News and Updates

New Site Update - 20/08/2026

Our relocation to Barn Street, Stoke Newington is now fully underway. Formerly one of the oldest Primary school sites in England, our new home consists of an old Victorian School house with modern extensions, 2 spacious playgrounds and annex.

Unfortunately, due to the age of some parts of the site, fairly extensive works are currently being carried out to ensure the accessibility of all areas to all of our future learners. You can see some of the works being undertaken in the images here.

Currently, works are on target to complete on time; however we will continue to update this page with any possible changes or delays to our expected re-opening dates (see below for term dates).

Front of College

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Front of College

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Download a social story to help your child understand our move here...

new building social story.pdf

Phone

0208-8817-739

Address

1 Mallard Place, Coburg Road, London, N22 6TS

Email

admin@area51ed.org.uk

Term Dates 2026 - 27

Autumn Term: Monday 14th Sept - NEW STUDENTS ONLY.

Tuesday 15th Sept - Friday 18th December 2026

Half term: Mon 26th Oct - Friday 30th Oct 2026

Spring Term: Monday 4th Jan - Thursday 25th March 2027

Half term: Monday 15th Feb - Friday 19th Feb 2027

Summer Term: Monday 12th April - Friday 22nd July 2027

Half term: Tuesday 1st June - Friday 4th June 2027

Welcome...

At John Dewey Specialist College, we cater for young adults aged 19-25 who have severe, complex or profound learning difficulties and physical disabilities. Our programmes enable learners to develop the skills and knowledge they most need as they move into adulthood. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum, including basic skills, independent living, pre-supported internships and employability skills as well as access to the creative arts. Our learners benefit from a holistic approach that places the individual at the heart of their learning programme with wraparound support from our multi-disciplinary team.