Sparks Learning Hub
Enrichment Therapies
A therapeutic approach to learning....
Adventure Therapy
Our Adventure Therapy sessions are extremely popular with our young people. We build confidence and team work whilst discovering new abilities and skills. These sessions help students understand about calculated risks and help them learn new facets to their own personalities and see themselves in a different light.
The adventure activities include kayaking, climbing and high ropes, go-karting, escape rooms and surfing
Nature Therapy
Being outside in the natural environment brings a host of benefits and aids wellbeing in a wide range of ways. Our main base allows a great opportunity to be outside on a daily basis surrounded by beautiful countryside with not a car or house in sight.
We also run regular sessions at local woods or beaches. We take advantage of the beautiful place we live and love to raise our vitamin D levels. We take opportunities to embrace the natural lift that being outside allows us as often as possible.
Horticulture Therapy
Our Horticulture Therapy sessions are extremely popular and are a good example of how learning happens in a practical way.
Our partnership with Sophie takes place at a local farm where we grow and harvest flowers and plants to make into dyes to create fabrics and products for local sale.
Students learn the skills of a small business model at all stages and these practical and entrepreneurial skills could be transferred in a range of ways in later life.
Animal Therapy
Sometimes animals are easier to deal with than humans! Our furry and feathered friends are so important to our wellness. Our Animal Therapy sessions take place at a range of venues and we enjoy cuddling domestic and farm animals on a regular basis
Sports Therapy
Physical activity is an important part of every day at Sparks Learning Hub. Some of our students are skilled athletes, others have struggled with sports in a mainstream school environment. Whether it is running around a football pitch, developing skills in martial arts, creating a brand new sport (footgoalfrisbee anyone?!) or finding a new love for watersports, there's something for everyone. We'll make sure to get those endorphins going, build teamwork cooperation and develop social skills in a fun and healthy manner that everyone can enjoy.
Art and Music Therapy
We have so many talented students who find happiness and calm when exploring their creative side. Our music and art therapy sessions and workshops help students to explore new skills and craft their artistic expertise.
The arts soothe our souls and help us express our deepest feelings.
Talking Therapy
There are some days when all we need to do is talk it out. We pride ourselves on developing strong relationships between staff and students where trust and respect grow naturally throughout our academic and enrichment programmes. It is so important for everyone to feel that someone cares and we have someone we can share any worries and fears with. Our groups are small and we ensure that every young person is always able to find a listening ear. There is a dedicated staff member assigned to each student, but everyone is ready to listen and help. We understand that if there is something upsetting or bothering us, we are unable to learn until we feel safe and supported.
