Our Support Services

Wild Embers offers a proven and tested alternative provision for children with SEND and/or SEMH in South Devon.

As an Alternative Outdoor Provision we provide support in nature based settings with sessions delivered by skilled and experienced staff.

Our staff hold qualifications in Forest School Leadership, Outdoor Therapeutic Intervention, Safeguarding Level 3 qualifications and hold an enhanced DBS'.

We pride ourselves on recruiting staff that truly have a passion for supporting children and families to thrive in their lives.

We offer comprehensive support that extends beyond school hours, providing a variety of activities and sessions for children and their families. Our offerings include after-school sessions, holiday forest school clubs, and specialised therapeutic support in addition to our main Transitional Support Programme. These services are subsidised and designed to benefit those who need our help the most, ensuring essential support for the entire family.

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What we offer...

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Alternative Provision

1:1 Support

At Wild Embers, we provide tailored Alternative Provision for learners who may be school refusers or at risk of exclusion (PEX or temporary).

Our TSP programmes are designed to support children and young people with SEND, as well as those facing SEMH challenges. We create a nurturing and inclusive environment where learners can thrive, helping them overcome barriers to education and personal development.

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Alternative Provision

Group Support

Our group sessions are designed with a maximum ratio of 2:6.

As with our 1:1 support, we provide nature-based therapeutic support for children aged 6 to 16.

Our aim to re-engage learners by improving their mental health, self-confidence, resilience, and self esteem, helping them overcome barriers to education.

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SEND Holiday Clubs

Our SEND Holiday Clubs are forest school inspired nature days for children with Special Education Needs held at the beautiful Living Projects (Pondfields) in Dartington near Totnes

The sessions are held by experienced forest school leaders and therapeutic leaders with a wealth of knowledge, skills and enthusiasm for supporting SEND children and young people.

These sessions are currently funded by The National Lottery and are run with a suggested donation of £5 - £10 per child.

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SEND Weekend Family Days

The SEND Weekend Family Days are unique days, providing support for children and families with SEND and SEMH difficulties.

These sessions provide children with a forest school inspired day of games, adventure, outdoor learning and cooking on the fire - an inspiring and nourishing day for all the children whilst the adults are held in a supportive space by our experienced SEND worker.

These sessions are currently funded by The National Lottery and are run with a suggested donation of £5 - £10 per child.

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Safeguarding Statement

Wild Embers recognises its moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children and young people. We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children and young people are respected and valued.

We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures and policies to ensure that children and young people receive effective support, protection and justice.

Child protection forms part of Wild Embers safeguarding responsibilities.

Safeguarding Policies & Procedures
Read our organisational policies here.
Download our Parent & Child Friendly Safeguarding Policy here
Download our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy here

Testimonials

“My boy has blossomed at Wild Embers, he loves it... I have noticed the confidence and interests he has on different topics; he learns best hands on and with his needs, he feels happier being in this environment, he’s never had a bad day its always been his best day ever."

Parent whose child attended Wild Adventurers Holiday Club

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