About Us
Appleford is a leading independent, co-educational Prep and Senior school for children aged 7 to 16, with Dyslexia and Specific Learning Difficulties such as Dyspraxia and Dyscalculia. We offer full boarding, weekly boarding, flexi boarding and day provision, set in 8 acres of stunning parkland 12 miles from Salisbury.
At Appleford we have happy children who all benefit from …
- A full curriculum leading to GCSEs and BTECs in a range of subjects
- Small class sizes in all subjects
- The highest levels of ICT provision and specialist resources
- Teachers with a high level of specialist qualification and experience
- A strong professional Learning Support team, including HCPC registered Speech and Language and Occupational Therapists
- High levels pastoral support geared to the needs of the individual
- Extensive co-curricular clubs and activities including Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
- Outstanding PE and sport provision
- Fantastic adventure opportunities including foreign travel, expeditions and outdoor pursuits
- Experienced, mature and caring Houseparents in warm and friendly boarding houses
- Traditional values and an ethos based on developing confidence, celebrating success and continuous support
- Consistently awarded the highest possible grades by the Independent Schools Inspectorate
- Approved by the DfES under Section 324 of The Education Act 1996
- Accredited by ISA (Independent Schools Association)
- Approved by CReSTeD (Council for the Registration of Schools Teaching Dyslexic Children)
- Member of the BDA (British Dyslexic Association)
- Member of BSA (Boarding Schools Association)
