Curriculum & Academic Support for Students with Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)
Our personalised curriculum combines academic learning with therapeutic support to help young people experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) re-engage with education. Every programme is tailored to build confidence, improve attainment and support positive long-term outcomes.
A Personalised Approach to Learning
Our specialist curriculum is designed for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students experiencing, or at risk of, Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA). We provide a personalised education programme that combines academic learning, therapeutic support and emotional wellbeing, helping young people rebuild confidence, re-engage with education and achieve positive outcomes in a safe, structured environment.
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Personalised Academic Support for EBSA Students
Our curriculum is specifically designed for Key Stage 3 and 4 students experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA), whether confirmed or suspected. We recognise that school avoidance often stems from anxiety, trauma, or other emotional difficulties that require sensitive, specialist intervention. This programme supports both boys and girls, with or without an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), providing a safe, nurturing environment where students can rebuild their confidence and relationship with learning.
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Flexible Learning with Therapeutic Support
We deliver 15 hours of support per week, flexibly scheduled either from 9:00am–12:00pm or 1:00pm–4:00pm to suit individual needs. Our approach combines home visits with tutoring where appropriate, online learning platforms, and small group sessions on-site with no more than five or six pupils at a time. Beyond academic delivery, we place equal emphasis on socialisation within the community, building friendship groups, and providing structured therapeutic interventions overseen by registered therapists. These include Creative Art Therapy, Drawing & Talking, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
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Working Together to Achieve Positive Outcomes
Parents and carers are integral to our approach. We offer dedicated parental support groups and training to equip families with strategies to support their child’s journey. Students also benefit from accredited programmes including Arts Award, ASDAN, and the Skills Builder framework. Throughout the programme, our focus remains on successful reintegration, with dedicated support to help students transition back into mainstream school or move into appropriate specialist provision.
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Working Together to Achieve Positive Outcomes
Parents and carers are integral to our approach. We offer dedicated parental support groups and training to equip families with strategies to support their child’s journey. Students also benefit from accredited programmes including Arts Award, ASDAN, and the Skills Builder framework. Throughout the programme, our focus remains on successful reintegration, with dedicated support to help students transition back into mainstream school or move into appropriate specialist provision.
