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Education

Inclusion Pathways

Trauma-informed, technology-enabled and in-person learning for children and young people who can’t access traditional or specialist school.

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Ages 5–18

On admission

4 pathways

Used alone or combined.

EBSNA · EOTAS

Specialisms

Matching criteria

Who it's for

For learners with complex or disrupted journeys, where mainstream or specialist school isn’t working right now.

  • Emotionally based school non-attendance (EBSNA)
  • Education other than at school (EOTAS)
  • Complex or disrupted learning journeys
  • Working towards a return to school
  • Needing a personalised, flexible route
  • Moving on to education, training or employment

How we measure outcomes

Re-engagement & attendance Accreditations gained Transition outcomes Case studies

Pathway

The four pathways

Used individually or combined into a tailored programme. As learners progress, support shifts, with smooth transitions and the freedom to move back if more support is needed.

Engage

Stabilise

Tuition

Build

Alternative Learning

Prepare

Online School

Prepare

Moves onto one of these Return to school
Moves onto one of these Further education
Moves onto one of these Training or employment
  1. 1

    Stabilise

    Engage

  2. 2

    Build

    Tuition

  3. 3

    Prepare

    Alternative Learning

  4. 4

    Prepare

    Online School

  5. Return to school Further education Training or employment

Common questions

Keys Inclusion Pathways provide flexible, personalised education for children and young people who are unable to access traditional school settings.

Combining trauma-informed support, technology-enabled learning and in-person provision, each pathway is carefully designed around the individual to support re-engagement, wellbeing and progress.

With a clear focus on smooth transitions and positive outcomes, Inclusion Pathways help learners rebuild confidence and move forward—whether that means returning to education or progressing to training, employment or further opportunities.

What are Keys Inclusion Pathways?

Keys Inclusion Pathways provide flexible, personalised education for children and young people who are unable to access traditional or specialist school settings. They combine trauma-informed support, technology-enabled learning and in-person provision to help learners re-engage with education.

Who are Inclusion Pathways for?

They are designed for learners with complex or disrupted education journeys, including those experiencing:

  • Emotionally based school non-attendance (EBSNA)

  • EOTAS arrangements

  • Social, emotional and mental health needs

  • Barriers linked to trauma or anxiety

How are pathways tailored to each learner?

Each pathway is fully bespoke and built around the individual’s needs, strengths and readiness to engage. Different elements can be combined and adapted over time to support progress and transition.

What are the different Inclusion Pathways?

The pathways include:

  • Keys Engage – early support to stabilise, build routine and re-engage

  • Keys Tuition – targeted academic support

  • Keys Alternative Learning – flexible, curriculum-led education preparing for next steps

  • Keys Online School – full-time, accredited online education

Can learners move between pathways?

Yes. The pathways are designed as a continuous journey, allowing learners to move between levels of support as their needs change, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity.

What is the goal of Inclusion Pathways?

The main aim is to support re-engagement with education and help young people move on to a positive next step, whether that is returning to school, further education, training or employment.

How does Inclusion Pathways link to other Keys services?

Through Connected Support, pathways link closely with:

  • Keys SEND Schools

  • Keys Children’s Care services

  • Keys Health (clinical and therapeutic support)

This ensures joined-up, consistent care and education.

How do stakeholders know when the pathway is working?
Is learning only online?

No. Learning can be online, in-person or a blend of both, depending on what works best for each learner.

How does the referral process work?

Referrals are typically made by local authorities, schools, social workers or other professionals.
The process includes:

  1. Initial enquiry or referral submission via email or phone

  2. Information gathering to understand the learner’s needs and circumstances

  3. Assessment and pathway planning, identifying the most appropriate support

  4. Placement agreement and start, with clear goals and support plans in place

How can a referral be made?

Referrals can be made by contacting the Inclusion Pathways team:

The team can provide guidance, whether you have a clear request or are exploring options.

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Whether you know exactly what’s needed or are just starting out, our team will help you find the right pathway.

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Why Keys

Education that connects, even out of school.

Learners on these pathways often need clinical insight and, sometimes, care alongside their education. Because Keys connects all three, support travels with the young person.

  • Education

    A form of EET for everyone, supported by AQA units and the Inclusion Pathways offer.

  • Health

    Specialist clinical input on call to help manage risk and support staff.

With consistent support, he began to rebuild his routine and his confidence, and to imagine a future again.

Daniel's story

From crisis to college

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