RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning

Based in Coventry, North Warwickshire we offer specialist services to children and young people with multiple disabilities and complex needs who are blind or partially sighted including:

Formerly known as RNIB Rushton School and Children's Home, RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning builds on over fifty years of expert care and education.

New purpose-built facilities

New state-of-the-art facilities are now open following a major redevelopment - one of RNIB's most ambitious projects ever. This includes our school and children's home accommodation with gardens and outdoor play areas. Find out more about how we are Transforming RNIB Pears Centre.

Venue hire

Why not host your next meeting or event at RNIB Pears Centre? Meeting, training and event space on site is also available for hire, with fully serviced catering. All income generated by room hire and hospitality helps us continue to provide our specialist services to children and young people with complex needs and sight problems. Contact us to discuss your needs and arrange a tour.

Support us

Your support can help us make a difference to the lives of children and young people with complex needs who are blind or partially sighted, at RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning.
Find out how you can get involved by supporting us with your donations, fundraising or volunteering at Support RNIB Pears Centre.

Latest news

Double "Outstanding" award for RNIB Pears Centre

RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning has achieved a double "Outstanding" grading following a recent Ofsted inspection of the school. This rating is in addition to the "Outstanding" grading of the children's home, which is regulated separately.

Become a Social Care Worker at RNIB Pears Centre

Could you support children and young people with multiple complex needs and sight problems to reach their full potential for independence and fulfilment? RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning in Ash Green, Coventry is looking to recruit to its expanding team of Social Care Workers.

Care at RNIB Pears Centre retains Ofsted 'Outstanding' rating

The children's home at RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning has retained its 'outstanding' rating following an Ofsted inspection in November 2012.

Supporting high health needs at RNIB Pears Centre

A specialist care service for children and young people with high health needs is now available at RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning in Coventry, North Warwickshire. This service is the first of its kind to serve the Midlands region.

HRH The Princess Royal officially opens RNIB Pears Centre

The Princess Royal has officially opened RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning in Coventry.

Last updated: 19 April 2013

RNIB Pears Centre appeal

Help us provide specialist services for children and young people with complex needs and sight loss, at RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning.

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