Our Residential Offer

Aurora Rowan’s ethos and philosophy are based on the belief that children and young people with complex needs do not thrive, progress or develop if not encouraged, supported or believed in by staff around them. Only with consistent, fully informed and appropriate support, intervention and direction will children and young people develop and learn the skills necessary to make the most of their potential.

Aurora Rowan is committed to enabling children in our care to understand and cope with the world around them, and the positive contribution they can make within it. We are committed to enabling children to develop effective communication and independence skills no matter how small. The team are committed to work alongside children to develop self-management strategies for their behaviours or when in crisis. The focus for our young people is to develop effective life skills so that when they leave us, they are confident within themselves and have greater communication and independence skills which will support them within their adult life

Children and young people at Aurora Rowan live together in carefully risk assessed groups, which also considers needs, abilities and interests. At capacity school has single ensuite accommodation for up to 3 residents a night (Monday-Thursday/ Term time only), offering a mixture of regular and respite options for the school community. Respite can also be offered through the residential offer of extended days and after school social care activities. 

The accommodation provides a good mix of private and communal rooms within Badgers. There is a communal lounge, outside areas as well as ensuite bedrooms, and kitchen/dining room.

Badgers has the ability to display information to support children with their understanding, communication, and to help them understand the structure of their day. Symbols are used in signage; staff also use a range of AAC to support the communication opportunities for the residents. 

We also have a range of activities on site, including a sensory room, garden, musical Instruments and outside play equipment, which can support our children to self- regulate when anxious as well as meet their individual sensory needs within a safe environment.

Residential services are available during weekdays/term time.