Name: Link AP Academy
Address: Campus Road, Great Horton, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1HR, United Kingdom
Telephone: 01274 442085
Rating: 5

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We are an Alternative Education Provision supporting students to re-engage, reintegrate and reconnect back into their education.

Education Quality

Planning of Education:

At Link AP Academy, we carefully plan each student’s educational journey in collaboration with their on-roll school and other providers. Once baseline assessments are complete, we create a personalised timetable designed to meet their individual needs and learning goals.

We work closely with partner schools to align with their curriculum, using shared schemes of work and resources to ensure a consistent and balanced offer.

All students receive a core programme that includes:
1. Maths
2. English
3. Science
4. Religious Education
5. PSHCE

SEND Knowledge and Practice:

At Link AP Academy, we are committed to providing inclusive and responsive support for all students, especially those with additional needs. Our team is highly knowledgeable and experienced in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that every young person receives the care and attention they require to thrive.

All staff are trained in trauma-informed practice, enabling them to respond with sensitivity, understanding, and appropriate strategies to support students who may have experienced adversity.

Our approach is rooted in empathy, expertise, and a deep commitment to helping every student succeed.

Induction Process:

Before joining us at Link AP Academy, every student takes part in a structured induction process, typically lasting between 3 to 5 days. This helps us build a clear picture of their individual needs and ensures a smooth and supported transition into our provision.

During induction, students complete a range of baseline assessments, including both academic and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) assessments. These insights enable us to create a personalised support plan and learning pathway tailored to each young person.

Referral Process: Schools and local authorities to contact Link AP Academy regarding placements and to arrange a meeting/visit.

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Site Safety

Does this AP undertake regular fire drills, have Fire Service compliant smoke alarms, staff trained in fire prevention and regularly tested fire extinguishers?: Yes

Are staff trained in first aid (certificate in date) and facilities and is equipment are available and working?: Yes

Site Security: On-site security officer patrolling. Barriers and intercom system. AMPR cameras

Opening Hours: 8am to 3pm

Does your setting have a designated and trained health and safety officer?: Yes

Is a public liability policy current and displayed publicly?: Yes

Policies

Does this provision Safer Recruitment processes?: Yes

Does this provision/service have appropriate safeguarding policies for safeguarding children?: Yes

Links to policies: https://linkapacademy.co.uk/key-information/policies-documentation/

Does this site have an appropriately trained Designated Safeguarding Lead?: Yes

Does this site have a designated teacher for Children in Care?: Yes

Testimonials

Feedback from Paul Hodgkinson
Chief Executive Officer, Bolton Impact Trust

“Thank you for the warm welcome – your hospitality meant a lot to me.
I was immediately impressed with the superb location of your new site.
Perfectly situated to serve local schools and easily accessible. The investment in the building, equipment, and ICT infrastructure is exceptional – your students have access to some of the best facilities I’ve seen in Alternative Provision.
Your team is outstanding – a group of experienced practitioners with strong mainstream and AP backgrounds. I’ve had the pleasure of working with many of them before, and I know how talented they are.
Your curriculum offer is incredibly well thought out. From identifying student needs to delivering academic and pastoral support, your systems are high-quality and student-centred.
I left confident that Link AP Academy will continue to go from strength to strength”.

Karen Cruise (CEO Flourishing Minds)
“Created by a leader with a drive and passion to provide the highest quality support for the children and young people who need it most. A bright, modern and welcoming space. A provision that’s really needed for some of our most vulnerable young people, with a goal to support them to thrive. Absolutely well done, Shazad. So very proud of what you have achieved!”

Jennifer Netherwood (Headteacher)
“What a fab provision! Every area is well thought out and designed to meet the needs of more complex students facing significant barriers to learning. Students can be nurtured and educated, gaining a deeper understanding of their own needs and the expectations from others. Strong leadership, high standards, amazing opportunities!”

Christian Brown (U Educate Director)
“Shazad and the team are well respected within the AP community. Their model of working is replicated across the country and Shazad openly shares ideas, advice and best practice with his peers to help increase the perception of Alternative Provision as a whole. Shazad had been a huge influence in this nationally”.