Accessible Facilities for Children and Young People

 

Welcome to Pathways, White Lodge’s specialist children’s centre in Chertsey, Surrey.

Pathways is White Lodge’s specialist children’s centre in Chertsey, designed to support children and young people with SEND and/or disabilities, and for their families, through inclusive spaces, specialist facilities, and tailored support services.

From our Nursery and hydrotherapy pool to sensory spaces and therapy rooms, Pathways provides a safe, welcoming environment where children can learn, play, build confidence and thrive.

Designed Around Every Child

Every area within Pathways has been carefully created to support children and young people with a wide range of disabilities and additional needs.

Our incusive SEND support services help children:

• feel safe and comfortable
• develop confidence and independence
• improve communication and physical wellbeing
• build friendships and social skills
• learn through play and exploration

We offer:

Nursery

Our inclusive nursery in Surrey supports children with disabilities and additional needs to learn, play and develop confidence in a safe and nurturing environment. Ofsted rated GOOD, our nursery is inclusive to all, enabling children of all abilities to reach their potential.

Open:  Monday to Friday 9.30 to 3.30 term time only

Provision: Flexible hours for the 15 hours of free childcare for three to five-year-olds and some eligible two-year-olds.

A separate room for children to benefit from more one-to-one support in a peaceful, yet stimulating environment.

There are plenty of outdoor activities in our wonderful gardens and play areas.

Hydrotherapy Pool

Our hydrotherapy pool supports physiotherapy, movement, relaxation and wellbeing for children and young people with a wide range of physical disabilities and additional needs.

Maintained at 33–35°C, the pool supports muscle relaxation, mobility, confidence and wellbeing for children of all ages and abilities.

Sensory Room

Our sensory room offers a calming and engaging environment designed to support sensory development, communication, emotional regulation and relaxation. This is achieved through specialist lighting, textures, sounds, and interactive equipment that support children with sensory processing needs.

Kitchen

A specialist kitchen adapted for those with disabilities, where children can take part in a range of cooking activities.

Den

A welcoming, low-pressure space where children and young people can unwind, socialise, relax or simply take time out when needed.

Who We Support

Pathways supports children and young people with a wide range of physical disabilities, learning disabilities, complex health needs and additional needs.

Our inclusive facilities are designed to help every child feel safe, supported and able to thrive.

Find out more by visiting our Children's and Young People page.