ALTERNATIVE PROVISION

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We provide part-time 1:1 tuition for children and young people aged 5-19 with social, emotional and mental health needs. Many of our referrals are of pupils who have been, or are at risk of being permanently excluded from mainstream school.

We work in partnership with providers such as Swindon Borough Council, St Luke's Academy and EOTAS, among many mainstream schools.

Our Behaviour Specialised Tutors are dynamic, driven individuals with tons of empathy, patience and adaptability to provide the right mixture of academic tutoring and emotional mentoring.

OUR CURRICULUM RESPONSIBILITIES

● To plan and deliver schemes of work for Maths and English and other agreed subjects.
● To monitor pupil progress via regular curriculum assessments and behavioural
monitoring via the RAG (Red/Amber/Green). rating on lesson plans.
● To create additional resources and differentiate as required to ensure a personalised learning approach is taken to meet pupil's individuals’ needs.
● To provide a weekly update on work completed via a live link to the tutee’s lesson plan.
● To ensure all assessments, provided by the Provider, are completed by the pupil.
● To work with the pupil in response to marking work and giving feedback.
● To provide an End of Term Report to the school which covers Lessons, Attitude to Learning, Concerns, EHCP Targets and Next Steps.

OUR HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

We have specific procedures that cover the following:

● Safeguarding/ child protection reporting

●Safer Recruitment

● Absence reporting
● Truanting and absconding reporting
● Behaviour management and conflict de-escalation
● Reflect and Restore Meetings
● Recording behaviour using a RAG (red, amber, green) rating on the lesson plan.
● Recording accidents and incidents
● Pupil Induction
● First Aid
● Record keeping

Please click here to access all of our centre's policies and procedures.

LEARNER ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES

Student engagement activities are incredibly important in our Alternative Provision learning environment for a number of reasons. Here's why:

Re-engaging with learning: Students in Alternative Provision often have had negative experiences with traditional education. Engaging activities can help reignite their interest in learning by making it more relevant, hands-on, and enjoyable.
Building relationships and trust: Our Alternative Provision offers smaller groups and a stronger focus on individual needs. Engaging activities provide opportunities for students to connect with staff and peers in a more informal setting, fostering positive relationships and a sense of belonging.
Developing essential skills: Activities like cooking can help students develop valuable life skills beyond academics, such as teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and self-management. These skills are crucial for success in all areas of life.
Boosting confidence and self-esteem: Engaging activities allow learners to experience success, build resilience, and develop a more positive self-image.
Catering to diverse learning styles: Our Alternative Provision caters to students with a wide range of learning styles and needs. Engaging activities can be tailored to different strengths and preferences, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed.
Reducing challenging behaviours: When students are engaged and invested in their learning, they are less likely to exhibit challenging behaviours. Engaging activities provide a positive outlet for energy and emotions, promoting a more productive learning environment.

Student engagement activities within our Alternative Provision are about more than just having fun. They are a crucial tool for creating a positive and supportive learning environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.