Ganton School now has two extra classrooms along with more new amenities
A new state-of-the-art facility to accommodate more SEND pupils has opened in Hull. Ganton Special School now boasts two additional classrooms, two quiet rooms, and related amenities.
This expansion at the Anlaby Park Road South school will create up to 20 new SEND places, providing an environment specifically designed for these pupils’ needs. Cllr Paul Drake-Davis, responsible for economic renewal, housing and organisational development at Hull City Council, said: “It was a pleasure to be able to see the new facilities at Ganton Special School, but more importantly, the pupils there who are benefitting from it.
“It’s a great example of the council working with partners to support pupils and their families where it is needed.”
The initiative is in line with the council’s Hull SEND Strategic Plan 2024-2027.
Cllr Linda Tock, portfolio holder for children’s services at the authority, said: “This project outlines the continued commitment from the council to support SEND pupils in Hull and I’m delighted that the new building is now open.”
Alec Young, head teacher at Ganton Special School, which caters to children and young adults with severe learning difficulties and is part of the Humber Education Trust, said: “We are delighted to announce the opening of two brand-new classrooms at Ganton. This milestone is the result of meaningful co-production between staff, families, the local authority, contractors and the wider community.
“By working together, we have created spaces that are not only functional, but deeply responsive to the unique needs of our pupils. It is our aim to provide our community with the tools to build resilience not reliance and understanding the importance of collaboration is key to this.
“I am proud of the work completed and also excited to put the classrooms to good use!”
The work was carried out by Hull Esteem Consortium LEP and Sewell Construction – partners of the council. Gavin Barley, general manager at Hull Esteem, said: “We know there’s a need for more school places across the city to support pupils with SEND and this latest project marks the next step on the journey to provide tailored spaces that meet their needs.
“We’re delighted to have worked alongside Ganton School, Hull City Council and construction partner, Sewell Construction, to create this high-quality facility.”