ELKOLET
At ELKOLET, we are committed to supporting every young person — not only those who need alternative education pathways or are facing personal challenges, but all children who can benefit from early support. While we continue to respond to young people in difficult circumstances, our true focus is prevention.
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Our new Primary Provision Programme is designed to complement our established Secondary Provision, it equips children early with the tools, confidence, and resilience they need to thrive as they progress through school.
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This preventative approach is strengthened by our counselling, mentoring, and family support, ensuring that every young person has the guidance, stability, and encouragement to reach their full potential.
ELKOLET's Alternative Education Provision
In 2013, ELKOLET launched its Alternative Education Initiative to support students in Alton secondary schools who were struggling within mainstream education.
By 2019, our work had expanded to include 13 secondary schools in East Hampshire, delivering core subjects, Maths, English, PSHE, RSE, and Employability Skills.
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Now, in 2025, we are proud to support students from across Hampshire and neighbouring Local Authorities. This year also marks the launch of our Primary Provision, a significant step for earlier intervention.
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Our staff team is qualified, experienced, and deeply committed to supporting pupils with a wide range of social, emotional, and learning needs. All practitioners are trained in trauma-informed practice and have a strong understanding of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and neurodiversity. This enables us to recognise and respond to each child’s unique way of communicating, learning, and regulating.
Important Information
ELKOLET is a privately run charity that operates an unregistered Alternative Education Provision. As such, we must maintain the highest safeguarding standards, deliver education comparable to mainstream schools, and ensure students attend no more than 15 hours per week.
Students’ remaining hours may include work experience, school placements, or workshops, arranged in collaboration with the commissioning school, which holds responsibility for providing full-time education.
By operating within these guidelines, ELKOLET remains legal, compliant, and committed to safeguarding every student, staff member, and volunteer.
Take a closer look at ELKOLET POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
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Government information on Alternative Provisions:
What is on offer for Primary Education
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​Our Alternative Provision is here to support Primary Schools in meeting the needs of pupils who may benefit from a smaller, more nurturing environment. We offer short-term placements and respite support for children who need time and space to re-engage with learning.
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We work in close partnership with schools to:
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Deliver targeted intervention and personalised learning plans
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Support pupils with social, emotional, or behavioural needs
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Develop reintegration strategies that help pupils transition smoothly back into their mainstream setting
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Provide regular progress updates and collaborative reintegration planning
Our aim is to complement current provisions , ensuring every child can move forward both academically and emotionally.
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Our Primary Provision includes carefully designed spaces featuring a range of textures, gentle lighting, and calming activities. These environments help children build emotional awareness, develop self-management skills, and regain confidence in a safe and nurturing setting.
What is on offer for Secondary Education
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Provision for Years 7–11
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Functional Skills Qualifications in Maths and English (Levels 1 & 2).
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Bespoke timetables tailored to individual needs, including practical life skills development and sports activities.
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Respite days for students needing short-term support.
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GCSE support and exam accommodations.
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Personalised action plans with clear goals and preventative measures.
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Holistic mentoring and SEMH support, involving families, schools, and external agencies when appropriate.
ELKOLET believes all young people deserve a well-rounded, suitable education, even if this requires an alternative pathway.
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Respond to individual needs through flexible learning routes.
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Provide a broad, balanced, and high-quality curriculum.
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Support reintegration or transition back into full-time education when appropriate.
We work with students with or without EHCPs, as well as those under assessment. Our small, supportive environment and individualised timetables allow us to address specific SEMH needs and focus on each young person’s growth and progress.
Experiential Learning
Experiential learning allows students to learn through real experiences, developing practical skills, confidence, and a deeper understanding. By engaging in meaningful, hands-on activities, children become active and motivated learners.
Our Garden
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Our student garden teaches sustainability, teamwork, and responsibility while connecting students to nature. It promotes healthy eating, life skills, and environmental awareness by giving them the opportunity to grow their own food.
Challenge
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Termly challenges encourage students to step out of their comfort zones, promote physical and mental wellbeing, and develop diverse skills. We aim to foster resilience and broaden students' perspectives by offering opportunities they might not have had before.
Art Workshops
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ELKOLET aims to foster creativity, self-expression, and skill development by offering hands-on experience with different mediums like painting, drawing, and sculpture.
The Bike Shed
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By teaching valuable mechanical skills, and encouraging eco-friendly transportation, we can empower students maintain their bikes, fostering sustainability and reduce their carbon footprints, while building confidence and practical knowledge.
Functional Skills Exam Centre
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Becoming an exam centre for Functional Skills will benefit our students by providing accessible, locally available exams in essential subjects like Math and English. It helps students gain practical qualifications needed for work, further education, and everyday life, enhancing their career prospects and boosting confidence.
Family and Community Support
Supporting Staff
We are dedicated to fostering a healthy, supportive workplace where mental well-being is a priority. ELKOLET offers confidential counselling, stress management resources, and access to mental health professionals. Whether facing personal challenges or work-related stress, our staff have the tools and support they need to maintain balance and well-being.
Empowering Students
Our counselling services help students and families manage academic, social, emotional, and mental health challenges. We offer one-on-one sessions, group workshops, and family therapy to address issues such as stress, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. Our trained counsellor works closely with families to ensure that every student receives the care and guidance they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
Impactful Initiatives
We value the strength of community collaboration and work closely with local organizations to extend our network of mental health and family support. Through these partnerships, we provide our students, families, and staff with access to a broad range of services—creating a truly holistic support system for the entire ELKOLET community.
CONTACT US
Email: info@elkolet.com
Phone: 01420 86980
Mobile: 07359660624
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The ELKOLET Centre
Mill Lane, Alton
GU34 2QG