Curriculum Overview

Every member of the Budleigh House team recognises their responsibility to ensure the safety of pupils, colleagues, and themselves. All stakeholders are committed to providing the best possible education for the pupils, upholding the values of our Alternative Provision.As a cohesive team, they use their skills and talents to support one another, fostering a caring and inclusive environment. There is no place for discrimination, and religious and cultural differences are respected and celebrated by all.

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Why Choose Us?

The selection of Budleigh House as the dedicated site for Richmond House’s Alternative Provision is a strategic decision, underpinned by our commitment to providing a distinct, supportive, and purposeful environment tailored for re-engagement and progress.

Here are the key reasons for this choice:

A Purpose-Built, Separate Environment

Distraction-Free Learning: Budleigh House offers a physical separation from the mainstream setting, providing a clean slate for students. This reduces anxiety and social pressures, allowing them to focus entirely on their personal and academic development without past associations.
Tailored Facilities: The site can be specifically adapted for AP, with smaller classrooms for intensive support and dedicated spaces for practical, hands-on learning.

A Focus on Practical Support and Skill Development

Access to Calming Resources: The environment at Budleigh House is designed to help students self-regulate. We provide access to a range of calming resources and spaces, which are integral to helping young people manage their emotions, enhance their focus, and ultimately, improve their core academic and personal skills.
A Supportive Haven: The site functions as a consistent and predictable setting where students feel secure. This stability is the foundation upon which we can build confidence and re-engage them with learning.

Fostering a Unique and Positive Identity

A Fresh Start: Attending Budleigh House represents a tangible new beginning. It allows students to step away from previous challenges and build a new, positive identity as a learner.
A Cohesive Community: The smaller scale naturally fosters a strong, close-knit community. This enables staff and students to build the deep, trusting relationships that are crucial for success.

Space for Specialist and Practical Interventions

Dedicated Spaces: The site provides the necessary space for targeted interventions, mentoring sessions, delivered without interruption.
Skills-Based Learning: With its own grounds, Budleigh House offers unique opportunities for vocational and land-based learning, which are proven to develop resilience, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork.

Operational and Strategic Benefits

Focused Expertise: Our staff at Budleigh House specialise entirely in the methodologies of AP. Their practice is concentrated on meeting the complex needs of their students, leading to higher-quality provision.
Clear Strategic Vision: A dedicated site allows for a clear, self-contained strategy with a tailored curriculum and success metrics, specifically designed to track progress in behaviour, attendance, and skill acquisition.

Budleigh House is central to our strategy for delivering high-quality Alternative Provision.

It is designed not simply as an alternative location, but as a purposeful, supportive, and aspirational environment. Our aim is to provide students with the right tools and a calm, focused setting they need to enhance their abilities, improve their skills, and achieve success.

Our Services

At Budleigh House, we specialise in supporting children with additional needs and disabilities, as well as offering tailored Alternative Provision. Our holistic approach ensures that each child’s unique educational, emotional, and developmental needs are met, providing them with the individualised care and opportunities they deserve. We are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is given the chance to thrive and fulfil their potential.