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Villa Real Road, Consett, Co Durham DH8 6BH | villareal@durhamlearning.net | 01207 503651
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WELCOME TO VILLA REAL
Villa Real is a mixed day school for pupils aged from 2 to 19 years who have severe, profound, medical and complex learning difficulties, some of whom also have Autism Spectrum Disorder, or Cerebral Palsy. Please come and visit us or get in touch for more information.
SCHOOL NEWS
Easter Assemblies
Posted 12th March
This year's Easter assemblies will take place as follows:
Primary Easter Assembly - Wednesday 1st April 10:30-11:30am
Secondary Easter Assembly - Thursday 2nd April 10:30-11:30am
This year's theme is 'Spring Awakening,' which explores animals in spring. The aim is to consider the importance of spring, its impact on animals and how we can be helpful in this season.
As usual, due to space, this will be limited to two parents/carers per child.
World Book Day
Posted 12th March
World Book Day was absolutely magical! Did you spot your favourite character? Our students and staff had a blast celebrating all things books and stories.
The best part? This is just the beginning! Reading for pleasure is going to be a big focus all year long, so keep your eyes peeled for exciting ideas, helpful resources, and family-friendly links coming your way. Get ready to dive into some amazing adventures together!
Parenting in an Age of AI Event
Posted 11th March
​Our next parental engagement event will take place on Wednesday 18th March in school at 10am. Focusing on AI, parents are invited to attend to learn more about how we are using AI in school and how best to support your child when using AI. As a school community, we know that technology can often provide life-changing accessibility. This session is a safe space to ask questions, share concerns, and discover new ways to support your child’s development at Villa Real School using AI as a tool to promote learning. Please return the slip on the letter that was sent out earlier this week to book your place.
Red Nose Day
Posted 5th March
On Friday 20th March we will participate in Red Nose Day with a theme of 'Do Something Funny for Money'. If parents/carers would like to donate please use this QR code or this link:
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rnd26-villa-real-school
UPCOMING EVENTS
9th - 13th March
CE Awareness Week
18th March
Parenting in an Age of AI Event
20th March
Red Nose Day
April
Autism Acceptance Month
1st April
Primary Easter Assembly 10:30-11:30am
2nd April
Secondary Easter Assembly 10:30-11:30am
24th April
Circus Skills Day
11th - 15th May
Mental Health Awareness Week
20th May
National Numeracy Day
SCHOOL OPENING TIMES
CONTACT US
Villa Real School
Villa Real Road
Consett
Co Durham
DH8 6BH
Telephone: 01207 503651
Email: villareal@durhamlearning.net
FOLLOW US
https://www.facebook.com/
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Just a reminder that ALL medication sent in MUST have the consent forms completed online as per the letter sent out at the end of July 2025.
We cannot administer any medication without the consent forms being completed.
If you have any issues with completing online, you can come in to school and we will assist you to do this in person.
Our Remote Learning Provision policy can be found in our home school section. Parental updates can be found in the letters section. Should you have any concerns please contact the school.
Following change of attendance regulations by DFE we can no longer authorise holidays. If you wish a LOA for something else e.g. participation in performance, sport event etc then please write a letter addressed to Jill Bowe.
Reminder: Please be aware that we have staff and students in school with anaphylaxis. Please do not bring nuts or products containing nuts into the school on any occasion as this could be life threatening to anyone with this condition.
CHILD EXPLOITATION AND ONLINE PROTECTION
Click here to access the CEOP website.
Click here to access our Online Safety section.
ADMISSION VISITS
At Villa Real all of our admissions come directly from SEN Placement and Provision at County Hall. All pupils who attend Villa Real have an Educational Health and Care Plan (EHCP). For more information about admissions please contact the Placement and Provision Team on 03000 265878.
If you have any questions about our SEND Local Offer please contact the school and we will try our best to help you.
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