VLC can make a real difference in young lives by being different in the following ways:
- Small, calm centres with a focus on therapeutic care, restorative behaviour management and high academic standards.
- Mathematics, English, SMSC and PSHE are at the centre of each pupil's individual learning package at VLC.
- At KS4, depending on preference, pupils can study for either GCSE or Functional Skills in Mathematics and English.
- Curriculum is bespoke to the needs of each student. Pupils can also study (to GCSE at KS4): English Literature, History, Religious Education, Biology, Physics, Chemistry and French.
- We also offer non-examined learning in the following: Art, PE, Cookery, Music, Careers and Digital Literacy
- All of the above subjects are also available to our KS3 and KS2 pupils
- Teaching on a one to one / one to two basis in a calm environment to encourage rapid and sustained progress.
- Through our therapeutic approach, some pupils are able to return to mainstream school life rapidly. Others, need our help for longer.
- Our teaching is secular, but each centre has a compassionate Christian ethos, in which all children are welcomed, valued and treated with respect. Experience has shown that this mutual respect has a powerful and transformative affect.
- Our experienced specialist counsellor works with a number of our pupils.
- Our transitions worker helps our students to understand their potential and aspire to achieve well in their future careers.
"Before ******* joined VLC, she had had difficult experiences in mainstream school and was not able to manage her behaviours. Since joining VLC ******* has been a different child. ******* adores the school and it's staff and is on track for completing her GCSE's. It is clear that ******* is a much valued member of the school and they are committed to *******'s success" - Warwickshire Social Worker
VLC is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) under the Charity No. 1184444.