Key Stage 4

Post-14 Provision

A therapeutic education programme combining regulation-first support with meaningful, achievable accreditation.

Two Core Vocational Skills

Each learner selects two main vocational subjects, tailored to their interests and preparation for adulthood goals.

Animal Care
Construction and Practical Skills
Horticulture and Land-Based Skills
Motor Vehicle and Cycle Maintenance
Hair and Beauty
Business and Administration
Creative Skills
Health and Social Care
Digital Skills
Hospitality and Catering
Sport and Leisure

Mandatory learning also includes Personal Development, Literacy and Numeracy.

Tiered Placements

Placements are tiered based on readiness and attendance tolerance.

Tier 1

1 Day per week

Gentle re-engagement and building trust

Tier 2

2 Days per week

Developing routine and consistency

Tier 3

3 Days per week

Full programme access and accreditation

Standard day: 09:40–14:30, term time. Available at any of our sites.

Digital Portfolio

Every learner builds a digital portfolio including AQA Unit Awards, ASDAN courses, and Wild Minds units — creating a clear, evidenced record of achievement and progress.

Reporting

Half-termly reviews covering attendance, engagement, regulation, wellbeing, learning progress, portfolio evidence, and recommendations — reported directly to schools and local authorities.

Add-On Mentoring

Community-based or Wild Minds mentoring can be added to any placement — supporting regulation, engagement, and transition outside of site-based sessions.

Available at Any of Our Sites

Delivery takes place across our farm and learning hubs, matched to each learner's needs and stage of readiness.

The Farm

Animal care, land-based skills, construction and outdoor vocational learning.

Acorn House

Hair and Beauty, personal development, functional skills, and structured learning in a calm indoor setting.

Cookham Lodge

Business and Administration, classroom-based re-engagement, functional skills, and preparation for next steps.

Learners may move between sites as their confidence and readiness develops.

Outcomes

Learners on our Post-14 programme typically demonstrate:

Improved emotional regulation
Increased confidence and learning readiness
Achievable, unit-based accreditation
Improved employability behaviours
Stronger routines and engagement
A clear record of progress for transition planning

Ready to discuss a placement?

We welcome enquiries from schools, local authorities, and families.

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