Welcome to Admissions

Park View School is a special school for pupils who need extra support with their feelings, behavior, or mental health (SEMH). Children join our school through the local council using official steps.

Who Can Come to Park View School?

Our school has places for pupils who:

  • Are 11 to 16 years old

  • Have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) for SEMH needs

  • Need more support than a regular school can give

How Places Are Chosen

South Tyneside Council handles all school places. The council talks to us before adding Park View School to a child’s EHCP.

When the council contacts us:

  1. We read the child’s EHCP carefully.

  2. We check if we can give them the right support.

  3. We make sure we have space for them.

  4. We reply to the council within the set time limits.

Our 4 Steps to Join

  • Step 1: Referral

    The local council sends us your child’s details. Once we get them, we get in touch with you.

  • Step 2: Family Visit and Tour

    You and your child come in for a friendly visit to look around, talk with a school leader, and fill in quick forms.

  • Step 3: Sharing News

    Your child’s old school shares helpful details with us so we can make the move as smooth as possible.

  • Step 4: Taster Days

    Most students visit us for short taster sessions agreed with you and your child to help them feel comfortable before starting.

Common Questions

Does my child need an EHCP to come here?

Yes. Your child must have an EHCP that names Park View School.

Can we visit the school before applying?

Yes! Families are welcome to visit for a walk around and a relaxed chat.

Will my child get trial days?

Yes. Most pupils try out a few short visits before officially starting.

Who manages appeals?

The South Tyneside Council SEND Team handles all appeals.

Get in Touch

  • Park View School (Senior Leadership Team): 0191 454 1568

  • South Tyneside Council SEND Team: 0191 424 7410 | [email protected]

What Is an EHCP?

An Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is an official document for young people up to age 25 who need extra help. It sets out:

  • What your child finds hard

  • The support they must get

  • The goals they are working to reach

Why Is an EHCP Needed for Our School?

Park View is a special school. A child can only join if their EHCP names Park View School. This makes sure:

  • Our school is the right fit for your child

  • We can meet all of their needs

  • Full support is ready from their very first day

How an EHCP Is Made

  1. A parent, school, or doctor asks for an assessment.

  2. The council gathers reports and notes.

  3. A draft plan is shared with you to read.

  4. You share your thoughts and ideas.

  5. The final EHCP is completed.

What Is Inside an EHCP?

  • Your child’s strengths and needs

  • Support for learning, health, and care

  • Short-term and long-term goals

  • School name details

  • Plans for yearly reviews

Yearly Reviews

EHCPs are reviewed every 12 months to check progress and update support. Parents and pupils are always involved.