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Reintegration Programmes

Structured programmes to support a young person's return to school or college.

Who it's for

Young people ready to step back into a mainstream, specialist or college setting after a period out of education.

How it works

Our Reintegration Approach runs across four phases — Stabilise, Rebuild, Bridge, Settle — with the receiving setting involved from the start. We do not rush this. Most young people move through these phases over a single academic term.

What the placement looks like

  1. 01

    Stabilise

    Predictability and trust before any reintegration conversation.

  2. 02

    Rebuild

    Academic identity restored at the young person's pace.

  3. 03

    Bridge

    Joint sessions with receiving setting. Tutor remains present.

  4. 04

    Settle

    Tapered tutor withdrawal across 4–8 weeks post return.

Outcomes we work towards

  • A planned, graduated return
  • Receiving staff trained on the young person's profile
  • Continued tutor presence during the bridging phase

Evidence we share with commissioners

  • Reintegration plan signed by all parties
  • Bridging session attendance log
  • Six-month sustained-return review

Next step

Make a referral or start a quiet conversation.

We respond within 24 hours. Most placements begin within agreed timeframes once funding is in place.