Roger Cannon

Roger Cannon is a KS2-KS5 site for pupils aged between 8 and 17 years old. Roger Cannon caters for pupils with a wide range of SEND, including autistic spectrum condition, severe learning difficulties, hearing and visual impairments, specific genetic conditions, specific communication and language difficulties and associated social, emotional and mental health needs.

Pupils at Roger Cannon are working below age related expectations, however pupils are well supported in class and are given the right environment, provisions and resources to achieve to the best of their abilities. The curriculum at Roger Cannon follows a fully differentiated approach to the National Curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to fulfil their potential and develop confidence, self-esteem and a wide range of key skills.

“We apply a holistic approach to learning, working closely with speech therapists, occupational therapists, physio therapists, educational psychologist and the school nursing team.”

Opening hours

Monday 9.00am 3.15pm
Tuesday 9.00am 3.15pm
Wednesday 9.00am 3.15pm
Thursday 9.00am 3.15pm
Friday 9.00am 3.15pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

“We are so grateful for the specialised support and hope for our child’s future, the opportunity for inclusive education offered by John Jamieson is priceless.”

Term times

AUTUMN TERM
TERM 1
Starts: Wednesday 3rd September 2025
Ends: Friday 24th October 2025
TERM 2
Starts: Monday 3rd November 2025
Ends: Friday 19th December 2025

SPRING TERM
TERM 1
Starts: Monday 5th January 2026
Ends: Friday 13th February 2026
TERM 2
Starts: Monday 23rd February 2026
Ends: Thursday 3rd April 2026

SUMMER TERM
TERM 1
Starts: Monday 20th April 2026
May Bank Holiday: Monday 4th May 2026
Ends: Friday 22nd May 2026
TERM 2
Starts: Monday 1st June 2026
Ends: Friday 17th July 2026

School training days

Monday 1st September 2025
Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Monday 1st December 2025
Monday 20th July 2026
Tuesday 21st July 2026

East SILC Term Dates 2025-2026

“Our highly skilled team of professionals, including teachers and teaching assistants, work together positively to enable the absolute best outcomes for our pupils.”

School uniform

■ White polo shirt
■ Royal Blue jumper/ sweatshirt
with East SILC logo
■ Dark coloured trousers / sweatpants
■ Dark coloured footwear

“Having children with special needs can be challenging… and getting people to understand can be the hardest part. The help we have had from John Jamieson has been truly inspirational.”

Find us

Info Info
0113 293 0236
info@eastsilc.org

Our staff

Executive Principal Louise Quinn
Head of School David Bergan
Assistant Headteacher Dave Kennard
SENDCo Vicky Fisher
Assistant Headteacher Jo De Vasco
Pastoral Lead Lauren Benjamin
Designated Safeguarding Lead Esme Winston
Receptionist Rebekka Moss-Berridge
Behaviour Support Team Gemma Oddy, Claire Upton, Nathan Utley
Speech & Language Therapist Leanne Allsopp, Alex Johnson
Occupational Therapist Provided by ‘Juniper Tree Therapy’
EHCP Administrator Melissa Felton-Glenn