Our Learning Spaces

At Thrive, every room is designed with care to support our learners’ emotional wellbeing, social growth, and academic progress. We’ve created calm, purposeful spaces where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to try their best. Each area of the school reflects The Thrive Code — encouraging kindness, respect, and positive engagement — while providing the structure and nurture that help every learner grow in confidence. Whether it’s a quiet moment in the sensory room, creative exploration in the art space, or teamwork in the classroom, our environment supports children to flourish in their own way.

Library

Sensory Room

Our library is a calm, welcoming space designed to nurture a love of reading in every learner. Soft seating, bright colours, and cosy corners create a comfortable environment where children can explore books at their own pace. The area includes a wide range of stories and picture books, encouraging curiosity, imagination, and relaxation. It’s also used for quiet reading time, storytelling sessions, and small group literacy work.

Our sensory room is a peaceful, low-lit space where children can relax, self-regulate, and take a break from the busyness of the day. Soft cushions, gentle lighting, and tactile resources create a soothing environment that helps learners feel safe and grounded. This space encourages children to practise Valuing yourself — taking time to understand and care for their emotions — and supports Engaging positively by helping them return to learning feeling calm and ready.

Early Years Classroom

Our Early Years classroom is a bright, open space that supports exploration, creativity, and early learning. With bi-fold doors opening directly onto the outdoor area, children enjoy a smooth flow between indoor and outdoor play — encouraging curiosity and independence through continuous provision. The environment promotes Trying your best by giving learners the freedom to explore at their own pace while building early communication, social, and problem-solving skills.

Play Room

Key Stage 2 Classroom

The Play Room is filled with opportunities for imaginative and hands-on learning. With dress-up costumes, construction toys, and small-world play, children can express themselves, experiment with ideas, and develop cooperation skills in a relaxed, supportive setting. This room celebrates Helping others and Engaging positively — encouraging children to share, collaborate, and build confidence through play.

Our KS2 classroom is a calm and structured space where older pupils can focus on developing their academic skills while building independence and resilience. The layout encourages both group collaboration and individual learning, supported by visual resources and clear routines. Learners are encouraged to take ownership of their progress, showing perseverance and pride in their achievements. This room reflects Trying your best and Respecting others — fostering teamwork, focus, and a sense of shared purpose in learning.

Secondary Study Room

Our Secondary Study Room provides a calm, focused environment where older learners can engage in independent study, small group work, and structured lessons. The clean, uncluttered layout and natural light help students concentrate and feel at ease. This space encourages learners to Inspire others through positive attitudes and effort, and to Value themselves by taking pride in their progress and achievements. It’s a place for purposeful learning and personal growth.

Art Room

Computer Room

Our Art Room is a bright and inspiring space where learners can explore their creativity and express themselves through a range of materials and techniques. With plenty of natural light and calm surroundings, it offers a peaceful environment for focused, mindful art-making. This room reflects Inspiring attitude and Valuing yourself, encouraging children to build confidence, celebrate their individuality, and take pride in their creative achievements.

Our Computer Room is a focused, engaging space where learners can build digital skills in a calm and structured environment. The room supports both creative and academic learning — from coding and research to developing typing and online safety skills. Pupils are encouraged to use technology responsibly and with confidence, reflecting Trying your best and Engaging positively. This space helps children prepare for the modern world while exploring technology in a safe, supported way.

Chill Out Room

The Chill Out Room is a calm, comfortable space designed to help learners relax and recharge when they need a break. Soft cushions, blankets, and gentle lighting create a safe, nurturing atmosphere where children can take time to breathe, reflect, or talk with a trusted adult. This room supports Valuing yourself by encouraging learners to recognise their emotions and use positive strategies to self-regulate, helping them return to learning feeling calm and ready.

Talking Room

Our Talking Room is a calm, nurturing space designed for one-to-one or small-group conversations. Surrounded by plants and natural light, it provides a safe environment where learners can share their thoughts, reflect on their feelings, and build trust with staff. This room supports Helping others and Respecting others by encouraging empathy, understanding, and positive communication — helping learners grow emotionally as well as academically.

Outdoor Area

Our outdoor area is an evolving space that will soon become Thrive’s dedicated playground — a place for movement, play, and connection. Even now, the area provides opportunities for fresh air and outdoor activities, supporting learners’ physical and emotional wellbeing. In the summer, we’ll be growing our own vegetables in pots, giving children the chance to learn about nature, responsibility, and healthy living through hands-on experiences. As it develops, it will become a vibrant space for games, group challenges, and sensory exploration. The playground will reflect Engaging positively and Inspiring attitude — encouraging children to work together, stay active, and enjoy being part of the Thrive community.