Emotional literacy
Feelings, triggers, emotional regulation, relationships, communication, identity and reflection.
Learning pathways
A flexible curriculum that connects learning to real life
Programmes are personalised around each learner and shaped in dialogue with schools, families and commissioners.
Personalisation
Programmes are shaped around
- referral aims
- baseline needs
- EHCP outcomes
- risk information
- learner interests
- emotional readiness
- commissioner priorities
Pathways
Nine areas of learning
Functional learning
Literacy, numeracy and communication taught through meaningful practical activities.
Life skills
Cooking, budgeting, organisation, hygiene, self-care and independent routines.
Community learning
Shopping, travel, public expectations, local projects and safe community participation.
Outdoor learning
Movement, problem-solving, teamwork, confidence and wellbeing.
Employability
Responsibility, communication, routines, work habits and preparation for future pathways.
Accredited pathways
AQA Unit Awards and portfolio evidence where appropriate.
Preparation for adulthood
Independence, future choices, transition planning and readiness for next steps.
Engagement and reconnection
Building attendance, trust, stamina, routine and readiness for learning.
Evidence of progress
Evidence may include:
- attendance records
- daily notes
- learner reflections
- photographs where consent allows
- witness statements
- portfolio work
- certificates
- review records
- progress against targets