Alternative Provision & Inclusion Support
Re-engaging children and young people with education
Back on Track Pathways provides specialist 1:1 support for pupils who are unable to access mainstream education due to anxiety, emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), SEMH needs, low confidence, or other barriers to learning.
Our programmes focus on rebuilding emotional readiness for learning first, before gradually reintroducing academic work in a supportive, real-world context. The aim is to help pupils regain confidence, engagement, and the skills needed to return to education successfully.
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Our Provision
Rebuilding confidence, engagement, and readiness for learning
🔶 WHO WE SUPPORT
We work with children and young people who:
• Are not attending school or attend very irregularly
• Experience anxiety or emotionally based school avoidance
• Present with SEMH needs
• Have low confidence or poor self-esteem
• Are at risk of exclusion
• Are awaiting placement or transition
• Have experienced difficulties within school
• Have EHCPs or additional needs affecting access to education
Each programme is tailored to the individual, recognising that barriers to learning are often complex and require a flexible, compassionate approach.
🔶 OUR APPROACH — Rebuilding Readiness for Learning
Many pupils who struggle to attend school are not unwilling to learn — they are overwhelmed by the emotional demands associated with education. Attempting academic work too early can reinforce anxiety and avoidance.
Back on Track Pathways uses a staged approach:
First: building trust, confidence, and emotional stability
Then: gradually reintroducing learning through meaningful activities
Finally: preparing pupils for successful reintegration into education
Sessions integrate evidence-informed coaching approaches, including CBT and NLP principles, alongside creative, physical, and goal-based activities to maximise engagement.
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🔶 FUNCTIONAL LEARNING & SKILL DEVELOPMENT
As confidence grows, academic elements are introduced through real-life contexts rather than traditional classroom tasks.
This may include:
• Functional maths through practical activities
• Reading and writing linked to meaningful topics
• Problem-solving and communication skills
• Development of learning behaviours and study skills
Where appropriate, learners may work towards recognised outcomes such as ASDAN Personal & Social Development awards or Functional Skills in English and Maths.
🔶 OUTCOMES & REINTEGRATION
The overall aim is to help pupils move from avoidance and distress to confidence, engagement, and readiness for education.
Progress may include:
• Reduced anxiety and improved emotional regulation
• Increased confidence and self-esteem
• Greater engagement with learning
• Development of functional numeracy and literacy
• Improved independence and resilience
• Preparation for return to school or next placement
Success is measured by meaningful progress towards sustainable re-engagement with education.
🔶 WHO REFERS
Referrals are welcomed from:
• Schools and academies
• Local Authorities and SEN teams
• Inclusion services
• Alternative provision coordinators
• Professionals working with the child
• Parents (private placements where appropriate)
🔶 DELIVERY
Support is typically delivered 1:1 in person during term time and school hours in a calm, structured environment suited to the individual.
Primary delivery location:
Lawrence Boxing Club
Alan Farrar Gymnasium
3 Marsh Lane
Lymington SO41 9EW
Other appropriate community settings may be used where necessary.
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Carol, Grandmother
Chris helps with my grandson, we need more Chris' in the world, its not just a pay packet, he gives 110% to help our kids future, he's done so much to help us on every level.
Jo, Parent
100% more confident, he has had his first 2 taster days at secondary school and absolutely loved it !! (After hating junior school for years) he's also joined a football team that he would never do before from doubting himself so much! A massive thankyou for your help Chris, he thoroughly enjoyed every session!
Jenny, Parent
Thank you Chris. I cannot thank you enough. Beginning of our journey but feeling more positive already, in and out of the household.