Progression House

Progression House is a specialist day school for pupils aged 16-19 years with autism. The school is located in the Leicestershire market town of Hinckley. Young people have the option of studying for A levels, further GCSEs or courses at mainstream colleges, for which they receive specialist one-to-one support. Each pupil has an individualised life skills programme relevant to their aspirations and ability.

Our specialist services

• Academic curriculum in line with mainstream provision, including GCSE and A level options and college placement
• Intensive therapeutic programs and strategies designed to assist with anxiety (CAMHS Tier3)
• Strong links with local employers to provide an extensive work experience program for young people
• Opportunities to integrate into community life
• Structured individualized independence programs
• Bespoke support package based on individual assessment of need

Achieving positive outcomes

• 100% of young people have bespoke packages of education
• 100% of young people are involved in life skills programs
• 100% of young people are involved in their EHCP Review
• 100% of young people are enabled to progress onto university, training or employment

Leavers’ destinations include:

• BSc Physics
• BA Games Programming
• BSc Computer Science
• BA Performing Arts
• A range of Level 3, 2 and 1 BTECs in subjects including Art, Animal care and Media
• Other leavers have entered full time employment or continued in specialist education