Welcome to the website of Newbridge Academy

I would like to warmly welcome you to Newbridge Academy.  Newbridge Academy is an outstanding special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years, who have severe and complex learning differences.

At Newbridge all of our pupils will develop their communication and independence with an emphasis on what the pupils ‘Can do’.

Split over two sites our Lower School provides an exciting foundation to pupils learning with a range of fun activities and resources. We are passionate about forming relationships with our pupils and their families so we really know each unique child’s background, interests and motivators. Every child will start their school life in a safe and stimulating learning environment that will help form a lifelong love of learning.

Our Upper School builds upon these relationships and interests developing their cognitive skills, social skills and levels of independence. By providing a child-centred, stimulating and holistic curriculum, pupils will develop self-confidence and resilience both within school and in their wider community. Once in sixth form we focus on preparation for adulthood so our pupils leave Newbridge with the skills they need ready for their next destinations.

We are immensely proud of our school and its pupils and each small step of progress they make in their unique learning journeys.

School Term Dates 2026–2027

Autumn Term 2026

Spring Term 2027

Summer Term 2027

Inset days — school closed to pupils

Bank holidays

Clubs & Events

Astrum Multi Academy Trust delivers clubs for children and young people aged 5–18 who attend Astrum schools and live within the borough.

Astrum Stars - Holiday Club

Astrum Stars runs during selected school holidays. The club provides a range of structured opportunities for pupils, including physical and sensory activities, social interaction, and wellbeing support.

Important Information

Each child is currently limited to a maximum of three days per year.
The academic year runs from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026.

Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. While you may request additional days, these can only be offered if cancellations arise, which are rare. Requested days are not guaranteed until written confirmation has been issued.

Booking a Place

To request a place, parents and carers must complete the relevant booking form. Forms will be sent via Arbor closer to each club date and must be returned by the stated deadline. Written confirmation will be provided confirming the allocated days.

2026–2027 Holiday Club Dates

Easter Holiday Club 2026 (4 days)
Monday 30 March, Tuesday 31 March, Wednesday 1 April, Thursday 2 April

Summer Break 2026 (8 days)
Tuesday 21 July, Wednesday 22 July, Thursday 23 July, Friday 24 July
Monday 27 July, Tuesday 28 July, Wednesday 29 July, Thursday 30 July

October Break 2026 (2 days)
Monday 26 October and Tuesday 27 October

Holiday Club Contact Information

The contacts below are specifically for queries relating to Astrum Stars – Holiday Club and Extended Services. Please use these details for booking enquiries, eligibility questions, or club-specific information.

Extended Services Manager – Sumaiya Ibraheem
E: Sumaiya.mohamedibraheem@hatchside.astrum-mat.org
T: 020 8590 7272 ext. 403

Deputy Extended Services Manager – Sheila Permal
E: Sheila.Permal@astrum-mat.org
T: 020 8590 7272 ext. 307