Helpful resources

KOOTH: A provider of online mental health services for children, and young people. There are articles, discussion forums on a wide range of topics and the facility to speak one to one with trained counsellors www.kooth.com

THE MIX: A UK based charity providing free, confidential support for young people under 25. Their website has a wealth of advice and support. They can be contacted online www.themix.org.uk or via phone 0808 808 4994.

42ND STREET: Offers support to young people aged 12 to 25 with their emotional wellbeing and mental health. Their support is currently being offered remotely online via their website www.42ndstreet.org.uk).

MIND: Provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. There is further information on their website www.mind.org.uk) where there is also the facility to speak to someone online or via telephone (0300 123 3393).

SAMARITANS: “If you need someone to talk to, we listen. We won’t judge or tell you what to do”. Samaritans can be contacted vis phone 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org. They also have a self-help app.

WINSTONS WISH Provides free digital bereavement information and support for children and young people across the UK who are grieving the death of someone important to them. https://winstonswish.org/

CHILD BEREAVEMENT UK: Rebuilding lives together www.childbereavementuk.org 08000288840.

CHILDLINE: Available to help anyone under the age of 19 in the UK with any issue they are going through. More information is on their website www.childline.org.uk) or they can be contacted via phone 0800 1111.

Ofsted Report

We were inspected by Ofsted from 26th to 28th November 2024 and achieved ‘Good’ across all areas.

You can download a copy of the full report here:

MVLA Ofsted Report 26th – 28th November 2024

Note to Partner Agencies

On a daily basis we have partner agencies contacting us to arrange one to one meetings with students that have been referred to them. We really appreciate the help and support for our students.

Although we always do our best to facilitate these meetings, please note that we have a limit on the rooms available. Therefore we request that you contact us in advance to ensure that an appropriate room to use. In addition, we ask that, where possible, these meetings take place between 1.30pm and 2.30pm when core lessons are over. Some students are working with multiple agencies and we need to minimise the impact on their learning time and academic progress where possible.

At Manchester Vocational and Learning Academy, we are committed to transforming the lives of pupils who have struggled in mainstream education. Through our personalised approach and unwavering support, we empower each student to overcome their challenges, develop essential life skills, and unlock their true potential. Our school aspires to be a beacon of hope, guiding our pupils back to academic success and equipping them with the tools to thrive in their communities and beyond.

Our teachers are experienced in dealing with students who struggle to manage their behaviour. We offer specialised support for students with special educational needs or who speak English as an additional language. All staff possesses an enhanced DBS disclosure and the qualifications and experience required to fulfil their role.

CREATE

We will create and provide various opportunities for pupils to achieve their goals.

DEVELOP

At MVLA our students will learn to develop their self esteem and become confident individuals.

PARTNERSHIPS

We aim to work in partnership with schools, parents/carers and other professionals.

Our Mission Statement

MVLA recognises that each student is an individual. We provide a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment for our learners to achieve their full potential – educationally, socially and emotionally.