Positive Pathways

Empowering Education for Young Learners

At Positive Pathways, we are dedicated to offering Alternative Provision for EYFS and Key Stage One pupils. Our focus is on creating a supportive and nurturing environment that fosters learning, growth and helps develop positive pathways for every child. Explore our photos and discover the difference we can make in your child's education.

Empowering Growth Through Alternative Provision

Creating a Nurturing Environment for EYFS and Key Stage 1

Welcome to Positive Pathways, where we specialise in providing Alternative Provision for young learners in a nurturing environment that supports growth and development. Join us on the journey of education and empowerment.

Positive Pathways environment is designed to be welcoming and safe, to support pupils in developing relationships with their peers and adults, to develop their self esteem and to have a greater understanding of and ability to express their emotions.

There are 6 principles of Nurture. These are –

The classroom and school offer a safe base
Nurture is important in the development of self-esteem
Language is understood as a vital means of communication
All behaviour is communication
Transitions are significant in the lives of children

The theory behind a nurture group is based on “Attachment Theory ” – that if children’s early experiences are characterised by missing or distorted nurturing, then emotional and cognitive development can be affected. Many children with SEMH difficulties have been exposed to high levels of stress whilst still very young. This can impact their developing brain and may result in hypervigilance and difficulties with attention, learning and emotional control. By providing this nurture later in a child’s life, we can help children and young people to develop the skills and resilience to cope with stressful experiences.

Pupils are offered a range of activities on a daily basis including sensory play, board games, role play and small world play, Forest School, trips out into the local community, cooking, arts and crafts. There are consistent members of staff who are present each day to support the children and build strong, trusting relationships.

Bespoke Education

Our programs offer bespoke education plans to cater to the individual needs of each pupil, ensuring a supportive learning environment. We offer Thrive sessions, SEMH sessions, Cooking, STEM, Topic, along with Core subject sessions. Trips out into our local community including trips to the park.