Not every child or young person can thrive in a traditional school environment. Our tutors and mentors provide tailored support that meets the child or young person where they are helping them re-build confidence, re-engage with learning and move forward in a way that’s right for them

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Many of the young people you will work with face barriers that makes accessing mainstream education extremely difficult or overwhelming

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Many learners experience anxiety, trauma or social emotional and mental health challenges

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Emotionally based school avoidance can make attending school feel impossible

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Learners with additional needs often require personalised support that schools cannot always provide

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Some learners have experienced long breaks from education or negative school experiences

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Many children & young people need help to re-build self esteem, routines and positive relationships before learning can begin.

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Our tutors and mentors adapt their approach to meet every child and young person’s individual needs, interests and starting points.

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Emotional Well-being

Prioritising emotional safety and well-being helps create a calm space where children and young people feel understood.

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Engagement

Building trust and engagement comes first. Engagement grows when a child or young person feels respected and valued.

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Academic Support

Learning is personalised and flexible, tutors help and support learners, building their confidence and self esteem at their own pace in the areas they need.

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Life Skills & Confidence

You may help learners build: speaking & social skills routines and everyday life skills ie cooking, aspirations around work & future goals.

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Group and Peer Based Support

In some cases referrals may involve paired or small group sessions depending on the child or young person needs or goals. For some young people particularly those who have high anxiety SEMH or SEN needs local authorities or external professionals may feel it is beneficial for the child or young person to stay connected with peers in a safe and supportive environment.

Group or paired sessions can sometimes help children and young people:

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   **Re-build Confidence**

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Develop Communication Skills

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        **Reduce Isolation**

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  **Increase Engagement**

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Depending on the project group work may take place:

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