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Make a Referral

Referring a young person to Apricot Learning is simple. We work quickly and collaboratively with Schools, Local Authorities, Fostering Agencies, and Families to put the right teaching in place, often within just a few days. Every referral begins a process of rebuilding confidence, connection, and progress through calm, trauma-informed online lessons.

How to Make a Referral

1

Submit an Enquiry

Complete the referral form and contact us by phone or email. We confirm receipt within one working day.

2

Consultation

We discuss the learner's background, needs, and goals to design a tailored learning plan.

3

Start Learning

Students can begin lessons as soon as 48 hours after induction, helping them re-engage quickly.

4

Ongoing Review

We provide regular progress reports covering attendance, engagement, progress, and outcomes.

Every Referral Matters

When you refer a young person to Apricot Learning, you're opening the door to a safe, supportive learning environment where they can rebuild their confidence and re-engage with education at their own pace.

Our trauma-informed approach means every student is treated with compassion, understanding, and respect. We work alongside you to ensure the transition is smooth and the support is exactly what they need.

48hrs

Average start time after induction

Small Groups

Personalised attention for every student

To make a referral, please complete our online form and email our team directly. We'll review your information, arrange a consultation, and confirm a start date. Please send all Referral Forms to:

Who We Support

We teach young people aged 8 to 18+ who can't currently access mainstream education. This may include learners with:

  • Living with anxiety, medical needs, or school-based trauma
  • Identified with SEND or EHCP requirements
  • Experiencing interrupted attendance or school refusal, including those affected by EBSA
  • Living in care placements, supported by fostering agencies, or are care-experienced or looked-after children
  • Accessing Alternative Provision or Hospital Outreach Education

Working Together Across the UK

We Partner With

  • Local Authorities and Virtual Schools
  • Alternative Provisions, Therapeutic Schools, and Pupil Referral Units (PRUs)
  • Mainstream Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) needing interim or bespoke provision
  • Fostering Agencies, Supported Accommodation Providers or Children’s Homes
  • Social Workers, SENCOs, and Education Welfare Teams
  • Parents and Guardians arranging individual tuition

We work in partnership with schools, fostering agencies, and local authorities across the UK to make education accessible, compassionate, and consistent for every young person who needs something different. Our online provision reaches students wherever they are, removing barriers and providing specialist support that helps them re-engage, rebuild confidence, and make real progress.

We're proud to have delivered provision for:

  • Bath & North East Somerset Council
  • Bournemouth Borough Council
  • Cambridgeshire Council
  • Camden Council
  • Central Bedfordshire Council
  • Cheshire East Council
  • Cheshire West & Chester Council
  • Cornwall Council
  • Derby City Council
  • Devon County Council
  • Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council
  • Gloucestershire Council
  • South Gloucestershire Council
  • Hackney Council
  • Haringey Council
  • Kent County Council
  • Manchester City Council
  • Middlesbrough Council
  • Milton Keynes Council
  • Northamptonshire County Council
  • North Tyneside Council
  • Sheffield City Council
  • Wiltshire Council
  • Worcestershire County Council
  • City of York Council
  • North Yorkshire County Council

Need Support Before Referring?

If you're unsure whether Apricot Learning is the right fit, we're always here to help you explore your options. Our team can talk you through eligibility, funding routes, and how we tailor support for young people with a wide range of needs, including anxiety, EBSA, SEND, care-experienced backgrounds, or disrupted education.

If you'd like to see how our teaching works in real life, your student is welcome to join one of our free Wednesday taster sessions. It's a relaxed, no-pressure way to experience a live lesson, meet our teachers, and get a feel for how online learning can help a young person re-engage safely and confidently.