At Progression Services, we believe every young person deserves a curriculum that is ambitious, flexible, and tailored to their needs. Many of the young people we support have faced barriers to education, including social, emotional or mental health needs, disrupted schooling, or challenges that have made it hard to access mainstream classrooms.

Our curriculum is designed to help young people reconnect with learning, build confidence, and achieve meaningful qualifications — while also supporting their wellbeing, independence, and future pathways.

What our curriculum aims to do

• High aspirations for all – we set challenging but achievable goals so every young person can experience academic success.

• Close gaps quickly – we identify missed learning early and provide focused support to rebuild secure knowledge.

• Prepare for the future – alongside academic progress, we prioritise life skills, independence, and readiness for further education, training, or employment.

• Support the whole child – we recognise that confidence, wellbeing, and self-esteem are just as important as qualifications.

How learning is delivered

Our curriculum is deliberately flexible so that it meets the needs of each individual. We offer:

• 1:1 and small group provision – delivered in the community or at our centre.

• Personalised Learning Plans – co-produced with young people, families, and professionals, taking into account EHCPs, baseline assessments, and aspirations.

• Qualified and specialist staff – with expertise in SEND, SEMH and Trauma-Informed Practice.

• Evidence-informed teaching – using approaches endorsed by the Education Endowment Foundation to maximise progress.

• Digital support through Century Tech – a platform that diagnoses gaps, recommends personalised learning, and tracks academic progress.

What young people learn

Unless agreed otherwise, we prioritise English and Maths. This is complemented by: Science, Digital Skills, PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education), Preparing for Adulthood (e.g. budgeting, independent living, employability), enrichment opportunities such as outdoor learning, and creative projects.

Accreditation and Outcomes

We are an approved exam centre, which means young people can complete their qualifications with us, including GCSEs and Functional Skills.

We track progress closely and share regular reports with parents, carers, and the Local Authority. Success is measured not only through academic outcomes, but also through: improved attendance and engagement; growth in confidence and resilience; readiness for further education, training, or employment

Our ethos in practice

Learning at Progression Services goes beyond subjects and exams. Our approach is rooted in relationships, trust, and safety. Staff create environments where young people feel valued, listened to, and capable of achieving more than they thought possible.

We use trauma-informed approaches to help young people regulate emotions, rebuild trust, and grow in independence. This ensures that education is not only effective, but also nurturing, supportive, and life-changing.