Together we belong, grow, learn and achieve
ACT Schools is a registered Independent Schools with the capacity to educate 150 learners from the ages 11-16 years. The school is registered to admit students with special educational needs primarily focused to social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
ACT is passionate about ensuring all young people are equipped with the skills they need to become successful adults. Far too many young people engage with ACT at age 16 with deficient Literacy and Numeracy skills and are unprepared to successfully transition from school into the ‘real world’. We strongly believe that early intervention is needed to ensure all young people, especially those disengaged with education, are able to enter the world of work with the best possible chance of success. We’re also passionate about reducing the number of young people not in education, employment or training (NEET).
ACT Schools offers a true alternative to mainstream learning, designed to engage young people and help them overcome their barriers to participation and prepare them for adulthood. Our dynamic alternative curriculum and range of support packages truly encourages, motivates and nurtures young people to realise what they can achieve
- Being positive and having a ‘can-do’ attitude
- Taking pride and responsibility in exceeding people’s expectations
- Helping raise and realise people’s aspirations
- Having fun in providing a professional, safe and friendly service
- Showing deep respect for individuals
Our learners are guaranteed
- An individualised, person-centred programme that suits their needs.
- Access to our experienced learner support services including an outreach worker and school counsellor.
- Daily support with behaviour and personal barriers.
- Regular progress and target setting.
- All the support they need to ensure successful transition to post-16 destinations.
2022-2023 Academic Outcomes
During the 2022-23 academic year, 20 Year 11’s completed their education at ACT Schools. Their outcomes of those who completed the year can be summarised as follows:
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82% of pupils had positive destinations and were still engaged in the provisions in the Autumn term.
Learner Support Services
The wellbeing of our learners is central to the work we do at ACT Schools. A recent Estyn monitoring visit identified that the staff at our school know the learners extremely well and provide them with valuable support inside and outside the classroom.
Over time, the majority of learners develop strong trust in our staff, helping them to engage positively with their learning, develop confidence in their abilities and make suitable progress.
You can view our updated Learner Safeguarding Procedure here.
All correspondence for the attention of our Advisory Board should be addresses to ACT Schools Advisory Chair and sent to:
Ocean Park House
East Tyndall Street
Cardiff
CF24 5ET
ACT Schools, Cardiff
Ocean Park House, East Tyndall Street, Cardiff, CF24 5ET
ACT Schools, Cardiff, Grangetown
Cardiff Skills Centre, Unit 4a, Hadfield Road Cardiff, CF11 8AQ