Thornhill Park SchoolThornhill Park School is an independent specialist school based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear for pupils aged 4-19 Our mission is to work together inspiring, supporting, celebrating and equipping autistic and neurodiverse children, young people and adults. Home About Us Our People Our Principal Our Team Our Trustees & Senior Management Our Vision Our Impact Our Vacancies Our Education Our Curriculum Learner Voice CEIAG Minster Partnership School Information Virtual Tour Resources for parents/carers Term Dates Menu Attendance Newsletters Calendar of Events Ofsted Quality Data Safeguarding Policies and Publications Complaints Latest News Contact Pathway to Independent Living Our Pathway to Independent living is an individualised Programme for 14-19 year olds with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) with an Educational Health and Care plan (EHCP). The programmes primary aim is to provide pupils with the knowledge, skills and understanding of how to look after themselves, live as independently as possible in their preferred environment, and promote their social inclusion with the specialised support to do so. This programme will usually run for four years, where individualised programmes are developed around pupils EHC P outcomes to prepare them for adulthood. The pathway intentions are to encourage the development of: Literacy Numeracy Independent living Community inclusion Health and well-being Personal, social and emotional development Manage Cookie Preferences