SECONDARY & POST 16
A Place to Reconnect, Learn and Thrive
A structured, nurturing and purposeful alternative to mainstream education, supporting young people to rebuild confidence, re-engage with learning and progress towards positive destinations.
We work closely with schools, families, SEND professionals and other agencies to create individualised pathways that address barriers to learning while maintaining high expectations for attendance, achievement and progress.
KS3 Re-Engagement Programme.
Designed for young people who need the right environment and support to reconnect with education and prepare for reintegration or longer-term AP.
LEARNERS BENEFIT FROM:
KS4 Vocational & Qualifications Pathway
Combining academic, vocational and employability learning to help young people achieve recognised qualifications and meaningful post-16 destinations.
Includes:
◉English & Maths / Functional Skills
◉AQA Unit Awards
◉Vocational and practical learning
◉PE, PSHE and personal development
◉Employability and workplace skills
◉Careers and post-16 preparation
◉Enterprise and real-world learning
◉Supported work-related learning where appropriate
◉Individual pathways based on strengths, interests and aspirations
Our aim: every learner leaves KS4 with recognised achievements, greater confidence and a clear next step into education, training, employment or specialist provision.
Working in Partnership
AP works best when it works with schools, not instead of them.
Referring schools receive:
◉Weekly progress and attendance reports
◉Behaviour and engagement updates
◉Evidence of learning and qualifications
◉Review meetings
◉Clear recommendations and next steps
◉Reintegration planning where appropriate
Wellbeing, Regulation & Personal Development
Wellbeing is embedded throughout the day, helping young people understand and regulate emotions, overcome barriers to learning and develop the confidence to engage.
Support includes:
◉Daily wellbeing check-ins
◉Emotional regulation strategies
◉Nurture and trauma-informed approaches
◉Positive behaviour support
◉Social and communication development
◉Confidence and self-esteem building
◉Independence and life skills
◉Therapeutic and specialist support where appropriate
SEND & Individualised Support
We look beyond behaviour to understand why a young person is struggling.
Each programme considers:
◉SEND and reasonable adjustments
◉Academic starting points
◉Communication and interaction
◉Sensory and regulation needs
◉SEMH needs
◉Attendance and engagement
◉Strengths, interests and aspirations
◉Preparation for the next stage
Enhanced Specialist Support
For learners requiring additional support, a bespoke enhanced offer can be arranged in partnership with NU Ground Education, providing access to a wider network of specialist and therapeutic expertise.
Clinical Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Educational Psychology • SENDCo Consultation • 1:1 Support • Outreach • Specialist Assessment & Advice
This flexible model gives schools access to the right support, at the right time, for the right learner, helping to remove barriers to learning, engagement and progression.