We are proud to be supported by a network of dedicated business and community partners who play a vital role in enriching the educational experiences of its students. These partnerships exemplify a shared commitment to inclusion, opportunity, and real-world learning for young people with SEND.

Special collaborations with key organisations such as Amazon, Cummins, Volvo, Daventry Rotary Club, and Daventry Food Bank have been instrumental in providing both practical support and meaningful engagement. From volunteering and donations to joint community projects, these partnerships have helped to strengthen the school’s mission of preparing students for life beyond education.

Amazon, Cummins and Volvo have been standout partners, offering tailored employer engagement activities and work experience opportunities that help students explore the world of work in a supportive environment. This hands-on experience is essential for developing employability skills and building confidence.

In addition, a range of local employers—including Daventry Library, Simply Conveyancing, Holborn and Dolphin Nurseries, Kunis, Daventry Food Bank, Zepic Games and Stanwick Lakes —have opened their doors to provide invaluable work experience opportunities and placements. These opportunities allow students to develop practical skills, understand workplace expectations, and take their first steps toward greater independence.

Through these strong and growing partnerships, Daventry Hill School ensures that its students are not only connected to their community but also empowered to become active, capable, and confident members of society.

If you are a local business interested in working with us then please contact Louise Worts. 

We are deeply committed to supporting and giving back to both the local and wider community, recognising the importance of inclusion, contribution, and shared growth. As a school, Daventry Hill creates meaningful opportunities for students to engage beyond the classroom, strengthening community ties and promoting lifelong values. Through a rich tapestry of activities, partnerships, and outreach initiatives, the school cultivates a culture where all students – regardless of need – are empowered to make a difference.

At the heart of our approach are its five core values: curiosity, positivity, respect, resilience, and community. These values are not just aspirational; they are lived daily through the school's Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) curriculum. This holistic framework focuses on four key areas: Employment, Independent Living, Friends, Relationships and Community, and Health, ensuring students leave school equipped with the skills, confidence, and self-belief needed for adult life.

Throughout the school year, students across all phases participate in projects and initiatives that reflect these PfA outcomes while also embodying the school’s values. Examples include:

• Friends, Relationships, Community & Respect: Students regularly volunteer with local organisations, take part in community litter picking, and contribute to intergenerational projects through Daventry Volunteers Bureau, Daventry Food bank and by supporting local charities, showing genuine respect and a sense of social responsibility.

• Employment & Curiosity: Secondary and Post 16 students engage in supported work experience placements, where they ask questions, explore their interests, and develop vocational skills. Their curiosity drives them to discover new roles and understand the world of work.

• Independent Living & Resilience: The PfA curriculum builds on embedding the knowledge and skills required for preparing food, travel training, and managing personal finances help students to build practical independence and resilience.

• Health & Positivity: Through PHSE/RSE, PE, mindfulness, and wellbeing-focused lessons, students learn the value of a healthy lifestyle. They show positivity by encouraging one another and celebrating personal and group successes.

These efforts not only prepare students for the practicalities of adulthood but also demonstrate that every young person – regardless of ability – can contribute meaningfully to society. Daventry Hill School’s community is one where all individuals are valued, supported, and given the tools to thrive, creating a ripple effect of kindness, service, and empowerment in the wider world

We strongly believe we have a role to play in improving provision for all students with SEND, including those outside of our own school community. One way we support this is by offering training and development opportunities to local schools.

We share our calendar of CPD sessions with local schools and invite them to send up to two members of staff to attend our after-school sessions free of charge.

In addition, we offer a bespoke, individualised programme tailored to the needs of each school. This may include an initial meeting with a senior leader, a school visit, sharing of curriculum documentation, and opportunities to shadow our staff in their classrooms.

If you are a local school and would like to find out more, please contact Tracy McKay.