All pupils access a broad and balanced academic curriculum, adapted to their tier and individual learning needs.
Oracy, reading for pleasure, phonics and functional writing. Functional Skills and GCSE pathways where appropriate. Literacy developed as a tool for communication, confidence and self-expression.
Practical and project-based science in lower tiers. GCSE or applied science pathways in Tier 3. Experiential and outdoor learning where appropriate.
Practical numeracy including money, time and problem solving Functional Skills and GCSE routes Emphasis on real-life application and independence.
Age-appropriate learning in history, geography, RE and citizenship. Exploration of identity, community and British values. Increasing depth and accreditation as pupils progress through tiers.
Safe, responsible and purposeful use of technology. Functional ICT and vocational digital pathways. Assistive technology used to remove barriers to learning.
A small message from each staff member
LCE Academy is built on the belief that every young person deserves a school where they feel safe, understood and inspired to grow. We are proud to be creating a genuinely transformative SEMH provision for our community, driven by relationships, shaped by compassion and committed to changing futures.
Education should be a place where young people feel understood before they are judged, and supported before they are challenged. Every learning pathway should be thoughtfully designed to build confidence, curiosity and real-world readiness. When curriculum is inclusive, it gives every child the opportunity to succeed.
Inclusion is at the heart of everything I do. Through strong relationships, high expectations and personalised support, I work to ensure that every pupil, particularly those who have found education challenging, is given the structure, care and opportunity they need to re-engage with learning and thrive.
Our focus is on giving pupils the skills, qualifications and belief they need to succeed beyond school. Whether that is a return to mainstream, a specialist route or transition into further education and employment, progress is always planned and purposeful.
Our provision is designed for children and young people who:
Have identified SEMH needs
Require a more personalised and therapeutic learning environment
May struggle to thrive in mainstream settings
Need consistent relational support to feel safe, regulated and ready to learn
LCE Academy is built around:
A multi-disciplinary team with extensive expertise
Highly structured routines that reduce anxiety and promote confidence
Therapeutic, calm and sensory-aware environments
Small class sizes and personalised learning
A relational approach centred on trust, safety and wellbeing
Every aspect—from staffing to spaces—has been designed with SEMH needs at the forefront.
Pupils follow a broad, ambitious and carefully adapted curriculum, including:
Core academic subjects
Personal development and life skills
Therapeutic and wellbeing programmes
Creative and vocational learning opportunities
Our curriculum aims to close academic gaps while helping pupils build confidence, independence and emotional resilience.
SEMH support is woven into every part of their school day. This includes:
Key-worker relationships
Therapeutic interventions
Daily check-ins and regulation routines
Trauma-informed practice
Restorative approaches
Bespoke support plans tailored to each pupil’s needs
Our goal is to help pupils feel safe, understood and empowered.
LCE Academy has been designed specifically for SEMH learners, with:
Calm, low-stimulation classrooms
Breakout therapy rooms
Sensory-aware spaces
Outdoor learning areas
Safe zones for regulation
Structured routines and movement breaks
The environment is a key part of helping pupils regulate, feel secure and engage successfully in learning.
