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For Commissioners
Wild Minds provides specialist therapeutic alternative provision for young people aged 11–25 with SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD, and complex needs. We accept referrals from local authorities, schools, and EHCP teams on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Young People We Support
Who Wild Minds Supports
We specialise in supporting young people aged 11–25 who are unable to access or sustain mainstream education. Our provision is designed for those with the most complex and overlapping needs, who require a therapeutic, relational approach to re-engage with learning.
- Autism Spectrum Condition
- ADHD and executive function needs
- SEMH (Social, Emotional, Mental Health)
- EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
- Complex trauma and adverse childhood experiences
- School refusal and placement breakdown
- Neurodivergence and sensory processing needs
- Post-16 young adults aged 18–25
- Young people who have been out of education
- EOTAS (Education Other Than At a School) packages
EHCP Suitability
The majority of our placements are EHCP-funded. Wild Minds can accommodate young people where Section B identifies therapeutic, emotional, and vocational support needs, and Section F includes specific therapeutic provision, functional skills, and preparation for adulthood outcomes.
Rolling Admissions
Unlike many providers, Wild Minds accepts referrals throughout the academic year. We do not require young people to wait for a new term — we work to agree start dates that are right for the individual and reflect capacity at our sites.
Multi-Site Provision
With three specialist sites — The Farm Campus, Acorn House, and Cookham Lodge — we can offer blended provision that changes as a young person progresses. Sites can be combined within a placement to provide the richest, most appropriate provision.
Flexible Placement Structure
Tiered Support Model
Placements are commissioned at a tier that reflects the young person's needs, intensity of support required, and the aims outlined in the EHCP.
Supported Engagement
Half-day placement, 1 day per week. Ideal for young people re-engaging after extended absence or with complex anxiety. Focused on regulation, relationships, and routine.
- 1:2 practitioner ratio
- Emotional regulation support
- WMSS™ baseline assessment
- Termly review report
Structured Provision
1–2 full days per week. Academic and vocational learning integrated with therapeutic support. ASDAN, AQA, or NOCN accreditation where appropriate.
- Accredited learning pathways
- Vocational and practical skills
- Functional skills embedded
- Progress reporting half-termly
Extended Therapeutic Provision
2–3 full days per week. Comprehensive therapeutic and educational provision for young people with the most complex needs, including EOTAS packages.
- Full therapeutic formulation
- Multi-disciplinary team input
- Preparation for adulthood focus
- Quarterly commissioner review
Governance & Standards
Commissioner Assurance
Attendance Monitoring
Daily attendance recorded and shared with commissioning schools or LAs. Any unexplained absence followed up the same day.
Annual Review Contribution
Wild Minds provides written reports and attends annual review meetings as required to contribute to EHCP review.
Progress Reporting
Half-termly progress updates and full termly outcome reviews against the WMSS™ baseline and agreed EHCP outcomes.
Transition Planning
Transition planning begins from day one. We work with commissioners to identify next steps, pathways, and supported handovers.
Safeguarding Overview
Wild Minds has a designated DSL and deputy DSLs. All safeguarding concerns are reported immediately. Policies available on request.
UKPRN Registration
Wild Minds Pro Ltd is a registered education provider — UKPRN: 10097452. VAT No: 506 7799 52.
“Wild Minds does not simply provide placements.
We build pathways.”
Wild Minds accepts referrals from schools, local authorities, and families where appropriate. All placements are subject to a suitability and capacity assessment.