At Red Balloon Norwich, they know that when young people feel comfortable and connected within a calm learning environment they make better progress educationally and personally. With small class sizes, regular meetings with a mentor to discuss any concerns and even a cooked meal to share together each lunchtime, young people gain a sense of belonging which re-engages them with their education.
They value every opportunity to elevate student voice within the centre, and it is heart-warming to hear students speaking so positively about how Red Balloon has transformed their lives.
RB-Norwich provides a safe and supportive learning environment for up to 40 young people from Norfolk and surrounding counties. The Centre is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 15:30 during term time, and students attend full-time or start on a reduced time-table and building up to full time, depending on their needs and abilities.
Students can join RB-Norwich from age 11 to 16, with those already with them able to stay to the maximum age of 17 to complete their GCSEs. Though they have sixth-form aged students, they are not able to offer A-levels. The highest level of education they offer is Key Stage 4 (GCSEs and equivalent).
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They know the measure of a successful education is not simply achieving high grades in exams – real accomplishment is about growing as an individual, improving your abilities and confidence over time, and building and maintaining relationships with your peers. In addition to subject lessons, PSHEE, and wellbeing, RB-Norwich has a focus on additional activities to help students grow, as well as have some well-deserved fun. Various trips are run over the course of the year, as small groups or sometimes joining students from other Centres.
Please check the school website link for details.
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