At Discovery we use symbols to support out pupils when communicating how they are feeling.

For Makaton signs on our emotions please follow this link https://www.discoveryspecialacademy.org.uk/curriculum/makaton-sign/
If you would like a copy of these symbols please ask your child’s teacher.
School is now closed for May half term. The academy will reopen on Tuesday 2nd June 2026.
Vision, Values and Ethos Discovery Special Academy caters for pupils age 3 – 16 with severe learning difficulties (SLD) and is an academy within the Tees Valley Education Trust. The...
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Discovery Special Academy
Sandy Flatts Lane
Middlesbrough
TS5 7YN
Phone: 01642 248333
Email: enquiries@discoveryspecialacademy.org.uk
