Key Information

Helpful Links and Key Information

Here you’ll find essential details about Emerge Online school, along with quick access to important documents and resources.

For more information or to request any of our policies  including those listed below please contact us at office@emergeschool.co.uk

Policies & Documents

See below for the latest policies and documents for Emerge Online School.

Preventing Bullying Policy Including Cyber Bullying

It is a basic right of all children and young people that they receive their education free from
humiliation

Attendance Policy and Procedure Including Adverse Weather

Emerge Online School aims to enable each child to make the maximum progress possible. It recognises

Complaints Policy

This complaints procedure is not limited to parents or carers of children that are registered at
Emerge

Emerge Online School Curriculum Policy

Our Vision: A culture rooted in safety, where people feel seen, heard, included, and connected through authentic relationships.

DATA PROTECTION POLICY

Our Vision: A culture rooted in safety, where people feel seen, heard, included, and connected
through authentic relationships.

E-SAFETY POLICY

Our Vision: A culture rooted in safety, where people feel seen, heard, included, and connected
through authentic relationships

Emerge Online School Prospectus

It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to our prospectus and to introduce you to the vibrant community of Emerge Online School.

Privacy notice for parents and carers

Under data protection law, individuals have a right to be informed about how the school uses any personal data that we hold about them. We comply with this right by providing privacy notices to individuals when we process their personal data.

Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy

Our Vision: A culture rooted in safety, where people feel seen, heard, included, and connected
through authentic relationships

Access To Learning

Accessing Emerge Online School

To help you get the most out of our dynamic online learning environment, we’ve put together some practical FAQs that explain how Emerge Online School works. You’ll also find useful guidance on what to do and who to contact if a student needs support or experiences any issues.

What do students need to get started?

Students should have a quiet, comfortable space at home where they can work and connect to a reliable internet or Wi-Fi signal. Each student will be provided with a school laptop, preloaded with all the necessary access, safeguarding, and security software—allowing them to begin learning straight away, free from delays or distractions. We’ll also send each student their unique username and password to log in to Microsoft Teams for Education — the secure online platform where they’ll join lessons, connect with teachers, and engage with our therapeutic team.

Students should have a quiet, comfortable space at home where they can work and connect to a reliable internet or Wi-Fi signal. Each student will be provided with a school laptop, preloaded with all the necessary access, safeguarding, and security software—allowing them to begin learning straight away, free from delays or distractions. We’ll also send each student their unique username and password to log in to Microsoft Teams for Education — the secure online platform where they’ll join lessons, connect with teachers, and engage with our therapeutic team.

Students should have a quiet, comfortable space at home where they can work and connect to a reliable internet or Wi-Fi signal. Each student will be provided with a school laptop, preloaded with all the necessary access, safeguarding, and security software—allowing them to begin learning straight away, free from delays or distractions. We’ll also send each student their unique username and password to log in to Microsoft Teams for Education — the secure online platform where they’ll join lessons, connect with teachers, and engage with our therapeutic team.

Students should have a quiet, comfortable space at home where they can work and connect to a reliable internet or Wi-Fi signal. Each student will be provided with a school laptop, preloaded with all the necessary access, safeguarding, and security software—allowing them to begin learning straight away, free from delays or distractions. We’ll also send each student their unique username and password to log in to Microsoft Teams for Education — the secure online platform where they’ll join lessons, connect with teachers, and engage with our therapeutic team.

Students should have a quiet, comfortable space at home where they can work and connect to a reliable internet or Wi-Fi signal. Each student will be provided with a school laptop, preloaded with all the necessary access, safeguarding, and security software—allowing them to begin learning straight away, free from delays or distractions. We’ll also send each student their unique username and password to log in to Microsoft Teams for Education — the secure online platform where they’ll join lessons, connect with teachers, and engage with our therapeutic team.

Students should have a quiet, comfortable space at home where they can work and connect to a reliable internet or Wi-Fi signal. Each student will be provided with a school laptop, preloaded with all the necessary access, safeguarding, and security software—allowing them to begin learning straight away, free from delays or distractions. We’ll also send each student their unique username and password to log in to Microsoft Teams for Education — the secure online platform where they’ll join lessons, connect with teachers, and engage with our therapeutic team.

Students should have a quiet, comfortable space at home where they can work and connect to a reliable internet or Wi-Fi signal. Each student will be provided with a school laptop, preloaded with all the necessary access, safeguarding, and security software—allowing them to begin learning straight away, free from delays or distractions. We’ll also send each student their unique username and password to log in to Microsoft Teams for Education — the secure online platform where they’ll join lessons, connect with teachers, and engage with our therapeutic team.

Students should have a quiet, comfortable space at home where they can work and connect to a reliable internet or Wi-Fi signal. Each student will be provided with a school laptop, preloaded with all the necessary access, safeguarding, and security software—allowing them to begin learning straight away, free from delays or distractions. We’ll also send each student their unique username and password to log in to Microsoft Teams for Education — the secure online platform where they’ll join lessons, connect with teachers, and engage with our therapeutic team.

Students should have a quiet, comfortable space at home where they can work and connect to a reliable internet or Wi-Fi signal. Each student will be provided with a school laptop, preloaded with all the necessary access, safeguarding, and security software—allowing them to begin learning straight away, free from delays or distractions. We’ll also send each student their unique username and password to log in to Microsoft Teams for Education — the secure online platform where they’ll join lessons, connect with teachers, and engage with our therapeutic team.

Online Safety

A Secure and Supportive Online Learning Environment

At Emerge Online School, student safety and well-being come first. We’ve implemented a range of advanced systems and safeguards to ensure every learner can engage confidently in a secure online space.

Below, you’ll find an overview of the platforms and tools we use to keep our students protected. For more detailed information, please click the link below to view our Online Safety Policy.

Laptops for Every Learner

Each student receives their own laptop, equipped with the necessary software, safeguarding tools, and security settings. This ensures equal access to learning resources and removes barriers to participation, allowing students to focus fully on their education.

Learning Made Easy

Lessons are delivered through Microsoft Teams for Education, our central platform for teaching and communication. It enables live classes, group work, and feedback while helping students stay connected and feel part of a supportive learning community.

Safe and Secure

Online safety is our top priority. Using our advanced safeguarding system, we monitor and protect students from inappropriate content or online risks—giving parents, carers, and staff complete peace of mind.

Parent / Carer Information

Emerge Online School is a therapeutically informed online provision offering high-quality education for children and young people aged 8 to 18. We re-engage learners who have struggled to access mainstream education by providing a safe, flexible learning environment that can be accessed from home. The ultimate goal is to help the child return to mainstream education.

Our students often have primary needs related to Autism (ASC), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), anxiety or emotionally based school avoidance, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

An Experienced SEN Provider

With a growing SEN school based in Stoke-on-Trent, Emerge is an established provider of SEN education with a Good/ Outstanding OFSTED judgement (June 2023). We understand that every child’s learning journey is unique.

Our online school provides a flexible, personalised curriculum with therapeutic support to help students rebuild confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Our skilled tutors and clinicians work closely together to nurture academic progress, emotional well-being, and personal growth in every student.

Seamless Access and Support

Each student receives a school laptop preloaded with safeguarding, access, and security software, ensuring a smooth and safe start to their online learning journey.

Our small Online classes (between one and 5 pupils) create calm, low-pressure environments where reassurance and encouragement help students feel comfortable and confident to participate.

Personalised and Purposeful Learning

We take time to understand every learner—their strengths, interests, and aspirations—so that teaching feels meaningful and engaging.

While some students stay with us long term, our goal is to help each child progress toward the most suitable next step, whether that’s returning to in-person education or moving on to further learning, training, or employment.

At Emerge Online School, we empower students to reconnect with education, rediscover their confidence, and realise their full potential.