About INNOV4TE

Built by People Who
Believe in Young People.

INNOV4TE was built by people who've dedicated their careers to transforming outcomes for the most vulnerable young people in society.

Who We Are

Specialists in SEMH Education & Positive Outcomes

Our team brings together experienced leaders, teachers and specialists who understand the challenges faced by children and young people with additional needs.

Through a high-structure, high-nurture approach, we help learners re-engage with education, build confidence and achieve meaningful outcomes. We create safe, consistent environments where young people are supported, challenged and empowered to succeed.

We work collaboratively with schools, local authorities, families and external agencies to provide the right support at the right time, ensuring every learner has the opportunity to thrive both academically and personally.

Three Specialist Provisions

Independent School, Primary Provision and Alternative Provision supporting learners across different stages, ages and needs.

SEMH-Focused Support

Specialist support for learners with social, emotional and mental health needs, delivered through structure, relationships and consistency.

Small, Nurturing Environments

Calm settings with small groups, trusted adults and personalised support to help young people feel safe and ready to learn.

Pathways Back Into Education

Supporting attendance, engagement, confidence, reintegration and positive next steps.

Our Philosophy

The 4 Pillars of Education

Education is about more than academic achievement. At INNOV4TE, we support learners to develop the knowledge, skills, relationships and confidence they need for life.

01

Learning to Know

Building knowledge, curiosity and confidence as a learner.

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Learning to Know

Building knowledge, curiosity and confidence as a learner.

Helping learners rediscover curiosity, develop their knowledge and build the confidence to engage with learning.

02

Learning to Do

Developing skills and applying learning to real life.

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Learning to Do

Developing skills and applying learning to real life.

Giving learners opportunities to develop practical skills, solve problems, become more independent and prepare for their future.

03

Learning to Live Together

Building positive relationships and becoming part of a community.

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Learning to Live Together

Building positive relationships and becoming part of a community.

Supporting learners to communicate, cooperate, understand others and develop the social skills needed to build positive relationships.

04

Learning to Be

Developing confidence, resilience and a strong sense of self.

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Learning to Be

Developing confidence, resilience and a strong sense of self.

Supporting the whole child to understand themselves, regulate emotions, recognise their strengths and become increasingly confident and independent.

Our Values

What Drives Us

Trauma Informed

We recognise the impact of adverse childhood experiences and respond with compassion, empathy and specialist knowledge.

Person-Centred

Every child is unique. We provide holistic, individualised support tailored to the young person and their wider family.

Excellence

We pioneer and lead by example, continually raising standards in SEMH education and alternative provision.

Safeguarding

The safety and wellbeing of every young person is our absolute priority, embedded in everything we do.

Leadership

Meet the Team

CA

Carla Astbury

Director & Designated Safeguarding Lead

castbury@innov4te.co.uk
CF

Carlo Franco

Director & Headteacher

cfranco@innov4te.co.uk
SM

Stacy Millington-Moss

Director & Deputy DSL

stacy@innov4te.co.uk

Ready to find out more?

Contact our team to discuss how INNOV4TE can support a young person in your care.

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