ARK Alternative Education Provision 2026/2027

Social, Personal and Academic Journeys

At ARK Alternative Education Provision we are proud to serve the young people of Hull and East Yorkshire, having the learner at the heart of all we do!!

ARK provides bespoke academic, social, emotional and personal support to a range of young people in the Hull and East Riding Locality who might need education delivered in a different way they have ever known.

The ARK Team have worked hard to ensure Alternative Provision is more than just a place to learn, but a place to belong and thrive.

ARK's academic offer includes-

* Functional Skills-Maths, English and Digital Skills

*ASDAN programmes

*Employability Skills

Additional social and project based learning journeys encourage a passion for learning.

 A new addition to the ARK  Community...we are super proud to announce collaborative working alongside Hull FC in September 2026 and beyond! 

Established in June 2024, ARK has supported a range of learners and enabled and empowered them to access successful Post 16 placements for a positive future! Supporitng them to make positive changes and going into the world knowing who they are and who they want to be.

Team ARK are super excited to announce a successful second year and head into year three with an even wider ARK Community. 

Team ARK

Kay Walton-Communications and Learning- kay.walton@arkaep.co.uk

Allison Middlemas-Operations and Learning-allison.middlemas@arkaep.co.uk

Ann Pearson-Lifeskills Lead

Sharelle Jones-Lifeskills Tutor

Elliot Middlemas- Learning Support Assistant

 

 Team ARK creates a safe and happy learning environment, where learners are supported, encouraged, challenged and empowered to grow, learn, thrive and succeed.

Please read the ARK Admissions Policy for further information around how to apply for a placement. The ARK Admissions Form can be found below-

ARK ADMISSIONS FORM-2026/2027

ARK ADMISSIONS POLICY-2026/2027

The ARK Culture!

AT the core of our ARK Culture we all must have safety, inclusion and acceptance. ARK believes that every learner should feel safe, valued and celebrated. ARK understands the value of academic and social awareness to ensure positive life outcomes.

ARK delivers individual support and progress packages, alongside the opportunity for academic success. Learning can be delivered either remotely or onsite. The ARK Team can deliver blended learning, mixing the two delivery styles to ensure learners develop the skills needed to reach their full potential. 

We understand that a safe and positive environment is essential for us all to focus, thrive and grow. We create this with our meaningful interactions, sense of focus with fun and consistent guidance and advice.

Safeguarding underpins every aspect of our work and is at the core of all we do. Creating a culture of safety whilst raising awareness around safeguarding trends and themes is a crucial element of the work we do. The ARK Team work

Important Safeguarding information can be found below-

Kay Walton-Designated Safegaurding Lead

Allison Middlemas-Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

 

Flexible Learning Options

ARK offer remote, onsite, and blended learning opportunities, we ensure accessibility and flexibility in learning delivery. The Team at ARK provides learners with Functional Skills qualifications in English and Math's. Qualifications in other areas such as Personal Development and Mental Health may also be offered. The ARK Team have years of experience delivering sessions and engaging young people to get  back on track and ready to learn.

Safe, Happy and Learning!

Team ARK understand that healthy and happy learners attend, engage and value the learning process. Sessions around Health and Well-being, Identity, and Safe Coping are key elements of the culture and ethos of the ARK setting.

Holistic Support

From behaviour management to trauma-informed practices, we provide comprehensive support to empower learners on their educational journey.

ARK VALUES-

Acceptance

Respect

Kindness

Aspirations

Empathy

Positivity








 

ARK LIFE...

Registered at Companies House -April 2024 Company Number- 15659248

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