In their words

The main gain has been the attitude of the boys themselves towards school and learning generally. Their attendance has improved and the number of incidents of poor behaviour has fallen dramatically...

Head teacher reporting on a group of twelve who had between them forty three days exclusion

I had been excluded from mainstream school and this was my last chance – the vocational skills course enabled me to realise that I could succeed. I now have my own building firm employing other craftsmen as well

Ex community care and day education pupil

Thanks for your support for the year 11 students. They have had an excellent positive experience and a few are contemplating a career in construction.

Head of year 11 feeding back on a group of attendees

It is nice to see that you can show the flexibility and understanding of the type of pupils we deal with.

Head of key stage four, Local E.B.D. School

Good quality work related learning, good support and communication all round leading to positive outcomes

Head of Education local Pupil Referral Unit

We are very grateful for the provision you are offering us. Pupils who attend regularly have benefited a great deal.

Head of Care Local Authority Education Establishment