
01952 973200
#NobodyLeftBehind
ADULT SKILLS TRAINING &
ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROVISION
Alternative School Programs in Telford
All courses include Functional Skills, Employability, Vocational Training and high-quality work placements.




WHY ANTA EDUCATION
At ANTA Education, we believe every young person deserves a second chance to thrive. Our #NobodyLeftBehind programme is more than an intervention—it’s a personalised pathway to confidence, qualifications, and a brighter future for students who are struggling in mainstream education.
OUR APPROACH
We provide a flexible, fully accredited alternative provision that equips learners with practical qualifications, essential life skills, and the confidence to shape their future. Whether a student needs short-term intervention or long-term support, our bespoke learning plans are tailored to meet individual needs, helping them reconnect with education and prepare for meaningful employment.
ANTA Education works in close partnership with schools, trusts, and families to ensure every learner receives the right support in the right environment.
Our approach is trauma-informed, inclusive, and outcomes-driven—focused not just on academic progress, but on personal growth and long-term wellbeing.
LEARNING ENVIRONMENT & DELIVERY
With a growing network of delivery venues, a team of dedicated educators, and a proven track record of impact, ANTA Education offers more than just an alternative. We offer hope, opportunity, and a future worth striving for.
Let’s work together to make sure every student finds their place—and their potential
Our aim is to ensure learners are met in a comfortable, convenient, safe environment. We’re in constant contact with a growing network of community centres and social spaces that offer us private space to support learners. No venue is used without a strict health and safety assessment, to be reviewed annually.
Based in Central Telford our training
centre is easily accessible by all
public transport
LEARNER-LED PATHWAYS
Every programme at ANTA Education is shaped around the learner—built with achievable, personalised targets that reflect their unique strengths, interests, and goals. From the outset, students play an active role in designing their journey, ensuring that the learning experience feels relevant, empowering, and attainable.
By the end of their pathway, each learner will have gained accredited qualifications aligned with their aspirations, developed greater confidence in their abilities, and built a clearer vision for their future. Whether the goal is long-term employment, further education, or simply re-engaging with full-time learning, our flexible approach ensures that progress is meaningful and self-directed.
QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED
All learning plans are bespoke and can include a selection of the following accredited qualifications:
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Highfield Level 2 Award in
Customer Service -
Highfield Level 1 and Level 2
Award in Health & Safety -
Highfield Level 1 Award in
Health & Safety within a Construction Environment -
Highfield Level 2
Award in Mental Health Awareness -
Highfield Level 1 & Level 2
Award in Food Safety -
Household Budgets
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Drug & Alcohol Awareness
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Life Skills
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Employability
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Functional skills English & Maths
PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATION
Working closely with our school partners, ANTA Education is committed to continuously developing and refining training offers that genuinely engage students in a meaningful and positive way. We understand that every learner is unique, and by collaborating with educators and support staff, we ensure our programmes remain relevant, responsive, and rooted in real-world outcomes.
Whether a student requires short-term intervention or long-term guidance, our flexible mindset ensures that we meet them where they are—academically, emotionally, and socially. By fostering strong partnerships and maintaining open lines of communication, we create a shared vision for success and a collaborative environment where every learner can thrive.
RERPORTING
At ANTA Education, we believe that transparency and collaboration are key to every learner’s success. That’s why we’re committed to providing regular, meaningful feedback to both parents and schools—ensuring everyone stays informed and involved in the learner’s journey. Through progress reports, attendance updates, and personalised reflections, we help track each student’s development, celebrate their achievements, and respond swiftly to any challenges. Together, we build a shared understanding of where the learner is—and where they’re headed.



PRICING & BOOKING
Costs for 2025/2026 academic year
2 hour 1 – 1 support per student
£75 plus vat
Day Rate per student
£150 plus Vat
For the current academic year there is no minimum term booking.
SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT
Safeguarding and associated policies all available upon request.
Our Safeguarding leads are:
Craig Howard – craig@antaeducation.co.uk
Michelle Poxon – michelle@antaeducation.co.uk
Claire Beasley – claireb@antaeducation.co.uk
All staff are DBS checked and safeguarding trained.
Success Story: From Disengaged to Determined — Liam’s Journey
When Liam joined ANTA Education, he was 15 years old and had been permanently excluded from his mainstream school. He struggled with anxiety, low self-esteem, and had fallen behind academically. Traditional classroom settings overwhelmed him, and he felt like he had no future.
Through our #NobodyLeftBehind programme, Liam was given a personalised learning plan tailored to his strengths and interests. He began with short-term goals—building confidence, improving attendance, and engaging in practical learning. With one-to-one support and a flexible schedule, Liam completed the Highfield Level 2 Award in Customer Service and the Level 1 Award in Health & Safety within a Construction Environment.
But the real transformation came when Liam discovered a passion for carpentry during one of our hands-on workshops. We connected him with a local community centre offering vocational training, and he began working towards an apprenticeship.
By the end of the academic year, Liam had:
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Achieved three accredited qualifications
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Re-engaged with full-time learning
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Secured a placement with a local construction firm
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Gained the confidence to speak at a school event about his journey
His mother shared:
“ANTA didn’t just help Liam with education—they gave him hope. For the first time in years, he believes in himself.”
Ready to explore how ANTA can support your students? We’d love to talk
please contact our school team schools@antaeducation.co.uk or call 01952 973200
If you're a school in the Telford area and you would like to refer a learner please feel free to down load an referral form HERE.

Searching for funding on your behalf
As an added benefit for our School Partners. We realize how that schools can often struggle for funds. So as part of our not for profit #NobodyLeftBehind project we're actively seeking grants and additional funding to support our partner schools and their students.
Read about our recent project with Idsall School in Shifnal, Shropshire funded through a generation donation from the Wynn Foundation in Telford.
