Hamilton School for the Deaf

Hamilton School for the Deaf

By Hamilton School for the Deaf

At Hamilton School for the Deaf, we set high expectations for learners, encouraging each child/ young person to achieve academically, develop independence and to contribute positively within their communities. This requires a child centred and flexible approach so that individual needs are identified and supported. Our best resource is our highly skilled staff which consists of a Headteacher with the mandatory qualification and leadership and management qualifications, qualified Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People, a specialist Early Years Practitioner for deaf learners working in our nursery full time and specialist Support Staff, all with BSL skills. We work collaboratively with our families and other appropriate agencies to plan, implement, and evaluate support and celebrate success! We strive to provide a wide range of experiences to promote responsible citizens, effective contributors, successful learners and confident individuals. Hamilton School for the Deaf is in the unique position of sharing a campus with our mainstream colleagues within Glenlee Primary School . Hamilton School for the Deaf has three departments, nursery, primary and outreach. There is a flexible, inclusive approach across our schools and our own nursery and primary provision, ensuring that a bespoke curriculum and educational experience is suited to each of our learners. Hamilton School for the Deaf has a British Sign Language Tutor and we offer BSL lessons across our school community. Runni Hamilton School for the Deaf Outreach Service provides support in the homes or educational establishments of children and young people (aged 0-18) diagnosed with a hearing loss across South Lanarkshire. We work with children and young people in council and partnership nurseries, mainstream primary and secondary schools and ASN primary and secondary schools. Our highly skilled Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People work collaboratively with pupils, families and other professionals to plan and implement the support required to best meet the needs of our children and young people. This includes providing CPD opportunities that focus on raising awareness of deafness for those working within South Lanarkshire. The support we provide can contribute to positive destinations after school and supports sustaining mainstream placements for our young people. More information about this service can be found in our handbook and by following our Instagram at hamiltonschoolforthedeaf.