Donaldson's is Scotland's national school for pupils who are deaf or have communication difficulties.
24hr Curriculum
Opportunities to learn extend far beyond the classroom at Donaldson's. Working in close partnership with the school, Donaldson's Lodge fully embraces the 24-hour curriculum.
Donaldson's Lodge ensures that all opportunities for residential pupils, full or part time, contribute further to their experience of education. This includes:
- Linking in with themes and projects from the school curriculum and developing them in a residential setting.
- Promoting opportunities to take part in play and social opportunities where communication is not a barrier
- Offering increased exposure to British Sign Language and experience of using BSL in an array of every day settings including play, personal care, food and nutrition and special outings.
- Providing opportunities to take part in personal and social learning experiences fully supported by experienced care staff, helping our young people to develop resilience and a positive sense of self esteem. Activities include shopping, budgeting, healthy living and accessing community resources.
- Developing independence skills within a safe, supported environment.
- Acquiring skills for safe travel and accessing Donaldson's local community, promoting independence as far as possible.
"Donaldson's Lodge provides opportunities that promote the development of self esteem, confidence, communication and social skills and facilitate the development of appropriate social relationships in both deaf and hearing environments."
Head of Residential Child Care
- 01506 841900
- Textphone/Minicom 01506 841902
- Donaldson's, Preston Road,
Linlithgow, West Lothian, EH49 6HZ
Donaldson's (Governors of Donaldson Trust) is a registered charity (SC017417)
Donaldson's is a Grant Aided Special School supported by the Scottish Government
