Reading is about much more than books, spelling and English grades. It can open up opportunities, build confidence and help young people better understand themselves and the world around them. In this episode of the Green Room podcast, we explore why reading matters, why some young people find it challenging, and how the right support can make a real difference. Small Steps, Big Progress Reading is a skill that develops with practice, encouragement and time. Even 15–20 minute

At The Green Room, education is about so much more than what happens in the classroom. It’s about creating a sense of belonging, building trust and making sure every young person feels safe, valued and ready to learn. Our approach recognises that the little things often make the biggest difference. From preparing welcoming spaces and sharing a cup of tea to offering a listening ear or a moment of laughter, every interaction helps create an environment where young people feel

What does it really mean to listen? In a recent podcast episode, The Green Room’s therapists Elizabeth, Chris and Jess explored how listening and responding can help us build meaningful connections, particularly when supporting young people. Their conversation highlighted an important message: listening isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about meeting people where they are. Being present, without judgement Sometimes, the most valuable thing we can do is simply be there.

Artificial intelligence has quickly moved from something that felt futuristic to a tool that is now part of everyday life, including education. With tools such as ChatGPT and Google Gemini becoming increasingly accessible, schools are asking some important questions. How can AI support learning? What are the risks? And how do we make sure technology enhances education without taking away the human connection at its heart? In a recent episode of our podcast, we explored these

A big thank you to everyone who came along to the Winter Fayre on Friday! Your energy and support helped make the day a great success. A special well done to everyone involved in the Living Advent Performance—you did a fantastic job! It was heartwarming to see so much creativity and talent from the pupils, as well as support from parents, ex-pupils and the community. We hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did and found some festive treasures to take home.

Save the date! The Green Room Foundation Winter Fayre is back at The Swan! Join us on Friday 6th December for a festive afternoon, unique handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Keep an eye out for more details coming soon.

The Green Room Christmas trees are back this year and already available to order! Pick up is on Thursday 5 December from 11am-2pm at The Swan. Don’t miss out on your Nordmann Firs! Order here: https://forms.gle/sPUczuoYZA5Wzsq56

On Wednesday, 6th November, students, staff, and pupils from all three schools will come together at our Kingsley site (GRK) for a special Guy Fawkes Day celebration with a Halloween twist! This event is one of many planned throughout the year, bringing together our Windsor and Kingsley schools. The goal of these gatherings is to strengthen the connections, experiences, and friendships between our students and staff, while also creating new bonds. Once at Kingsley, students w

We are looking forward to welcoming prospective parents/carers, pupils and councils to our open days on Wednesday 9th October (GRK) and Wednesday 16 October (GRW & GRC). Visitors are invited to our schools and college, to see what we offer, the exciting timetable our students can engage in and have a tour of our unique sites. There will be the opportunity to chat to our head of school/college, our teaching staff, support staff, admissions team and student representatives.

It’s good to be back! We welcomed this year’s cohort into the school last Wednesday after a long old summer and it felt like we’d never been away! Our New Year 9’s have been settling into to life at The Green Room nicely, our Year 10’s have taken the step up to GCSE and Thursday options in their stride, and our Year 11’s enter their final year of schooling with us - and with the end goal of qualification in the distance on the horizon. Last week, and probably this week too,

WE'RE BACK!! GRC 24/25 is underway with a fresh cohort of year 12s joining our amazxing year 13s and 14s. We had an entire pub full of energy and enthusiasm. Well done to everyone for getting through the first day nerves and for making a brilliant start to the year! #GRC #Startapath #ROCCIT

Our second Curriculum Collapse week of this academic year, once again, proved to be a great success as pupils enthusiastically took the opportunity to immerse themselves in history, culture, society and politics as we dedicated 3 days to the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s. It’s wonderful to see a high level of curiosity, collaboration and decision-making around school not to mention the creativity on display. The goal, as always, with Curriculum Collapse is two-fold: to allow pupils t

GRC headed out for our first Resilience Walk yesterday, as part of our training program for this year's #GRExpedition to Snowdonia! Well done to all our walkers and thanks for tagging along, Angus (Sammy's lovely dog)! #GRC #Startapath #ROCCIT

Pencil it in folks, or even get organised and book yourself a table for our next Green Canteen dinner service. Contact @theswanclewer for bookings and prepare to be thoroughly delighted by our superb food and uniquely friendly service :) #GRC #Startapath #ROCCIT #workexperience #GRC #Startapath #ROCCIT #workexperience

We always love an excuse to dress up!

Join GEMS for an Informal open discussion. Covering the following areas: Balancing needs of siblings, parents and the autistic child, Routines and rituals affecting others at home, Advocating for your child and managing other family membersFriday 1st March from 10am to 11:15am. Subject: Autism & The Family Spaces: 25 places available Celebrate your success with other parents/carers, share your experience and gain support during our coffee morning. Booking criteria: Must resid

Here's the menu for Tuesday's Green Canteen dinner service at The Swan Clewer. Book your table with the pub and get your fill of delicious, freshly-cooked meals prepared by our fantastic students (and the fantastic Jenni!!) Serving 5 – 8.30pm #GRC #GreenCanteen #Startapath #workexperience #ROCCIT

🦎🦎🦎IMOOGI IS BACK! 🦎🦎🦎 After a sabbatical spent working on his yoga, munching wax worms and generally relaxing, our resident gecko Imoogi is back at GRC. We let him settle for a few weeks before taking him out to reacquaint himself with his forever home. Welcome back, friend!

Last half term's reward trip was to Ninja Warrior!! The 10 pupils at GRK with the most positives, least negatives & most positive change across the term get a fun day out as a reward for their efforts. Will it be you next time?