Cliffdale Primary Academy, Portsmouth

Cliffdale is a special school for 116 pupils aged 4-11, who have complex learning difficulties, and many of whom have autism.

The school is committed to ensuring that pupils are confident and happy and proud of themselves and their achievements, and has created the most stimulating learning environment with a focus on outdoor learning. They deliver a relevant and challenging curriculum and have an active partnership with families and the communities, in which pupils live, work and play.

Cliffdale is a member of the Solent Academies Trust, a partnership of schools including Mary Rose Academy and Redwood Park Academy. Together, they ensure that pupils experience the very best education possible and achieve great things.