MOORFIELD LEARNING CENTRE

Our Unique Approach

Bespoke Learning: With small numbers, we can offer a personalised learning package for each young person. This tailored approach allows us to support learners in reaching their full academic potential.

Holistic Development: Beyond academic success, we are dedicated to nurturing all the skills necessary for learners to lead a well-rounded and independent life. Our focus is on emotional growth, social development, and academic achievement.

Engaging with Our Community

We believe in fostering strong relationships with our community to create a supportive network for our learners. By working collaboratively with parents, local partnerships, and the wider community, we aim to develop cultural capital and promote social, moral, spiritual, and cultural growth in our students.

therapeutic learning

At Moorfield Learning Centre, we understand the importance of holistic development. Through engaging music sessions, creative art projects, and exciting outdoor activities, we aim to provide therapeutic experiences that enhance emotional well-being and promote creative expression. These opportunities allow our learners to explore their interests, develop new skills, and build confidence in a supportive setting.

Moorfield Street, Barrow

This site is our main school, although we are not your conventional school! We have intentionally created a setting that does not feel like a traditional school environment. Working closely with young people, we have designed a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere, removing many associations with traditional schooling.

Small Settings: Our school is intentionally small, with a maximum of 12 young people on roll.

Student-Designed Decor: The décor in our school has been designed by the young people we work with, ensuring a personalised and engaging environment.

Inclusive Environment: Instead of classic school desks, we opt for boardroom-style tables to promote engagement and inclusivity.

We believe that by creating a unique and nurturing environment, we can better support the holistic development of our learners.

Schneider Road, Barrow

We take a unique approach to learning at our primary hub by spending a significant amount of time outside the classroom. Through various outdoor activities, we provide a hands-on learning experience that connects students with their local environment.

Experiential Learning: We believe in learning by doing, and we provide practical, real-world experiences to enhance academic knowledge.

Nature Exploration: Our learners have the opportunity to explore and appreciate the natural world, fostering a sense of environmental awareness.

Community Engagement: We actively engage with the local community to instil a sense of social responsibility in our young people.

ADMISSIONS STATEMENT AND REFErral

At Moorfield Learning Centre, we are committed to providing a safe, positive, and structured environment where young people can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. All children are entitled to a Full-Time Equivalent Education, and we work in partnership with Local Authorities to ensure that young people who may find mainstream school challenging, those affected by EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance), and CME (Children Missing from Education) receive the support they need to fulfil their statutory entitlement.

Admission to the School

Admission to Moorfield Learning Centre is carried out in liaison with the Local Authority and other relevant professionals. We offer full-time places, and learners become part of our school community.
Parents who believe their child would benefit from this provision can contact the school for further information. Additionally, they should contact the Local Authority SEND team and the young person's current educational setting, if applicable.

Admission to the Outreach Centres

We also offer part-time places through our outreach programme for secondary and primary aged learners. Headteachers and SENCOs from schools collaborate with our team to determine the most appropriate provision for each young person. We actively involve families throughout the referral and assessment process.
Current settings are asked to complete a referral form for the young person and, from receipt of this, we aim to start the placement within five days. A risk assessment will be requested from the young person's current educational provision.

For more information on admissions or to discuss how Moorfield Learning Centre can support your child's educational journey, please contact us.