About the School
Progress Schools Wigan is an Alternative Provision school situated within the Wigan Youth Zone in an enclosed wing, offering our students privacy while learning. Our class sizes are small which allows us to offer the highest-quality and bespoke teaching that supports each of our students to achieve. Each class is supported by a Teacher and a Student Engagement Mentor. We support shorter- and longer-term placements with a focus on rehabilitation into secondary school, with short respite breaks designed to support educational engagement.
School Staff
Sue Astley
Martin McMeel
Lee Davy
Lydia Birkett
Kaye Kelly
School Curriculum
At Progress Schools Liverpool students primarily study Functional Skills in English, Mathematics, and ICT. A wide range of other qualifications are also studied. These include Science, PE, Careers, Internet Safety, well-being, mental health awareness, and many more. Many of our students also attend vocational placements, such as Cornerstones, where they can specialise in construction. We also have agreements with placements specializing in Hair and Beauty, Forestry, and Hospitality.
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How to Find Us
Wigan Youth Zone, Parsons Walk, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1RU
info@progress-schools.co.uk
01942 914 041
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As a Pastoral Mentor at Progress Schools, you will be responsible for understanding critical stages of development and students' individual needs.
You will also act as a force of positive encouragement and support, helping students reach their full potential.
We are looking for passionate, nurturing, encouraging, and supportive individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of our students.
Click the link in our bio for more information 🔗
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Students at #PSHamiltionSquare had a brilliant time listening to an intervention brought by ELLS.
Students heard about the personal experiences these people have gone through and gained a deeper understanding of how this affected their lives.
After the session, students suggested that their perspective of prison had drastically changed.
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To celebrate the Platinum Jubilee, students at #PSTheHive The Hive, Wirral Youth Zone created some delicious themed puddings! Now they look scrumptious... 🍰👑
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We are hiring!
Did you know we are now recruiting for several of our new schools?
We're on the lookout for Teachers, Pastoral Mentors, and Heads of School.
If you want to support young people build a brighter future, we want to hear from you!
Click the link in our bio to browse our current vacancies. 🔗
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Charlotte Barton was recently appointed Interim Managing Director of Progress Schools, a post that will see Charlotte lead the ambitious strategic development of the business.
Charlotte, who has been with Progress Schools since its inception in 2016, steps into this role with a wealth of industry knowledge and experience.
The Progress Group CEO, Jayne Worthington is confident that Charlotte will make a significant impact across the business.
Read the full article at the link in our bio.
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Today marks the start of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. The theme this year is loneliness.
The number of people affected by loneliness during the pandemic increased massively, and people of all ages experienced loneliness due to isolation and distance from family and friends. If you are feeling lonely, please seek support. There are people here to help and you are never alone.
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Last week at #PSHamiltonSq, students welcomed James an ex probation officer who works with young people to highlight and educate them on current events concerning gangs. James kindly shared his experiences to provide insight into the implications of gangs and gang-related crime.
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Student J was excluded from mainstream school following extensive outbursts, displaying verbal aggression, abuse, and disrespect towards staff. J completed Progress Schools’ 12-week Reintegration Programme.
J spent a total of 13 weeks at Progress Schools, during which time he was not excluded and did not allow his behaviour to spiral. He participated in daily mentoring sessions with staff, focusing on reacting appropriately in stressful situations and utilising other ways to express his emotions.
Read J's full story at the link in our bio.
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