Business Details
Inclusive Primary Education Wirral
Grove Street Primary School is a Therapeutic School and Centre of Excellence for Inclusion and Oracy, dedicated to placing children and families at the heart of its educational philosophy. With a focus on mental health, wellbeing, and academic excellence, the school provides tailored support for children from two years old, including specialist provisions for those with ASC and social communication needs. Our evidence-based curriculum, developed through rigorous research and collaboration with leading educational institutions, ensures high-quality teaching that nurtures individual potential.We prioritise oracy skills, reading proficiency, and emotional development, creating a nurturing environment where every child thrives. Recognised for our innovative approaches, we partner with organisations like Voice 21 and the National College to deliver cutting-edge training and resources. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our Ofsted-rated 'good' provision and numerous accolades for our inclusive practices.
Services
Early Years Provision
SEN Support
Oracy Programme
Reading Mastery
Forest School
Highlights and features
- Centre of Excellence for Inclusion and Oracy with national recognition
- Therapeutic approach prioritising mental health and emotional wellbeing
- Evidence-based curriculum developed with leading educational institutions
- Specialist SEN provisions for ASC and social communication needs
- Proven track record improving outcomes for vulnerable learners
Associations and certifications
- Voice 21 Centre of Excellence
- School of Sanctuary
What people say
Exceptional SEN support
Nurturing environment
Excellent staff dedication
Strong parental engagement
Proven academic results
Services
Early Years Provision
Our Early Years Provision supports children from two years old through play-based learning and therapeutic interventions. Following the EYFS framework, we focus on communication, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional growth. Specialist staff create individualised plans to address developmental needs while preparing children for formal schooling.
SEN Support
We provide tailored support for children with ASC and social communication needs through dedicated resourced provisions. Our SENDCO-led team implements individual education plans, sensory integration programmes, and speech therapy partnerships. Regular progress reviews ensure interventions adapt to each child's evolving requirements while maintaining inclusion in mainstream activities.
Oracy Programme
As a Voice 21 Centre of Excellence, our oracy curriculum develops confident communication skills through structured dialogue and debate. Daily speaking activities across all subjects build vocabulary, articulation, and critical thinking. Teachers receive specialist training to embed oracy across the curriculum, ensuring measurable improvements in verbal expression.
Reading Mastery
Our Read Write Inc phonics programme delivers daily small-group instruction tailored to each child's reading stage. Certified leaders implement systematic synthetic phonics alongside comprehension strategies. Accelerated Reader tracks progress while fostering reading for pleasure through our homely library environments and dedicated reading time.
Forest School
Level 3 Forest School provision offers weekly outdoor sessions for EYFS and bi-weekly sessions for KS1/2. Qualified leaders facilitate nature-based learning through fire lighting, shelter building, and environmental exploration. These sessions develop resilience, teamwork, and risk assessment skills while connecting children with natural environments.
People
Mrs Lisa Walsh
Headteacher
Mrs Walsh leads Grove Street Primary with over 20 years' experience in inclusive education. She champions therapeutic approaches and evidence-based teaching, driving the school's Centre of Excellence status. Her leadership focuses on whole-child development and community partnerships.
Sian Campbell
SENDCO
As SENDCO, Sian Campbell oversees specialist provisions for children with additional needs. With expertise in ASC support, she implements individualised learning plans and coordinates multi-agency partnerships to ensure optimal outcomes for vulnerable pupils.
Julia
Reading Leader
Julia leads the Read Write Inc phonics programme, training staff and monitoring reading progress. Her expertise in literacy development has contributed to the school's recognition for effective reading instruction and improved KS1 outcomes.
Questions
What special educational needs support do you offer?
We provide specialist resourced provisions for children with ASC and social communication needs, including individualised education plans, speech therapy partnerships, and sensory integration programmes.
How do you develop children's speaking skills?
As a Voice 21 Centre of Excellence, we implement a structured oracy curriculum with daily speaking activities, debate opportunities, and teacher training to build confident communication.
What outdoor learning opportunities exist?
Our Level 3 Forest School provision offers weekly sessions for EYFS and bi-weekly sessions for KS1/2, focusing on nature-based learning and resilience-building through outdoor activities.
How do you support reading development?
We use Read Write Inc phonics with daily small-group instruction, Accelerated Reader tracking, and dedicated reading time in homely library environments to foster literacy skills.
What mental health provisions are available?
We prioritise mental health through weekly wellbeing discussions, Child Well-Being Ambassadors, and partnerships with Wirral MHST to provide early intervention and emotional support.
