Our Curriculum, Programmes and Costings

Our curriculum will include:

A full induction, including meeting the parents
A personalised timetable for all students to support their needs
Physical activity to support students mental and physical health
Personal development to give students the skills and confidence to navigate any situation
A themed approach to learning to provide meaning to the knowledge and skills students will learn
English and maths to suit the level of need for each student
Keyskills to support students with the skills they need for later life e.g. cooking, budgeting etc.

Each programme will be for a minimum of 6 weeks and can be 1, 2, 3,4 or 5 days a week. The morning sessions are aimed at students who are at risk of exclusions due to behaviour concerns or are permanently excluded and need a part-time provision. The afternoon sessions are aimed at students whose mental health or medical needs prevents them from attending mainstream school. A student cannot access both sessions.

Morning Session	Price	Afternoon Session	Price
Non EHCP/LAC or PEX	£35ph	Non EHCP/LAC	£30ph
EHCP/LAC or PEX	£42ph	EHCP/LAC	£35ph

If a student is with us for 5 days a week we will support the reintegration back into mainstream school through:

Attending any meetings in school
Continued communication with school and family
Frequent visits to the school to monitor the students progress

Meet the River Bourne Edge Team

Maxine Fox

Head

Maxine is an experienced professional who has dedicated over 20 years of her career to working in secondary schools. Throughout her journey, She has taken on various roles, including senior leadership positions with whole school responsibilities, including DSL, pastoral and attendance. Maxine is also a restorative practitioner and trainer, proving her commitment to promoting positive and respectful relationships within education settings. Her natural ability to build strong connections with young people has been the cornerstone of her success, as she firmly believes that every child has the potential to achieve success.

Karen Wright

Deputy Head/DSL

Karen is also an experienced professional with over 20 years of dedicated service in secondary schools. Her expertise lies in the field of safeguarding children, and she goes above and beyond to stay up-to-date with all aspects of this critical area. One of Karen's notable strengths is her exceptional ability to build strong relationships, particularly with the parents of students. She understands the importance of collaboration and open communication between parents and schools in creating a supportive environment for students. Karen excels in seeing the bigger picture, recognising the various factors that impact a student's wellbeing, enabling them to achieve their best.

Chloe

Provision Lead

Chloe, a dedicated education professional with over 15 years of experience in secondary schools, where she has undertaken various roles including Deputy Head of Year, Safeguarding Manager and Pastoral Manager. Chloe has amassed a wealth of qualifications and training, encompassing Restorative Practices and high-level safeguarding, among many others. Her commitment to education is evident in her passion for supporting young people who find mainstream schooling challenging. Chloe believes in the potential of every student and strives to create an inclusive environment conducive to learning. Outside of her professional commitments, she enjoys travelling and embracing new experiences, which she eagerly shares with our students, enriching their educational journey and fostering a broader worldview.

Charlotte

Teaching Assistant

Charlotte is an experienced educator with over 22 years of dedicated service across various childcare sectors, including schools. Her extensive background also encompasses a hands-on patient care role within the ambulance service, further enhancing her nurturing capabilities. Over the years, Charlotte has acquired numerous qualifications, including specialised training in autism awareness, childcare, and first aid, which demonstrate her commitment.