About us
Adventure in Learning, a vibrant Alternative Provision established in January, reimagines learning with a holistic approach. Nestled in Newburn Leisure Centre, we provide core subjects—Maths, English, and Science along with history, PSHE and our innovative Forest Hero program for immersive outdoor engagement. Working closely with home-schools, local authorities and parents/caregivers, we carefully curate a bespoke learning package that best suited to for each pupil. Our dedicated team ensures personalised attention, cultivating resilience and life skills. Additionally, we offer Sport Leaders qualifications through the Leadership Skills Foundation and collaborate with AQA and the PSHE Association. With a diverse range of sporting and outdoor activities, Adventure in Learning creates an enriched educational experience, fostering a seamless blend of academic excellence and practical skills.
Impact, Outcomes and Key Performance Indicators
At Adventure in Learning, we meticulously monitor our impact through attendance tracking, ensuring learners are consistently engaged. Our KPIs focus on preparing pupils for future stages, gauging academic progress through regular assessment. Skill development in confidence, resilience, and communication is tracked through practical activities, reflective exercises, and continuous feedback loops. Our proactive approach enables us to tailor interventions, measure success, and continuously enhance our learners' holistic development.
How to access?
Adventure in Learning is conveniently situated at Newburn Leisure Centre in Newcastle upon Tyne. As a face-to-face provision, all learners attend in person, fostering an engaging and interactive educational environment.
How we deliver
Our typical day starts at 9:30am and finishes at 2:20pm. Our morning lessons are primarily academic focused with the afternoons based around Sport/Outdoor Practical/Forest Hero.
Below is an example timetable based on a typical day:
- Lesson – 9.30am-10.10am
- Movement Break – 10.10am-10.15am
- Lesson – 10.15am-10.55am
- Break – 10.55am-11.15am
- Lesson – 11.15am-11.55am
- Movement Break – 11.55am-12pm
- Lesson 12pm-12.30pm
- Lunch – 12.30pm-1pm
- Sport/Practical/Forest Hero – 1pm-2.20pm
How we report attendance
We ensure daily attendance reporting by promptly notifying all relevant parties associated with each pupil. Additionally, we maintain a secure register, accessible upon request by parents/caregivers or home schools for transparent record-keeping.
Our key contacts
- Day to day: David Hancock (Head of Provision) - 07990748375
- Safeguarding: Chris Rush (Pastoral & Safeguarding Lead) - 07543351444