Alternative Provision

  • Creativity
    Communication
    Collaboration
    Critical Thinking

  • We work with individuals aged 11 – 18, who have SEN, SEMH needs and require an alternative provision. 

    We specialise in working with young people who are not thriving in their current education setting and who would benefit from 1-2-1 or small group support.

  • Our mission is to nurture, inspire, and empower students through engaging and innovative programs of support. We create a supportive and dynamic environment tailored to each student's individual needs, interests and goals.

    By integrating creativity & life skills with core academic principles, we aim to unlock each student's full potential and instil a passion for learning and personal development.

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Academic Tutoring

  • English (GCSE, Functional Skills)

  • Maths (GCSE, Functional Skills)

  • Creative and Vocational subjects (Arts Award, NCFE and AIM, Level 1-3)

Delivered by qualified teachers & experienced tutors

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Careers Development & Life skills

  • Kings Trust Qualifications

  • Targeted careers sessions

  • Work experience opportunities

  • Open days & careers fairs

  • Travel training, driving theory, handling finances, soft skills, confidence building

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Interest Based Mentoring

For Example;

Art, Photography, Gardening, Cooking, Outdoor Activities, Sports, Hair & Beauty, Product Design, Computing, Video Game Design & Animals.

Supporting pupils to meet individualised targets, build confidence, increase attendance and reengage with education.

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Vocational Qualifications

  • AIM Vocational Qualifications

  • Arts Award

  • Employability

We offer a wide range of Subjects and Pathways

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ELSA/ Creative interventions

  • ELSA Support by Qualified ELSA practitioners - Focusing on specific social skills

  • Calming sessions, pupils allowed to be freely creative, therapeutic intervention.

  • In school, at home or at one of our sites.

  • 1:2:1 or Small Group

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Reintegration Support

  • Supporting Readiness for mainstream or specialist school.

  • Reintegration based mentoring focusing on structure, routines and support.

  • Direct, in-school support by a member of our team.

Qualifications

  • Functional Skills English (EL3 - L2)

  • Functional Skills Maths (EL3 - L2)

  • Kings Trust, Personal Development & Employability- (EL3 - L2 Extended Diploma)

  • Arts Award- Explore (EL3) , Bronze (L1), Silver (L2), Gold (L3)

  • A wide range of Vocational qualifications suited to individual needs and interests.

Our Approach;

  • We have an experienced team of qualified teachers, ELSAs, and mentors.

    Every member of staff is held to high standards of professionalism and trained in all areas of safeguarding, SEND, SEMH and are trauma informed.

  • We help pupils develop the knowledge, skills, confidence and independence they need to take their next steps and build a positive future.

    We connect learning to the real world through practical experiences, enrichment and opportunities that develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.

  • We work closely with schools, families and professionals to ensure pupils receive consistent support and that everyone is working towards the same outcomes.

  • We believe every pupil can achieve. We set ambitious but realistic expectations, celebrate progress and encourage young people to recognise their own potential.

  • Every pupil has their own starting point and their own goals. We create personalised pathways that focus on meaningful progress, academically, socially, emotionally and personally. Helping each young person move confidently towards their next steps.

    We put every pupil at the heart of their learning. We take the time to understand their strengths, interests and individual needs, creating a supportive environment where they feel valued, understood and able to succeed.

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Our Team

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Caroline

Creative & Careers Mentor

Doris

Resident Dog
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Annabel

Lucy Kane

Director
Tutor & Mentor

Mollie

Jasmine

Tutor & Mentor
Tutor, Mentor & ELSA

Our Hubs

A small office or classroom with a wooden floor, white walls, and a window letting in sunlight. There are two red chairs at a desk with various office supplies, a printer on a gray cabinet, a bulletin board on the wall, and a red shelving unit with binders, children's books, and plush toys.
A small garden with blooming pink and red roses, potted plants on a raised gray container, and a black rain barrel in a backyard enclosed by a wooden fence.
A room with a wooden floor, a bulletin board with crafts and photos, a small red stool, a table with adjustable red legs and a gray top with a wire mesh organizer, two orange folding chairs, a small black folding table with a machine on it, and an orange cabinet with storage boxes on top. Sunlight casts shadows on the wall.
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Winton Hub

Our Winton/ Moordown Studio is the perfect environment for pupils to engage with calm 1:2:1 Learning.

Whether that’s their academic tutoring, social skills sessions or working on their vocational projects.

Resourced with;

  • Outdoor space & Seating

  • Kitchen

  • Arts & Media resources

  • Laser cutter & 3D printer

  • Table tennis & darts

  • "My son has become much more confident and is happier"

    Parent

  • "Excellent throughout and it’s amazing how they have got my child to confident and happy"

    -Parent

  • 100% of parents said they have noticed a positive change in their child.

    -Termly Questionnaire