Additionally Resourced Mainstream Schools (ARMS)
ARMS are schools which specialise in a particular area of learning need. Children in ARMS usually have an Education, Health and Care Plan and are generally taught in classes with a higher level of support than a typical mainstream school. The ARMS in Gateshead are as follows:
| School | Learning need | Age range |
|---|---|---|
| Bede Primary School (opens new window) | Autistic Spectrum Condition / Complex Social Communication Needs Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (EHCP not required) | Key Stage 1 and 2 (age 5-11 years) Key Stage 1 (age 5-7 years) |
| Brandling Primary School (opens new window) | Speech, Language and Communication needs (EHCP not required) | Key Stages 1 and 2 (age 5-11 years) |
| Lobley Hill Primary School (opens new window) | Autistic Spectrum Condition / Complex Social Communication Needs | Reception. Key Stage 1 and 2 (age 4-11 years) |
| Rowlands Gill Community Primary School (opens new window) | Complex Learning Needs | Key stage 2 (age 7-11 years) |
| Swalwell Community Primary School (opens new window) | Autistic Spectrum Condition / Complex Social Communication Needs Physical Difficulties | Early Years, Key Stages 1 and 2 (age 3-11 years) |
| Thorp Academy (opens new window) | Complex Learning Needs | Key Stages 3 and 4 (age 11-16 years) |
| Whickham School (opens new window) | Autism Spectrum Condition | Key Stages 3 and 4 (age 11-16 years) |
The Local Authority commissions ARMS placements from schools, and they receive funding for these places.
The SEND Code of Practice places a duty on all schools to provide detailed information how they provide support for children and young people with SEND which you will be able to find by looking on their website or by requesting this from the school directly.