Welcome to The Sheiling Ringwood
Set in a stunning, sustainable and eco-friendly 45-acre site close to the New Forest and Dorset coastline, the natural surroundings of our school and college provide a rich, enabling and therapeutic learning environment for students, aged 5-25, who have a special educational need.
We specialise in autism and communication difficulties, severe and complex learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge.
Our mission is to create an educational, therapeutic community and environment, which upholds each person's human integrity and spiritual wholeness and where every child and young person, both because of and despite their individual challenges, has something to give and something to learn through all of their relationships with others.
Corine van Barneveld
Principal
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Our @thesheilingringwood college students were recently invited to a volunteer celebration and plaque unveiling @diverseabilities, where all volunteers were recognised and thanked for their time and commitment. Our students were proud to see their contribution represented on the beautiful 'leaf' plaque displayed on the building, marking the collective impact of everyone involved. For over a year now, we've been working alongside Diverse Abilities at their newest setting and it has been a rewarding partnership. Our students support with grounds maintenance such as sweeping leaves, clearing pathways, weeding and composting. When the weather isn't on our side, they lend a hand indoors with cleaning and hoovering. They've also helped with leaflet drops in the local area to support events. This experience provides valuable work experience while also supporting students working towards their Duke of Edinburgh's Award - helping them build confidence, develop practical skills and feel part of something meaningful. #school #college #residential #day #healthandtherapies #SEND #dorset #hampshire #75years