Headteacher
Headteacher
Quayside School will be a new specialist school in Salford, designed to support up to 30 children and young people aged 5–19 with autism, learning disabilities, and associated complex needs. Building on our growing portfolio of two specialist schools and a college, Quayside School represents our continued commitment to delivering sector-leading, forward-thinking education that puts pupils first.
Our schools are shaped around the individual — creating safe, nurturing, and ambitious learning environments where every young person is supported to thrive, develop independence, and reach their full potential. Quayside School will welcome both day pupils and individuals who live within our residential homes, ensuring continuity of care, education, and support.
We are proud to be expanding into Salford and look forward to becoming an active, positive presence within the local community. As we prepare for the school’s opening in 2026, we are excited to bring our values, expertise, and passion for inclusive education to Quayside School — for the benefit of pupils, their families, and the communities we serve.
Our specialist education provision at Quayside is located in Salford
We are an Independent Special School which is accessed by local education authorities, social care and health services who require an integrated package of education and care, or school day placements.
We will be registered for up to 30 places for pupils aged 5 – 19 years, which includes day placements.
Our highly trained workforce are particularly skilled in supporting pupils with sensory integration difficulties and providing strategies to focus on self-regulation, and strategies to support autism.
Each pupil will have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and a Positive Behaviour Support Plan (PBSP). Across our Bright Futures Schools, we use a range of tools to support assessment and track progress. These include Evidence for Learning which supports a holistic approach considering engagement and learning. Learning goals and achievements are hugely celebrated. We use national accreditation including the EQUALS Award schemes, ASDAN programmes, GCSEs, and other awarding bodies.
We work closely with Therapy Services and provide all of our young people and adults with a ‘sensory diet’ which is a carefully designed, personalised plan and provides the sensory input the individual needs to stay focused and organised throughout the day. The effects of a sensory diet can be immediate and cumulative. Not only can they help stimulate or calm an individual in the moment, but they can also support restructuring the individual’s nervous system over time so they can become more tolerant of certain sensations or situations that they may find challenging.
Here at Bright Futures we support pupils to ‘awaken their potential’ through great quality education.
Our person-centred vision is to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil thrives, empowering them through personalised learning experiences, fostering independence, resilience, and confidence. We strive to create a supportive community that embraces diversity, encourages personal growth, and prepares our pupils for their futures, both academically and socially.
With the people we provide support and education to, with their families, with our community, and with our fellow professionals. Together we are one team.
We have unwavering commitment to the people we provide support and education to. We offer specialist care, education and therapeutic support tailored to meet each individual’s needs.
By listening, reflecting and learning we make changes to continuously improve what we do.
We understand how difficult it can be for families to place their loved one in a new school or in the care of others. With our open, calm and supportive approach we are by your side for the journey ahead.
Headteacher
School Business Manager
Our singular vision is to support young people with autism and complex needs to ‘awaken their potential’ by providing the highest quality personalised, achievement-driven education.
Our starting point will be to reengage pupils in their education from their varying crisis points by teaching them to regulate their emotional needs and helping them understand their motivations, enabling them to access the waking day curriculum.
We have created a broad, balanced, knowledge-rich curriculum that is coherently planned and sequenced to promote engagement, independence, and personal growth and achieve relevant academic qualifications and life skills, ready for future learning, active citizenship, and employment.
Our curriculum aims are for every pupil to:
Pupils will access the curriculum through different Curriculum Pathways: Pre-Engagement, Engagement, Pre-Key Stage, Key Stage, and Post 16.
Each Pathway has a modified version of the National Curriculum and is based on the EQUALS scheme of work, which provides a robust framework for assessing and enhancing individual abilities.
There are coherently planned opportunities to support pupils in developing their character, life skills, communication, and mental, physical, and emotional health. In addition, the school promotes social, moral, spiritual, and cultural development and understanding of Britain’s fundamental British values through planned subject-specific cross-curriculum activities and other organised events and focus weeks.
Many aspects of the curriculum are taught or strengthened through community-based activities with pupils accessing work encounters and Experiences of Work placements..
Term Dates 2025-2026
Term Dates 2026-2027
The safety and well-being of our pupils is our top priority. We are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where all children can thrive, learn, and grow. Our safeguarding policies and procedures are designed to ensure that every child is protected from harm, abuse, and neglect, and that they feel secure and valued within our school community.
Designated Safeguarding Leads:
Reece Greenwood (Headteacher, Designated Safeguarding Lead).
Emi Chiu (Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead)
Maria Fiddimore (Company Safeguarding Lead)
Our DSL and Deputy DSLs are trained to respond to safeguarding concerns and are responsible for ensuring that our safeguarding policies are implemented effectively. They are available to provide support to pupils, colleagues, and parents regarding any safeguarding issues.
Safeguarding Policies
Our safeguarding policies are regularly reviewed and updated in accordance with local and national guidelines. We work closely with local authorities and safeguarding partners to ensure the highest standards of care for our pupils. Our policies cover areas such as:
We actively promote a culture of vigilance, encouraging our teams and pupils to be aware of safeguarding issues and to report any concerns promptly.
Reporting Concerns
If you have any concerns about the safety or well-being of a child at Quayside School, please do not hesitate to contact our Designated Safeguarding Lead or one of the Deputy DSLs. We take all concerns seriously and will investigate them thoroughly and sensitively.
Our safeguarding team all have regular external training to allow them to do their job with skill, knowledge and confidence.
To promote a safe environment for pupils, our recruitment policy includes all checks on employees and regular volunteers’ suitability, including Criminal Records Bureau checks, as recommended by the local Council in accordance with current legislation.
The procedures, which we follow, have been laid down by the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board, and the school has adopted a Child Protection Policy in line with this for the safety of all. If you would like to know more about our procedures, please speak with the Headteacher. The policy can be found below.
We think it is important to work in partnership with parents, carers and outside agencies to help our pupils achieve their full potential. There are occasions when our concern about a child may mean that we have to consult other agencies. Whilst we would always aim to work in partnership with parents there may be exceptions to this when concerns are raised for the protection of a child.
On very rare occasions Social Care, whilst undertaking an investigation under s47 of the Children Act 1989, may want to speak to a child without parents’ knowledge. This would be a decision made in collaboration with partner agencies and would only be done in situations where a child might be at immediate risk. To gain consent at this point may increase the level of risk to the child or cause evidence of a crime to be lost.
Together, we can ensure a safe and supportive environment for all our pupils at Quayside School. Thank you for your continued support in safeguarding our children.
At Bright Futures, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported to achieve their full potential. We recognise and embrace the unique strengths, abilities and needs of all our pupils, teams, and community members. We actively promote equality and diversity in all aspects of school life, ensuring that differences are celebrated, and every individual is treated with dignity.
We believe that a diverse community enriches our learning environment and helps prepare pupils for life beyond school. Our curriculum is designed to promote understanding, tolerance, and respect for different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives. We are committed to removing any barriers to learning, participation, or progression, and to ensuring that all pupils, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background, have equal opportunities to succeed.
We maintain zero tolerance for discrimination, bullying, or harassment in any form. We strive to create a safe and supportive atmosphere where everyone feels they belong and can contribute meaningfully.
At Quayside, we are looking for ways to give back and support our local community, nurturing active citizenship in our pupils.
Once our students have joined our School, we’ll be setting up a dedicated Student Council, who will guide our decisions on our community service initiatives, empowering pupils to lead and make a positive impact.
We are looking at how we can embed what we do within the community. If you know of any ways we may be able to get involved and support, do get in touch. Across our other schools, pupils craft dog beds for local shelters, create blankets for local hospital NICU services, grow food for local food banks and grow plants that are then used as displays in the local community. If you'd like to make any suggestions on how we can work together to support our community - contact us.
At Quayside School, we recognise that families play a crucial role in the education and development of our pupils. We are committed to providing comprehensive support to families, ensuring that they feel empowered and informed as they navigate the unique challenges and experiences associated with their child’s education.
We believe that strong partnerships between families and the school community are essential for fostering a positive learning environment. Our family support initiatives are designed to offer resources, guidance, and encouragement to parents and caregivers, enabling them to actively participate in their child’s educational journey.
Open Communication
We prioritise transparent and open communication with families. Our team is always available to discuss any concerns or questions you may have about your child’s progress, needs, or experiences at school. We encourage regular updates and feedback to ensure that we are working together to support your child. This includes parent coffee mornings with teacher, parents evenings/meetings and headteacher coffee mornings.
Transition Support
Transitioning to a new school, between stages of education or moving into adulthood can be a significant time for families. We offer support during these transitions, including guidance on available options for further education, vocational training, and supported living arrangements. Our goal is to help families navigate these changes with confidence and clarity.
Contact us
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our family support services, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Our dedicated team is here to help and support you every step of the way. At Quayside School, we believe that together, we can create a supportive and nurturing environment for our pupils and their families. Thank you for being an essential part of our school community!
For further information about the school or to request a free copy of any of our policies, please contact us directly.
If you’re unable to reach anyone at the school during the holidays, please contact the us on
01925 759162 or admin@brightfuturescare.co.uk