The learner journey: from referral to next chapter
Transparency matters. Here's exactly how a young person moves through Care Cove in Sheffield, from that first difficult phone call to a future they're excited about. Every step is shared with families, schools and local authorities.
From first conversation to next chapter.
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Start with what matters.
An initial conversation helps the team understand the young person's circumstances, needs and hopes.
An initial conversation helps the team understand the young person's circumstances, needs and hopes.
Share an initial overview so the team can understand what you are looking for.
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Referral & first conversation
A school or local authority makes a referral. We listen to history, needs and hopes first, and respond within one working day.
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Information & risk sharing
We gather educational, SEND, EHCP and safeguarding information securely, so we start with a full and honest picture.
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Assessment & personalised plan
We baseline academic skills, understand needs and interests, and agree a personalised plan and outcomes with everyone involved.
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A carefully-paced start
The young person begins with a named key worker, low-pressure early days, and time to build trust before pace.
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Learning, growing, achieving
Core curriculum, vocational qualifications, sport and therapy come together. Progress is reviewed and celebrated regularly.
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Review & adjust
Regular reviews with families and commissioners keep the plan honest and responsive, feeding EHCP annual reviews where relevant.
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The next chapter
Reintegration to mainstream, a college place, an apprenticeship or employment with the confidence and skills to thrive.
Give a young person their next chapter.
Ask us about current availability, and talk to our admissions team about a personalised placement built around the young person in front of you.