Larches Sports and Education Centre (LSEC)

A specialist alternative provision transforming engagement, motivation & outcomes for young people.

About LSEC

Larches Sports and Education Centre (LSEC) is a high-quality, structured alternative provision created by Larches & Savick Amateur Boxing Club to support young people who may not be fully motivated or thriving in mainstream education.

We deliver a unique blend of sports, vocational learning, academic support, and personal development, built to help learners re-engage, rebuild confidence, and achieve recognised qualifications.

Partner schools choose LSEC because we offer:

• Outstanding attendance engagement

• Meaningful progress in English and maths

• A safe, structured, fully accredited learning environment

• Highly motivating vocational experiences

• Clear, consistent communication with schools and parents

Who We Work With?

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• Mainstream high schools

• Special schools

• Pastoral and behaviour teams

• Local authorities supporting AP pathways

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LSEC is designed for young people who benefit from a more hands-on, motivating and relationship-driven approach to education.

Flexible Session Structure

Each day is divided into two 3-hour sessions:

• Morning: 9:30am – 12:30pm

• Afternoon: 12:30pm – 3:30pm

Learners can attend up to 5 sessions per week, typically one per day, agreed collaboratively between:

School ▸ Parent/Carer ▸ LSEC

This allows schools to tailor provision to each learner’s needs and timetable.

Our Curriculum Offer

1. Sports & Physical Development

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Delivered by qualified coaches in a structured, supportive environment.

Key benefits:

• Increased confidence and resilience

• Improved wellbeing and physical health

• Positive behaviour habits and discipline

• Clear goal-setting and motivation

2. Vocational Skills Pathways

Learners engage in hands-on vocational activities such as:

• Barbering

• Photography

• Food Technology

These pathways develop employability skills, promote independence, and offer learners the chance to experience success in practical, creative environments.

Vocational accreditation is achieved through The King’s Trust.

3. Academic Development: English & Maths

Every learner receives targeted and personalised academic support.

We deliver:

• GCSE preparation (English & Maths)

• AQA Functional Skills (Entry Level to Level 2)

Our academic curriculum supports and complements the work of the partner school, focusing on:

• Filling learning gaps

• Building exam readiness

• Developing confidence

• Secure, measurable progress

This combined model of vocational engagement and academic focus is central to learner success.

Why Schools Choose LSEC?

✔ High levels of learner engagement

Our environment inspires young people who struggle in mainstream settings.

✔ Improved attendance

Schools often report significantly higher attendance on LSEC days.

✔ Behavioural improvements

Clear routines, boundaries and role models encourage positive behaviour.

✔ Strong pastoral support

Every learner receives consistent guidance, encouragement, and care.

✔ Safeguarding excellence

Enhanced DBS checks, a designated DSL onsite at all times, and rigorous safeguarding procedures.

✔ Professional communication

We provide schools with:

• Attendance records

• Progress updates

• Behaviour notes

• Termly and bespoke reports

This ensures a strong triangular support structure between school, family, and LSEC.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding underpins everything we do.

• All staff hold enhanced DBS checks

• Continuous safeguarding training

• Designated Safeguarding Lead always on site

• Policies aligned with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

• Full risk assessments for activities

Schools can be confident that learners are safe, supported and supervised at all times.

Impact & Outcomes

LSEC helps young people to:

• Re-engage with learning

• Improve attendance and motivation

• Build confidence and self-worth

• Gain recognised qualifications

• Develop personal discipline and resilience

• Strengthen social and communication skills

• Successfully reintegrate into mainstream settings

For many learners, LSEC becomes a turning point that drives long-term positive change.