About us
Our cohort are key stage 3 and 4 learners who have behavioural support needs, SEMH and low level or unidentified SEND need. Our approach is trauma informed and works on a relational approach, which is tailored to meet their needs. To support this we have access to a range of in-house specialists: Mental Health and ASD, Thrive trainers and practitioners, Team teach trainers and 100% of staff trained, SEND specialists, Emotional literacy, Phonics, Access to an independent living suite, Personal development leads and Qualified subject teachers.
In addition to this we are aspirational for our young people and they will follow the national curriculum, as much as possible, whilst studying with us. This approach supports effective transition back into mainstream. Our curriculum offer includes: English language, English literature, Mathematics, Science double award, Art, Sport and Fitness, Catering, Geography, History (KS3), Culture and beliefs (KS3), Forest school, PHSE.
Our offer focusses on the development of Community, Character and Currency through a tailored approach.
Impact, Outcomes and Key Performance Indicators
The impact of our offer is personal to the learner and could be improved attendance, successful transition back to mainstream, reduced exclusion rate, improved behaviours. We are also proud to have a strong track record of 100% positive and sustained destinations for our year 11 learners.
How to access?
We offer an in person onsite offer and wrap around offer to support bespoke timetable where this is in the best interests of the young person.
How we deliver
We operate across two sites and the site offered will be based on the young person’s needs. Our school day operates Monday to Friday 9-2:15, with a breakfast club offer from 8:30. All students will work towards accessing this full offer but may have in place bespoke timetables in the process of building up to this.
How we report attendance
Attendance is recorded at both am and pm sessions, each day and reported to our stakeholders in line with the service level agreement in place. We also have a system where stakeholders can access key information about their learners, which includes weekly and year to date attendance updated weekly.
Our key contacts
- Day to day: enquiriesgateshead@rtmat.org.uk
- Safeguarding: safeguarding@rtmat.org.uk