Developed in Australia and now proudly launching in the North East, The BUSY School model supports young people who aren’t thriving in mainstream education. Whether it’s a Key Stage 4 student struggling to stay in school, or a 16–19 year-old who needs more than just a college course—we offer the structure, support and practical skills to help them reconnect, re-engage, and rebuild their future.
What we offer
Mentoring & Outreach
Mentoring that rebuilds trust. And futures.
Our phased mentoring offer provides 1-on-1 support to students who have disengaged from school. Working closely with carers and professionals, we reintroduce structure and belief—step by step:
Build trust and understand context
Gently reintroduce learning and structure
Empower young people to thrive
Alternative Provision
Education that Works Differently
Our trauma-informed Alternative Provision supports Key Stage 4 students through smaller group sizes, tailored learning, and a strong vocational lens. Delivered with the Wallsend Club, we focus on belonging and practical outcomes. We offer:
Small class sizes
Trauma-informed teaching
Vocational curriculum
Wellbeing and pastoral care
16yr+ Vocational School
A Different Kind of Sixth Form
For 16–19 year-olds, a 2-year education pathway combining academic learning, vocational skills, confidence-building, and work exposure.