Your Journey Starts Here
Join our incredible cohort of young people who are rediscovering their confidence, building new skills, and taking steps towards brighter futures. Our programmes are designed for those who’ve faced barriers to education, offering a fresh start through tailored support, flexible learning, and real-world experiences. Whether it’s re-engaging with education, building independence, or moving into paid employment, we meet each learner where they are and walk with them every step of the way.
How We Support You
We specialize in supporting students with various educational needs, providing a tailored approach to help you succeed.
SEMH Support
Social, Emotional and Mental Health support designed to help students who face challenges with anxiety, emotional regulation, or behavioral difficulties.
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- Dedicated mental health professionals on site
- Small class sizes with high staff-to-student ratio
- Calming spaces and sensory rooms for regulation
- Personalized wellbeing plans integrated with learning
EHCP Support
Education, Health and Care Plans detail the support needed for students with special educational needs, which we implement comprehensively.
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- Dedicated SENCO coordination of all EHCP requirements
- Regular reviews and progress monitoring
- Multi-agency approach with health and social services
Adaptive technologies and specialist teaching methods
EBSA Support
Emotionally Based School Avoidance strategies for students who struggle with attendance due to anxiety or emotional factors.
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- Flexible attendance options including remote learning
- Gradual integration programs for building attendance
- Anxiety management strategies and therapeutic support
- Home-school liaison and family support systems
Find the Right Programme
Our pathways are designed to meet you where you are in your educational journey and help you progress toward your goals.
Inspire Pathway
Inspire offers a gentle, personalised reintroduction to learning for young people unable to access other post-16 provisions. With one-to-one support and a flexible approach, it helps build confidence, trust, and routine in a way that works for the learner.
Who it's for:
Young people aged 16-24 with an EHCP who have faced any barriers when accessing education.
Outcomes:
- Entry Level Qualifications
- Personal Development
- GCSE Foundation
- Improved Attendance
Empower Pathway
Empower supports young people to take the next step—attending full-time, engaging in group learning, and exploring work experience. It focuses on developing independence, social skills, and preparing for adulthood.
Who it's for:
Young people ready to take the next step, build on their progress, and engage in group learning, community activities, and early work experience.
Outcomes:
- GCSE Qualifications
- Work Experience
- BTEC Level 2
- Career Pathways
Grow Pathway
Grow is all about progression into paid employment. With long-term placements, job coaching, and continued wellbeing and academic support, learners gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed to move successfully into the world of work.
Who it's for:
Young people who are aiming to move into paid employment and are ready for long-term work placements with personalised coaching and continued support.
Outcomes:
- A-Levels
- University Preparation
- BTEC Level 3
- Employment Skills
How We Support You
At the heart of our provision is a commitment to understanding and supporting each young person as an individual. From day one, we take time to get to know you, your strengths, interests, needs, and ambitions. Together, we create an individual learning plan tailored to your goals, and a bespoke curriculum designed to reflect the way you learn best. Alongside this, you’ll co-design your co-curriculum with us, choosing experiences and subjects that genuinely interest and inspire you.
A Trusted Team Around You
You’ll be supported by a consistent team of staff who are here to help you feel safe, valued and understood. Our dedicated youth mentors are with you throughout your journey, providing guidance, encouragement, and someone you can talk to when you need support. They build strong, trusting relationships that help you stay motivated and confident.
Wellbeing and Emotional Support
Emotional wellbeing is central to everything we do. Our wellbeing practitioner is also a trained Thrive practitioner, which means your emotional support is grounded in a therapeutic, evidence-based approach. Thrive helps young people develop emotional resilience, understand their feelings, and build positive relationships. It supports you to feel safe, regulated, and ready to learn.No matter what challenges you may have faced in the past.
Preparing You for the Future
As part of your time with us, you’ll take part in our Preparing for Adulthood curriculum. This supports you to build the knowledge and skills needed for life beyond education. We focus on four key areas:
Employability – exploring career pathways and gaining work-related experience.
Independence – developing practical life skills and confidence in managing day-to-day tasks.
Friendships and Relationships – learning how to form and maintain healthy, supportive connections.
Community and Better Health – understanding how to stay physically and mentally well, and how to be part of your local community.
Throughout your journey, we work with you at your pace, celebrating every step forward. You are never expected to “fit in”—instead, we shape the support around you, so you can grow into the person you want to be.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about life as a student at WiEducate.
How is WiEducate different from mainstream schools?
WiEducate offers smaller class sizes, individualized learning plans, flexible attendance options, and comprehensive support services specifically designed for students with SEMH, EHCP, and EBSA needs. Our staff are specially trained to support students who may have struggled in traditional educational settings.
Can I still get qualifications at WiEducate?
Absolutely! We offer a full range of nationally recognized qualifications including GCSEs, and a range of AIM qualifications. Your learning program will be tailored to your abilities, interests, and long-term goals to ensure you gain meaningful qualifications.
What if I've been out of education for a while?
We specialise in helping students reintegrate into education at their own pace. Our support includes options for bespoke timetables and flexible approach to learning which includes community based activities. You’ll have a personalised transition plan to help you build confidence.
How do you support learner wellbeing?
Our learners are supported by our thrive wellbeing practitioner. All of our staff are trained in PACE and Thrive. Our learners wellbeing is at the forefront at everything that we do. We have small class sizes to develop confidence. As a part of our approach we also have quiet spaces for regulation and wellbeing activities integrated throughout the curriculum. We take a whole-person approach to education, putting your wellbeing at the centre of your learning journey.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Take the first step toward a personalized education that works for you. Our admissions team is ready to discuss how we can support your unique needs.
