THE MOUNT offers further education to adolescents (aged 16 and over) with a variety of special needs, within the context of a residential community. It is in a rural setting, but with access to the local village and to Tunbridge Wells. The emphasis on community life can be helpful and supportive to adolescents, particularly those with emotional/behavioural difficulties, autism, Asperger's syndrome, Down's Syndrome, and others with moderate to severe learning disabilities. The curriculum is based on the teachings of Rudolf Steiner. In the first two years, formal classroom education is continued in line with the Waldorf curriculum; this is the Upper School. Students can then embark on a three year College Course, with training in craft, or other practical subjects. A weavery, pottery, and woodwork shop offer craft training. A bakery and a fully operational organic garden both provide training and supply the community with bread, fruit and vegetables.
Admission is at any age from 16 to 19; day pupils are also accepted.
