Our Setting

We know that buildings and environments matter. As well as having qualified and highly trained colleagues, we make full use of our rural setting to create a safe, calm and nurturing space for our children. Hillside includes a dedicated forest school area, generous outdoor space and facilities for practical and vocational learning.

Goats and chickens will soon form an important part of the Hillside community. We know that spending time with animals can provide a calming, therapeutic connection that supports emotional regulation, reduces anxiety and builds trust. Caring for them gives children meaningful responsibility, helping them develop empathy, confidence and a real sense of purpose.