New Roots Care & Education
Nurturing Potential, Inspiring Futures
01623 740060
Our Ethos
Nurture
Creating a safe, supportive environment where every learner feels valued.
Engage
Inspiring curiosity through meaningful, practical learning experiences.
Empower
Building confidence, independence and skills for the future.
Our Holistic Approach
At New Roots Care & Education, we recognise that every learner has unique strengths, needs and aspirations. Our approach combines personalised education, practical learning and wellbeing support to help children and young people develop academically, socially and emotionally.
Alongside English, Maths and wider curriculum learning, pupils benefit from meaningful experiences that encourage confidence, communication, independence and positive relationships.
Our approach brings together:
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Personalised Education – learning adapted to individual needs, abilities and goals.
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SEMH & Wellbeing – supporting emotional regulation, resilience and positive relationships.
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Animal-Assisted Learning – developing responsibility, empathy and practical life skills.
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Outdoor Learning – building confidence, teamwork and independence through real-world experiences.
Our aim is to help every learner re-engage with education, recognise their achievements and develop the skills needed for their next steps.
Who We Are
At New Roots Care & Education (NRCE), we believe every child and young person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and achieve in an environment where they feel safe, valued and supported.
Based within a working farm environment in Shirebrook, Derbyshire, we provide a nurturing alternative to traditional classroom learning, supporting pupils with special educational needs, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties, and barriers to education.
Our approach combines personalised education, practical activities, animal care and outdoor learning to help pupils rebuild confidence, develop essential skills and rediscover their enthusiasm for learning.
At New Roots, learning goes beyond the classroom — creating opportunities to grow in confidence, build positive relationships and achieve meaningful progress.
Our Setting
Our unique farm-based environment provides a welcoming and engaging space where learning extends beyond the traditional classroom.
Set amongst green spaces, countryside and woodland, New Roots offers opportunities for pupils to learn through meaningful, hands-on experiences.
Our facilities and learning environment include:
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Animal Care & Interaction – developing empathy, responsibility and confidence through supervised animal activities.
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Outdoor Learning – exploring nature, gardening and developing an understanding of the environment.
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Practical Learning Spaces – supporting creative projects, teamwork and everyday life skills.
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Wellbeing Areas – providing opportunities for reflection, emotional regulation and positive social interaction.
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Every part of our environment offers opportunities to support learning, independence and personal development.
Our Mission
To provide a safe, inclusive and inspiring learning environment where children and young people can overcome barriers to education, develop confidence and independence, and achieve their individual potential through personalised learning and meaningful experiences.
Our Team
Our dedicated team brings together education, pastoral support and practical learning experience to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment.
We work closely with pupils, families, schools and other professionals to provide consistent support tailored to each learner's individual needs.
Our staff undertake relevant safeguarding training and professional development to support pupils' educational, social and emotional wellbeing.
Together, we aim to build positive relationships, celebrate individual achievements and help every learner feel valued, supported and encouraged to succeed.
