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Welcome to Tees Valley College, where we hold high aspirations for each of our students. We take great pride in our young people and the unwavering dedication of our staff in helping every student thrive and make meaningful progress.
Our primary focus is on English and mathematics, alongside vocational subjects, as we believe these foundational skills will empower our students to advance into further education, secure apprenticeships, and gain meaningful employment. At Tees Valley College, we are committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment where every student can achieve their goals and aspirations.
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Welcome to Tees Valley College, where we maintain high aspirations for every student. We take pride in our young people and the unwavering dedication of our staff, who work tirelessly to ensure that each student enjoys their school experience and makes meaningful progress.
Our primary focus is on English and mathematics, alongside vocational subjects. We believe that a solid foundation in these areas will enable our students to advance into further education, secure apprenticeships, and achieve employment.
Tees Valley College operates on two fundamental principles:
At Tees Valley College, we have established clear, positive expectations for behaviour and implement successful positive reinforcement strategies that are regularly reviewed. Young people referred to our school have the opportunity to gain GCSEs and Functional Skills in English and mathematics. Our extensive PSHE and GCSE Citizenship curriculum ensures that each student is supported in becoming a well-rounded member of society.
Our vocational subjects include:
We cater to pupils aged 11 to 19 years who experience social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties and may have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education.
We offer all pupils a broad and balanced curriculum that challenges them, regardless of their academic ability, to achieve high levels of success. As a behaviour specialist independent school, we support young people with complex needs, including those with and without an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Our alternative provision ensures that all young people feel safe and happy in school while making progress in all subjects, making every day a memorable one.
Tees Valley School specialises in providing education and support for young people with:
Social difficulties
Emotional difficulties
Mental Health difficulties
Autism
Specialist Therapeutic Education: Our highly trained staff work closely with pupils to address their unique challenges.
Tailored Learning Environments: We create customised learning plans that align with each pupil's needs.
Comprehensive Curriculum: In addition to following the National Curriculum, we offer a variety of vocational and physical education programs.
Family Support Services: We provide extensive support to families to ensure a holistic approach to each pupil's education and well-being.
At Keys, our purpose is to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives we touch. Don’t just take our word for it—hear directly from those who have experienced our commitment to our EPIC values.
Mark H, ParentI can’t thank Keys enough for the care and support they’ve provided for my daughter. The staff are always attentive, and they genuinely listen to her needs. She has made amazing progress in both her education and personal growth, and I see a brighter future for her every day. Keys has truly changed our lives for the better.
We welcome referrals and enquiries from parents and local authorities. To discuss how Keys Education can support your child, please contact us using the form below or reach out to our admissions team directly.
Parents, carers, or local authorities can contact us to discuss the needs of the child.
We ask the person wishing to commission the placement (normally the Local Authority) sends over relevant information, such as, EHCP, previous school reports, professionals reports.
This allows us to conduct a thorough assessment to determine if we are the right provision to meet needs.
Once we feel needs can be met, we work closely with all parties to facilitate the placement process. If the Local Authority request the place, this is subject to funding being agreed at a panel meeting.
After admission, we provide continuous support to ensure the child settles in well and their needs are met.
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