Classes
At Hazel Oak, our mission is to improve life chances for young people with additional needs by fostering confidence, connection, and personal growth. Our class names reflect this journey – rooted in nature, rich in meaning, and aligned with our school’s core values. By naming each class after a tree, we offer more than labels – we offer symbols that reflect the journey of learning and life. From gentle beginnings to independent maturity, every name represents a stage in our pupils’ growth and a quality we nurture within them.
Early Years Foundation StageBritish Fruit Trees - Gentle growth and beginnings |
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APPLE |
CHERRY |
PLUM |
| Mrs L Walker and Mrs E Edgington | Ms L Elkin | Mrs A Shute and Miss A Costello |
| Learning, growth, and new beginnings | Beauty, innocence and fresh starts | Hope, resilience and gentle strength |
| Supporting complex autism with associated sensory processing and non talking communication needs |
Supporting complex autism with associated sensory processing and non talking communication needs |
Supporting complex autism with associated sensory processing and non talking communication needs |
KEY STAGE 2Native British Trees - Resilience and personal identity |
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OAK |
WILLOW | HAZEL |
BIRCH |
| Mr T Melville | Mr D Wilkinson | Mr Y Kamal | Mrs A Blanchflower and K Mrs Williams |
| A symbol of strength and endurance | Known for flexibility and resilience | Represents knowledge and inspiration | Symbolises renewal and growth |
| Supporting students with communication needs, SEMH and learning difficulties | Supporting students with communication needs, SEMH and learning difficulties | Supporting complex autism with associated sensory processing and communication | Supporting complex autism with associated sensory processing, communication and medical needs |
KEY STAGE 3International Trees - Diversity, connection and discovery |
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BAOBAB |
KAPOK | CEDAR | MAPLE |
| Miss Dudley and Mrs Douglas | Miss A Andreou | Mr J Kennard | Mrs L Noke and Mrs A Blanchflower |
| Community, wisdom and life (the "Tree of Life") | Interconnectedness, cultural heritage and protection fo the planet | Symbolises strength and spiritual grounding | Represents balance, transformation and beauty across the seasons |
| Supporting students with moderate learning and sensory needs | Supporting students with SEMH and moderate learning needs | Supporting students with sensory, communication and SEMH needs | Supporting complex autism with associated sensory processing, communication and medical needs |
KEY STAGE 4Evergreen Trees - Consistency, strength and perseverance |
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YEW |
SPRUCE | OLIVE |
| Mr A Hopkins | Mrs J Walker | Mrs L Kurti |
| Ancient and enduring, linked to transformation | Symbolises clarity, resilience, and the ability to survive in harsh conditions | Peace, perseverance and unity |
| Supporting students with more sensory needs, social communication challenges and a focus on life skills. | A Year 10 class supporting students with moderate learning difficulties. Pupils will be in academic ability groups for core subjects. | A Year 11 class supporting students with moderate learning difficulties. Pupils will be in academic ability groups for core subjects. |
SIXTH FORMMythical Trees - Legacy, deep wisdom, and transition to adulthood |
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| REDWOOD |
ELDER |
| Mrs Kennard | Mrs Wood |
| Represents stability, perspective and growth | Associated with wisdom, transition and protection |
| Supporting students with a range of moderate learning difficulties, communication and sensory needs | Supporting students with a range of moderate learning difficulties, communication and sensory needs |