Pearl @ Tinsley Meadows

Pearl is an alternative provision for primary-age pupils based at Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy and has been delivering alternative provision for permanently excluded pupils. Admission is via referrals from the Local Authority Inclusion Team.

Underpinned by nurture principles and trauma-informed practice, Pearl provides a dynamic learning environment that feels different from a traditional school environment whilst still maintaining predictable daily routines, consistent behavioural expectations and a focus on academic outcomes to support successful mainstream.

Pearl provides a structured, nurturing environment where pupils access the national curriculum with a strong focus on foundational skills in reading and maths. Core subjects are taught by a qualified teacher through delivery of dynamic, practical, creative and personalised lessons adapted to meet the needs and interests of individual pupils. Alongside core subjects, pupils also engage and access targeted intervention to promote their social and emotional development.

Pearl offers a highly supportive environment with a staff-to-pupil ratio of 1:2, ensuring every child receives the attention they need to thrive. This is a teacher-led provision and staff are qualified and experienced. Our team ensure delivering high-quality support for every learner. Guided by expertise and a deep understanding of individual needs, our teaching staff design and oversee all aspects of provision to ensure it is purposeful, inclusive, and impactful.

The team work collaboratively with specialist teams and families to create tailored strategies that help every child thrive. By placing teachers at the heart of provision, we guarantee that support is fully integrated into classroom practice and aligned with the curriculum, fostering progress and confidence for all pupils.