How To Apply
How to Apply
Who are we for?
Many of the young people who are referred to LVS Oxford have encountered negative school experiences as a result of their diagnosis, which may have resulted in school refusal or negative school experiences.
It is often at this point that referrals are made to LVS Oxford.
For these reasons, we strongly believe that referrals and admissions to the school should be a partnership building process with parents, the placing authority and the school, designed to ensure that the school can meet the needs of the prospective learner.
All applicants are carefully considered to ensure that the school is suitable for the young person’s age, ability, aptitude and special educational needs. The placement is compatible with the provision of efficient education for other pupils already attending the school.
All young people admitted to LVS Oxford SEN school:
- Have a primary diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder – usually high functioning autism or Asperger’s syndrome.
- May have an Education, Health and Care Plan
- Are aged between 11-19
- May have additional needs associated with ASD
Please read our Process of Admissions to get a better understanding of how to start applying to LVS Oxford.
Process of Admissions
Stage 1
Initial referral either by parent(s)/carer(s), local authority or advocate acting on the parent(s’) behalf
We request as much information as possible including educational, medical and any safeguarding reports to assist with the decision on whether to proceed with the referral.
We work with schools, parents/carers local authority and external agencies to ensure that decisions on whether to offer an assessment visit are based on complete, accurate, reliable and up to date information.
Stage 2
Interview
A member of the admissions team will arrange an online interview with the family. The interview is a conversation with the Admissions Team to find out more about the student. It is a chance for yourself to ask any questions you have about LVS Oxford and for the Admissions Team to get a better understanding of the needs and profile of the student.
Stage 3
School based assessment visit
When a decision has been made that the young person potentially meets the admission criteria and there are places available in the relevant key stage, an assessment visit to the school will be arranged.
The assessment period will include participation in timetabled activities. The school may request an additional assessment visit.
Stage 4
Transition into school
Following successful assessment visits, a placement will be offered. Any placement offered will be subject to the full cost of the placement unless there has been prior agreement between the placing authority and the school. Following acceptance of the place and confirmation of funding, a transition plan will be agreed.
We recommend you phone or email us if you have any questions about our admissions process or criteria. Call 01865 595 170 (9am-5pm Mon-Fri) or email: admission.enquiries@lvs-oxford.org.uk