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Every Young Person Can Thrive with the Right Teaching.

We work with Schools, Local Authorities, Fostering Agencies, and Families to help young people reconnect with learning. Through trauma-informed, live online teaching, we create safe, consistent spaces where students rebuild trust, grow in confidence, and make real progress at a pace that works for them.

“Whatever we need to do for a child, we do it. Our job is to help them remember they can learn.”

— Amy Smith, CEO, Apricot Learning

Why We Do It

We know what happens when education stops working for a young person. Confidence collapses, anxiety rises, and the world narrows to no end. That's why we exist, to widen it again and open up a range of new opportunities.

Every young person carries potential, even when it's been overlooked. With the right teacher, one who listens, adapts, and remains consistent, that potential begins to grow again.

Amy often says, “We're not here to fix children. We're here to build spaces where learning feels safe again. That's what we do, one lesson at a time."

What We Teach

Our teaching covers the full national curriculum from Key Stage 2 through Key Stage 5, with qualified subject specialists delivering live, trauma-informed lessons online.

We offer a flexible curriculum that supports students from re-engagement through to recognised qualifications. We teach across all major exam boards and help young people build both academic knowledge and the wider skills they need for future education or employment.

Students can study: Functional Skills, GCSEs, and A-Levels

Click on the topics below to explore examples of our live online lessons and virtual experiments.

  • Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Combined Science
  • Business Studies
  • English Language and Literature
  • Geography
  • History
  • ICT and Computer Science
  • Mathematics
  • Media Studies
  • Psychology and Sociology
  • Religious Studies and PSHE

    • The Apricot Approach

    Our teaching goes beyond the subject. Each lesson helps rebuild structure, confidence, and a sense of enjoyment in learning. We use creativity, humour, and relevance to make that happen: from “Beat the Teacher” quizzes to interactive simulations and projects built around real-world topics.

    Everything we do is rooted in trust, curiosity, and consistency. We respond fast, most referrals are fulfilled within 48 hours, and we stay the course. We measure what matters: engagement, growth, and confidence, not just attendance.

    Qualified Teachers

    QTS-qualified subject specialists

    Trauma-Informed

    Safety and trust come first

    24-Hour Response

    Fast action on referrals

    Partner with Us

    If you're a commissioner, school leader, or parent who wants a partner in helping your young people re-engage and thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

    Transforming Lives Every Day

    Thank you so much for your kindness and patience. Watching him grow in his confidence is something that I have loved to watch. You have helped to shape his journey. This has honestly been one of the hardest battles I have ever had to go through. You have made it so much easier for us. I wish you all the best and we send lots of love!

    Parent Testimonial

    I wanted to let you know that our daughter has been offered a place at a school and is starting tomorrow.

    I just wanted to say a really big thank you for all your hard work while teaching them, and for all the patience and encouragement you have given.

    They have said they are going to miss their maths lessons with you!

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    I just wanted to email to say thank you for everything you've done for me and supporting me while I've been at Apricot.

    Student Testimonial

    I just wanted to thank you for teaching me for these past few weeks, I've had an amazing time.

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    You and the other educators here are great, I feel very confident.

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    It's all going very well at Uni. Loving the course (Ecology & Wildlife Conservation) and the social life – just wanted to let you know.

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    It would be so amazing if I could continue learning with you!

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    I really appreciate you helping bring that enjoyment and enthusiasm back for learning and making the lessons work for my health! Now I can say I have overcome all of the challenges and completed my English exams.

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    Thank you so much for all the help you've given me and for helping me revise for these exams! You have been an amazing teacher and I'm so grateful for how you made the lessons suit my learning style.

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    I moved on and went back - thank you for your advice on picking whatever you're more confident with!

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    I was happy once of the stories fit something for the exam! Hopefully it will get me good marks.

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    Thank you so much for the tip about the four highlighters, as this really helped me with both papers.

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    Thanks again for your support – I hope that you're able to help other struggling students, just as much as you've helped me.

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    I couldn't have gotten the results I did without you. I've managed to move on to the next stage of my education, and I have you to thank for it.

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    I shout Apricot's praises to everyone I come across on all the EHCP groups and forums!

    Parent Testimonial

    After the hellish 4 years we've been through, the fact that she managed to sit any exams is a miracle. The teaching she had from you at Apricot got her over the finishing line.

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    We are delighted as Sam got mostly all 5s and 6s for his GCSEs. Thank you for all your help and support!

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    Gina is thrilled she passed English Language with a 5 and Combined Science with a 44. She enjoyed her lessons and how supportive everyone was.

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    That lesson was absolutely lovely – Mara said if all learning was with someone like you, she'd be able to do more.

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    I can't thank you enough for all the help and genuine care you have given Hannah this year. You gave her the best possible positive return to school lessons and restored her trust in teachers.

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    After talking with you, she's excited about tackling the questions in a different order to maximise the points. Like a different person!

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    After the lesson today with you, Hannah is so much happier. Thank you so much!

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    Leia is absolutely smashing college with 100% attendance and has tentatively made a friend too! We are still so grateful to Apricot for holding her through the storm and getting her the GCSEs she needed.

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    Sarah refused to speak at first due to high anxiety, but now she logs in independently and has the confidence to do the whole lesson without my input. You have made such a difference.

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    This is a massive thank you from me. Paul has not spoken to anyone outside of the home in the last three years, but you made him feel so comfortable that he was ready to get going.

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    Julie got a 4 for her English resit and used all the "wow words" you taught her. She's happy and doing well at college - thanks for all you did for us!

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    I haven't seen Riley that engaged for well over 5 years! He seems to be particularly enjoying Psychology – thank you for making it a comfortable space for him.

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    He is really enjoying your lessons and it's so lovely to see him able to take part and feel proud of himself.

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    Your lessons are helping Ian so much and giving him the chance to know that he can do it. He has shown an interest in attending school again – this is a huge step.

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    He is gaining so much confidence and always feels great about himself after your lessons. You have such a lovely way about you and the way you teach.

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    Danny has been through quite an ordeal but is becoming so confident in his learning after missing so much school. Each and every one of you are helping him and making his life that little bit easier.

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    Thank you for being exactly the teacher Michael needs.

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    You're amazing! Always making me chuckle in the mornings and it brightens the day.

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    Lucas wouldn't engage with LEA tutors at all, but Apricot teachers included things he was interested in and the lessons were so successful at engaging him. He's now enjoying learning and likes his teachers – it's a win-win!

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    Jon has become a different child since working with Apricot after three previous AP's didn't work. I'm also extremely impressed with the learning platform – a massive thank you!

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