Our mission, vision and ethos.
Our Mission
At Lady Byron School, our mission is simple yet powerful:
To help the world see autism as a strength, not a weakness.
Our Vision
We aspire to prepare young people for adulthood with the skills, confidence, and resilience to live independent and fulfilling lives.
Our vision is to make Lady Byron School an exemplar of best practice—where holistic support, personalised learning, and high aspirations ensure that every young person can achieve their personal best and access the same opportunities as their mainstream peers.
We aim to build a vibrant, welcoming community where:
- Students and staff are proud, motivated, and excited to come to school each day.
- Parents and carers know their children are safe, nurtured, progressing positively, and listened to.
Our curriculum is person-centred—breaking down barriers to learning, supporting wellbeing, and nurturing both academic and social development.
Our Ethos
Lady Byron School is built on positivity, teamwork, and respect. We put our students at the heart of everything we do.
As a team, we:
- Take a positive and supportive approach
- Enable our students rather than disable them
- Respect and value one another
- Approach challenges with a “can-do” attitude
- Work hard and stay resilient
- Are passionate about providing the very best for our students
- Celebrate every achievement, big or small
- Create a safe, caring, and joyful environment
- Learn from each other—and have fun doing it
- Stand together as a close, supportive team