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HOME & ONLINE TUITION

Flexible learning for young people who are unable to access, or are transitioning away from or to , a traditional school environment to learners across Yorkshire 
PE Curriculum Delivery for Primary Schools and outreach on our both sites - Rotherham Sheffield Barnsley Chapeltown (look at for any photos from recent events )
Using movement, sport and physical activity to develop confidence, teamwork, wellbeing and resilience.

Learning Differently. Belonging First. Progress at Their Own Pace.

Our flexible home education provision is designed for children and young people who benefit from structured learning, positive relationships and a smaller, more nurturing educational environment in our provision , online or home.

We provide a safe and welcoming space where learners can develop confidence, maintain progress and experience education in a way that recognises their individual strengths, needs and pace.

Our approach is rooted in Connection First • Curiosity Always • Confidence Forever, alongside nurture-based and trauma-informed practice.

We understand that children and young people may arrive with very different experiences of education. Some may have experienced anxiety, overwhelm, repeated difficulties in school, disrupted attendance or challenges associated with SEND. We therefore focus on understanding the child before deciding what the child needs to learn.

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⬇ Who Is This Provision For? ⬇

Our provision may be particularly suitable for:

◉Home-educated children and young people who would benefit from structured learning and social interaction

◉Learners with SEND, SEMH or neurodivergent profiles

◉Children experiencing anxiety, overwhelm or difficulties accessing mainstream education

◉Young people experiencing or at risk of Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)

◉Learners who need a smaller, calmer environment in which to rebuild confidence

◉Families seeking additional educational support alongside their existing home education programme

◉Learners who benefit from practical, creative and movement-based learning

◉Young people working towards qualifications who need a flexible, personalised pathway

 

We do not expect every learner to follow the same timetable, curriculum or route to progress.

We start with the learner, build the relationship and develop the pathway around them.

We do not expect every learner to follow the same timetable, curriculum or route to progress.

We start with the learner, build the relationship and develop the pathway around them.​

KS3 Home Education Pathway
Our KS3 pathway provides a structured but flexible educational experience for learners who may not thrive within a traditional classroom environment.
The programme combines academic learning, personal development, therapeutic approaches, social opportunities and active learning.


Every learner receives a Personalised Support Plan (PSP) developed around their strengths, interests, needs and goals.
 

Learners can access:
◉English and literacy
◉Maths and numeracy
◉PSHE and personal development
◉Science and wider curriculum opportunities
◉Creative and practical learning
◉Sport and movement
◉Structured social interaction
◉Emotional regulation and wellbeing support
◉Individualised targets and support
◉Regular progress reviews


The emphasis is on building confidence, developing independence and creating positive experiences of learning.

KS4 Qualifications & Progression
For secondary learners working towards qualifications, we offer flexible pathways designed around individual starting points and future aspirations.


Qualifications may include:
◉NCFE Functional Skills – Entry Level through to Level 2
◉AQA Unit Awards
◉English and Maths support
◉GCSE booster and targeted revision programmes
◉18-week KS4 Progress Pathway, including Maths, English and CSCS preparation
◉Careers and employability development
◉CV writing and applications
◉Interview preparation
◉Post-16 transition planning
Learners can work towards qualifications at an appropriate pace, with support focused on achievable milestones and sustained engagement.

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SATs Support
For primary-aged learners, booster sessions can focus on:
◉Reading
◉Writing
◉Phonics
◉Grammar, punctuation and spelling
◉Mathematics
◉Building confidence with assessment


GCSE Support
For KS4 learners, targeted support can include:
◉English
◉Mathematics
◉Revision strategies
◉Exam preparation
◉Identifying and addressing gaps
◉Study skills and organisation
◉Confidence and exam readiness


Our aim is not simply to prepare learners for an exam, but to help them develop the confidence, strategies and understanding needed to succeed.

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SATs & GCSE Boosters

Our targeted booster programmes provide additional support for learners who need to build confidence, close gaps or prepare for assessments.

EBSA & Re-Engagement Pathway

For learners experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA), we provide a flexible pathway that recognises that non-attendance is often a response to anxiety, overwhelm, unmet needs, environmental pressures or other barriers rather than simply a matter of choice. Current EBSA guidance emphasises understanding the individual factors and function of non-attendance and working collaboratively with the child, family and professionals.

Our approach is relationship-led, flexible and child-centred.

We can begin with a small amount of engagement and gradually build towards a more consistent learning routine.

 

A staged pathway may look like:

Initial connection → Short sessions → Half-day engagement → Increased participation → Full-day learning → Progression to next pathway

The pace is individual to the learner.

We focus on:

  • Building a trusted relationship with consistent adults

  • Creating a sense of safety and belonging

  • Listening to the learner's experience and understanding barriers

  • Reducing overwhelm

  • Developing predictable routines

  • Providing reasonable flexibility and adjustments

  • Building emotional regulation and coping strategies

  • Increasing confidence and participation

  • Developing positive peer relationships

  • Reviewing and adapting support regularly

We use an Assess → Plan → Do → Review approach, working with families and other professionals where appropriate.

We do not ask, "Why won't this child attend?"
We ask, "What is making education difficult for this child, and what can we change to help?"

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Nurture & Trauma-Informed Approach

Our provision recognises that behaviour is communication and that learning is closely connected to relationships, emotional safety and wellbeing.

Our nurture and trauma-informed approach focuses on:

  • Connection before correction

  • Predictability and consistency

  • Emotionally available adults

  • Co-regulation before expecting self-regulation

  • Strengths-based practice

  • Choice and learner voice

  • Clear, achievable expectations

  • Positive relationships and belonging

  • Understanding behaviour within the wider context of the learner's experiences

  • Celebrating small steps and meaningful progress

We aim to create an environment where learners feel known, valued and understood.

Therapeutic & Wellbeing Support
Where appropriate, learners can access an enhanced programme of therapeutic and wellbeing support.
This may include:

  • Art Therapy

  • Play Therapy

  • Emotional regulation interventions

  • Anxiety support

  • Social communication interventions

  • Self-esteem and confidence work

  • Movement-based regulation

  • Sensory-informed activities

  • Access to specialist professionals where appropriate

Our therapeutic approaches complement education and are designed to help learners develop practical strategies they can use in everyday life.

Active & Experiential Learning
Learning does not always need to happen sitting behind a desk.
We use movement, creativity, practical activities and real-world experiences to support engagement, communication, regulation and curiosity.
Learners may have opportunities to access:

Sport • Rebound Therapy • Art • Drama • Music • Outdoor Learning • Practical Projects • Enterprise • Movement-Based Learning

These experiences can help learners develop confidence, resilience, social skills and independence alongside their academic learning.

Flexible Attendance
We understand that families choosing home education often value flexibility.
Depending on individual need and the agreed programme, learners may be able to access:

  • Half-day provision

  • Full-day provision

  • Selected subject sessions

  • Targeted booster sessions

  • Short-term intervention programmes

  • KS3 learning pathways

  • KS4 qualification pathways

  • Bespoke programmes agreed with families
     

The aim is to create a structure that supports the learner without recreating the barriers that may have made traditional education difficult.

Enhanced Support — Available Upon Request

For learners requiring additional specialist support, an enhanced offer may be available by agreement.
This can include:

  • SENDCo support and consultation

  • 1:1 support

  • Clinical therapy through qualified therapeutic partners

  • Occupational Therapy assessment

  • Educational Psychology assessment

  • Outreach intervention

  • Bespoke SEND and wellbeing support

  • Specialist advice and recommendations

Where external professionals are involved, recommendations can be incorporated into the learner's personalised plan and reviewed through a collaborative plan, do and review process.

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