Creativity
Drawing, painting, music, movement, poetry, modelling and drama enhance learning.
Why Heartwood
A gentle place to rediscover learning.
Our primary aim is to provide a welcoming environment in which young people can be themselves, meet and make friends and enjoy learning.
We support each child in discovering their particular interests and skills through art, crafts and in-depth exploration of a wide range of subjects. Our experienced tutors encourage curiosity, questioning and individual responses with a warm and friendly approach.
Our ethos is inspired by Steiner Waldorf education, reflecting the needs of the child at each stage of development. Appealing to the head, hands and heart makes learning more enjoyable and rewarding.
Above all, our aim is to support young teenagers at this vulnerable time in their lives by building their self-esteem and confidence, both socially and in learning.
Our values
Ten ideas that shape the experience.
Continuity
Consistent relationships and focused main-lesson blocks support depth and integration.
Activity
Structured movement, the outdoors and learning through doing are central.
The individual & society
Social and emotional skills are fostered alongside global and social perspectives.
Inclusion & differentiation
Individualised learning allows learners to work at different levels within the group.
The spoken word
Recitation, drama, poetry, stories, myths and legends bring the oral tradition to life.
Age-appropriate
Content and presentation are linked to emotional, social, physical and intellectual development.
Assessment
Development is closely monitored through tutor observation and in-depth study.
Excellence
Every pupil is encouraged to give of their best across all disciplines.
Whole-child learning
Learning engages practical, creative, social and academic dimensions together.