July 22, 2024, South Wales Argus: Cwmbran High School's new ASD base is under development
A new £500,000 [$643,000] facility to support pupils with additional learning needs is being developed at Cwmbran High School.
The centre, which will provide a range of learning opportunities for around 50 pupils, is due to be completed in time for the new term in September.
Work to extend the school’s current autism spectrum disorder (ASD) base is currently underway to house the new facility, which will include a kitchen, indoor and outdoor seating and sensory garden that will be available for community hire in the evenings and weekends.
Head of ASD Base, Caroline Payne, said: “We are really lucky to have this new facility to be able to meet the student’s needs.
"It will help us develop the curriculum to include engagement in the community. We are very excited about this new phase and the opportunities it will offer.” . . .
Family Liaison Officer, Kathryn Ayling, said: “I’m so excited to share this new provision with the wider community. This will be a new safe space for people to come together and take part in different activities. . . .
Headteacher of Cwmbran High School, Matt Sims, said: “I am delighted to announce the new provision at our school, the funding was granted to allow this school to reach out to the local community and provide a variety of classes to support local families, with the aim to forge long lasting relationships.” . . .
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