At the Newlands Federation, we believe that every child deserves to feel connected, valued and able to flourish. In keeping with our vision of Roots to Grow, Wings to Fly, we welcome conversations with families who are interested in a flexi-schooling arrangement as part of their child's educational journey.

We recognise that some children may have experienced disruptions to their education, found mainstream schooling challenging, or have been educated at home for a period of time. For these children, a carefully planned and supported flexi-schooling approach can provide a positive pathway into school life. Through a combination of learning at home and time spent in school, children can rebuild confidence, establish positive relationships and develop a sense of belonging within our nurturing school community.

An Inclusive and Relational Approach

Our approach is rooted in inclusion and underpinned by strong partnerships with children and families. We take time to understand each child's individual circumstances and work collaboratively with parents to create a personalised plan that supports wellbeing, engagement and learning. By offering a gradual and flexible transition, we aim to help children become firmly rooted within our school family while growing in confidence, independence and readiness for future success.

As small village schools, we are proud of our caring, compassionate and relational culture. We know that successful engagement with education is often built on trust, consistency and meaningful connections. For some children, flexi-schooling can be an important stepping stone, helping them re-engage with learning and experience the many benefits of being part of a thriving school community.

Our Long-Term Aspiration

While we recognise that every child's circumstances are unique, our aspiration is for all children to attend school on a full-time basis so that they can benefit from the rich learning experiences, friendships, opportunities and sense of belonging that school life provides.

Where a flexi-schooling arrangement is agreed, it is typically viewed as part of a longer-term journey. Working in close partnership with families, our hope is that children will gradually increase their attendance, access and success over time, enabling them to participate more fully in all that our schools have to offer and strengthening their connection to school life.

Our hope is that every child who joins us through a flexi-schooling pathway comes to feel deeply rooted within our school family, developing the confidence, relationships and skills they need to spread their wings and fly.

Find Out More

Families interested in exploring flexi-schooling are warmly encouraged to contact us to discuss their child's individual needs and circumstances. All arrangements are considered on a case-by-case basis and are supported through our Flexi-Schooling Policy and Flexi-School Agreement.

"Every child deserves the opportunity to feel rooted, connected and to flourish. Through compassionate partnerships and flexible pathways, we aim to help children rediscover a love of learning, strengthen their sense of belonging and, over time, fully embrace all that school life has to offer."