Our House AP
We are an Alternative Provision based in Bath (BA2). We’re dedicated to providing a unique and therapeutic approach working with young people in a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive while learning essential skills for their future. We strive to help students years 7, 8 and 9 reach their full potential.
Our House offers an alternative education programme for Key Stage 3 students at our secluded site in Bath. We accommodate a small number of local students unable to manage school providing educational opportunities to help them return.
Our House AP learning is delivered in a professional, nurturing, and therapeutic environment, to allow students to feel safe, increasing their confidence and building self-esteem. The team are equipped with specialist skills in order to create a bespoke, adaptable approach to re-engage every student with learning. Our aim is to encourage respect, improve behaviour and enable them to achieve their targeted outcomes.
Our House AP lessons incorporate Maths, English and PSHE in a creative way, to facilitate students to become engaged and actively learn. We focus on Life skills, Health and Wellbeing, Managing Money, Managing a Home, Fitness/ Sport, Gardening, Art, Family and Relationships, Personal Growth and Problem Solving.
We can also offer further support with Mentoring, Counselling and art therapy.
We have a unique site on the southside of Bath (2 miles from city center) with many facilities including; Studio classroom, outdoor covered dining and lounge area with pizza oven. Fully kitted gym with changing and private shower, table tennis, raised beds and greenhouse all in an acre of grounds.
Transport- we provide free transport for student to and from Our House AP within 5 mile radius of site.
We work with small groups of 3-5 students. Students attend daily sessions of 5 hours normally 10am - 3pm. We provide a maximum of 3 sessions and a minimum of 1 session per week to any student.
Most sessions will be at the Our House AP base, however depending on students needs we can arrange bespoke meaningful outings with clear objectives and outcomes.
How we deliver our programme
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Sessions led with a trauma informed approach.
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Having a wider team who are therapeutically trained and focused
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Keeping PACE (playfulness, acceptance, curiosity & empathy) at the heart of what we do
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Focusing on building trust and coming alongside the students
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Working with a holistic and flexible approach
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Building self-esteem and confidence by helping students to understand their triggers and learn the skills they need to self-regulate and build resilience
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Ensuring the session are meaningful and engaging to help fill in academic gaps. This includes accreditations in both NOCN and ASDAN where applicable
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Implementing rigorous safeguarding throughout
How we work with Schools
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Attending meetings as required
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Regular reports and updates to school and other professionals
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Tailored plan and support from Our House team to help student reintegrate to their education setting