Palladian Academy Trust, which runs Ralph Allen School at Claverton Down Road, has submitted a planning application to B&NES Council for a new resource base for pupils with autism.
The extension to an existing block at Ralph Allen will accommodate up to 20 pupils with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).
The 350sqm first-floor vertical extension is proposed to the school’s existing Design & Technology and IT teaching facilities.
The project will also address areas in the existing building which are in need of refurbishment or upgrade.
A resource base enables pupils with additional needs to be supported on a more individual or small group basis but also enable them to integrate into the mainstream curriculum and social life.
The development will not increase the number of students at the school, and the planned admission numbers will remain the same.
Although the resource base needs to be accessible, it is not intended for pupils with a physical disability as it is planned to primarily support those with ASD.
The planning application reference is 24/00398/FUL and the deadline for comments is 20th March.
