Welcome to Renew Education
At Renew Education, we offer a personalised alternative provision for young people aged 7–16 who need a fresh start.
Based in Bridgwater, we combine academic support, vocational experiences, and mentoring to help every learner reset, rebuild, and re-engage with education in a way that works for them.
Our Network of Partners
Working alongside inspiring venues and specialists to help young people reconnect through nature, movement, and education.
For a list of our partners and delivery sites, please click here to read more.
Our Mission
At Renew Education, we exist to create transformational opportunities for young people who need something different.
We deliver inspiring, alternative provision rooted in community, connection, and possibility — combining academic support, vocational skills, and positive role models and mentorship.
Our goal is simple:
To help every child feel seen, supported, and capable of building a better future.
To provide a safe, inspiring, and inclusive learning environment that helps young people rediscover their potential, grow in confidence, and transition into education, training or employment with hope and purpose.
Calendar
We operate in normal term times along with the Somerset school term dates. These are:
Autumn half term 2: Monday 3rd November – Friday 19th December 2025
Spring half term 1: Monday 5th January - Friday 13th February 2026
Spring half term 2: Monday 23rd February – Thursday 2nd April 2026
Summer half term 1: Monday 20th April – Friday 22nd May 2026
Summer half term 2: Monday 1st June – Friday 22nd July 2026
However, we will also be operating bespoke provision in all holiday periods, excluding 20th December – 4th January.
What We Offer
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Academic Support
A commitment to ensuring we continue to have a focus on advancing academic skills irrespective of prior attainment, in order to enhance future skills and life chances. This might be through 1:1 work or small group sessions using appropriate levels of challenge.
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Vocational Opportunities
Offering opportunities to develop and experience hands-on learning in real workplaces in an environment where traditional education might not have been accessed. This includes a range of opportunities such as including barbering, animal care, hospitality, equine, beauty, and mechanics
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Outdoor & Enrichment Activities
To engage young people with our pathways, we might take them into a different environment away from the traditional classroom. This includes fishing, paddleboarding, gym sessions, team sports, gardening, and creative learning across local venues.
Renew Education – Referral Form
Schools and Local Authorities -
Please complete the form below to refer a child or young person to our provision.
What happens next?
Referral submitted – once you complete this form, it will be sent directly to our team.
Initial response – a member of our team will be in touch within 24 hours to confirm receipt and discuss next steps.
Further details – we will supply a follow-up form to capture all relevant information, including EHCPs, support history, and safeguarding considerations.
Placement process – following review, we will liaise with the school/LA to agree a suitable support pathway and confirm a start date.