentive with us and his sister. Thank you for giving him a second chance at education, and for all that you are doing for him. Your help, guidance and support is much appreciated.”
Parent, November 2024
“Just a quick message to say a huge thank you to ISP for A’s card and voucher, also to the adults and students who brought out some cake to celebrate his birthday. What a kind wonderful thing to do A came home feeling so special and happy so thank you!”
AS Parent, November 2024
“Our child was very eager to return after the break which was a refreshing chance. My husband and I cannot recall a time in the past when she felt happy and excited to return to school and it’s been wonderful to see.
We both knew that our child already loves attending ISP and it is thanks to you and to your wonderful staff that she feels that way. We both want to say a big thank you for providing such a nurturing and safe environment whereby our child can be around other children and young people, learning and enjoying her life again.”
Year 8 Parent, November 2024
“I just want to say a massive thank you to you and all staff. My child spoke with such happiness about the school and he has never been able to take part in appointments especially as personal as yesterday. A lot has to do with my child but the school environment also plays a massive part in how he is doing, so thank you all again.”
Year 9 Parent, November 2024
Post the Head Teacher emailing all parents and foster parents regarding an adult changing his appearance, the Head Teacher received this response from a parent:
“Just a quick email to say thank you, and how refreshing it is to see something like this being given consideration. I can’t think of many schools who would even think for a second about the fact that there are some children who would find this unsettling and would need the heads up.”
“Thank you to adult KS for the update.
Very good to hear this.
The team at OFH are enjoying working with E and all of the ISP team.
It’s pleasing to be working with positive, open communication between professionals.”
OFH Manager
“Thank you for everything you have all done but the biggest thank you goes to you Caroline, you always gone over and above and beyond, you’re never know how grateful me and my family are for everything you done, you’re amazing person and any child is lucky to come to your school.”
JD Parent
“Thank you to you and all your staff team for making it such a special day (festival) for the children and their parents and foster parents. I was particularly impressed with the band and all the children that got up on the stage and performed, this demonstrates how safe the children feel and this can not be underestimated, a great achievement that is totally down to you (Caroline) and your staff team.”
TR Director of Education
“Happiness and joy everywhere, impressive numbers of parents, old students and excited children. I thought the organisation and hard work shone through both days. All the staff involved should be congratulated for their determination, and commitment, to the children in their care…(festival)”
BM Governor
“This is a lovely catalogue highlighting some of the very exciting activities that staff and children have engaged in over the term. it is lovely to see how the academic curriculum came to life through trips and out of classroom learning- and i can tell from the pupils feedback that this along with fantastic relationship with staff made their school experience positive and meaningful. Great Headteacher’s message!!
Thank you for all you do to lead and drive such a successful school within the Polaris Community.”
KM Managing Director of Education
“Thank you to you. I recognise how amazing you are and I wanted to let you know that! You are an amazing anchor for your team, One of the best Heads I’ve ever had the pleasure to work/liaise with. As the parent/carer to a young person who has the complexities of behaviour like our child has, I am forever grateful to the people who work with him on the ground floor.”
Foster Parent
In relation to our SENDCo – “Thank you for your witness testimony yesterday, you were very clear and succinct and were on point for describing support and provision in relation to M. Fingers crossed the panel see the most appropriate placement.”
ND Education and Support Advisor
“It was a routine ADHD check up which was quick and easy BUT the lovely part was the Doctor said to P “you actually look happy P, what’s been going on?”. P proceeded to communicate clearly and positively about her life now, her school, her friends and how happy she is. I explained CAMHS were no longer involved as there is no current need.
This visit was like night and day compared to other Doctors visits where we leave stressed, upset, confused and angry.
Our lives, not just P’s, have been transformed! The four years long battle with the LA has resulted in my child being able to be happy! So thank you to all of you, and please share my gratitude to other staff I have not included. Your praise, guidance, stability, nurture and communication have brightened her life. From the bottom of our hearts thank you.”
PWF Parent
“You guys are truly amazing with her and also supporting myself. I very much appreciate everything you do for us both.”
AQ Parent
“The school has a great atmosphere and the displays throughout the school were really nice. The facilities for the kids such as the sensory rooms were really impressive, plenty of space and calm. The classrooms were bright and welcoming and the support levels and small classrooms are ideal for G to get the help and coaching she needs. There seems to be a really good breadth of subjects, activities and trips on offer…”
Prospective Parent
“You have an amazing school and even though K can be a pain in the bitt, you have all really changed him…kids with additional needs have been failed by the system so much, your school gives them the chance to achieve their goals.”
KS Parent
“It was so lovely to hear from E about lessons they are enjoying and friendships they are making! I can honestly say that I have never had such a positive chat about school in the five and half years I’ve been working with them, come away feeling very proud”
Social Worker
“We just want to write a quick email to say thank you! We know we may not be out the woods yet but what a triumph this week has been for M! -In school EVERY day for the FULL day and going in the taxi there and back!
MP Parent
“I visited your amazing school. I met the amazing Bev who worked with my last client. Bev showed us round. I was with Z’s mum who was blown away and speechless at how calm and nurturing your school felt.”
Director and Founder SEN Ninja
“One of my previous young people attended when the school initially opened. The first intake were involved in creating the school uniform etc. I am a great fan of ISP School Battle and their amazing ethos. All special schools should learn from their model.”
Social Worker
“Thank you so much for sharing the newsletter. What tremendous things the young people and school have achieved over the term. Please pass on my congratulations to the young people and thanks to the staff for supporting each and every endeavour. Finally, thanks to you for your continued hard work and belief in the power of ‘we can’ alongside the therapeutic milieu.”
Chair of Governors
“Absolutely brilliant session with the group this morning! They were fantastic! Engaged, focused and brilliant behavior throughout. An absolute credit to your school.”
Deano’s Snake Shack
“Thank you again for taking the time to show us round your school, we found your drive and dedication to your work and your pupils to be really refreshing and such a positive, it won’t come as any surprise to you when I say that over the years I have grown increasingly despondent and disillusioned by the education system and the people in it, so, thank you for giving me back some hope that there are still people out there who genuinely want the best for our children and want them to succeed.”
Prospective Parent
“Thank you so much for the opportunity to work with you at ISP School Battle. It has been an absolute privilege. I have learnt and grown so much as a practitioner whilst at the school and it is, in no small part, due to the excellent team that you have here. They truly are a therapeutic community and one that I have been proud, and lucky, to be a part of. It has been amazing to witness, and be a part of, the birth of a new school. The transformation and integration of the children here has been incredible.”
School Adult
“Thank you for inviting me to join your open day at the Battle school. I really enjoyed the tour and seeing how much work has been done by you and your team to get pupils into a routine. You obviously have a great relationship with your pupils and their respect for you and each other was obvious. Thank you for the honour of joining your community meeting. You must be very proud of what you have achieved so far.”
Head of ISP School Teynham
“We would like to thank you all for the support you have given N, he absolutely loves your school. I would like to say thank you to Caroline for always replying to my emails even if I do send a lot and no matter what time. I can’t wait to see the progress N continues to make.”
N Parent
“I just wanted to say a huge thank you to yourself and ISP staff in supporting AS in his first term at school with you. It’s been a huge relief to have AS come home so happy and to hear he is enjoying school for the first time in a long time! Despite being tired (which he will overcome) it’s wonderful to see my child accessing learning again in an environment where adults are kind caring and understanding of his needs, so THANKYOU! I’m super grateful to all of you who have supported A.”
Parents of male child AS
“Thank you to adult KS for the update.
Very good to hear this.
The team at OFH are enjoying working with E and all of the ISP team.
It’s pleasing to be working with positive, open communication between professionals.”
OFH Manager
