At Legacy Youth Academy, we believe that education is about far more than exams or qualifications alone. Our curriculum is carefully designed to support the whole young person, balancing academic study with personal development, physical wellbeing, and opportunities to build essential life skills.
We work with disengaged and at-risk students who need something different to thrive. Through our tailored curriculum, we help young people rebuild trust in education, develop resilience, and start believing in their own abilities.
Our programme runs Monday to Friday, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, with a daily timetable that combines:
This predictable, stable routine helps students settle, engage, and start to take ownership of their own progress.
Our structured day runs Monday to Friday, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, striking a balance between education, physical activity, and personal development.
Alongside formal learning, our team provides consistent one-to-one mentoring throughout the day. This is built into how we interact with students — guiding behaviour, modelling respectful communication, and helping each young person work through personal challenges.
Our approach is informed by experience in mental health, care, and trauma-aware practice. We focus on:
Each afternoon, students take part in structured martial arts sessions, covering:
Martial arts are a cornerstone of our curriculum because they teach far more than physical skills. Through regular training, students learn discipline, respect, teamwork, and perseverance. It provides a healthy outlet for energy and emotion, while also helping them set and achieve personal goals.
Learning does not stop at the classroom or the mats. We arrange off-site trips and enrichment activities that give students wider life experiences and help them see beyond their immediate environment. Visits include:
These experiences help develop social skills, curiosity, and a sense of belonging in the broader community.
We recognise that every young person is different. Some arrive with significant gaps in learning or complex emotional needs, others with a lack of trust in adults or education systems.
That is why our curriculum is designed to be flexible and responsive, with staff ready to adapt daily plans to meet the needs of each student. Whether this means adjusting academic work to a suitable level, taking time out for restorative conversations, or offering extra encouragement on the mats, we are focused on what helps the individual move forward.
While immediate progress might look different for every student — improved attendance, managing emotions more effectively, engaging in learning, achieving functional skills — our ultimate aim is always the same:
If you would like to learn more about our curriculum, daily routines, or how we tailor learning to individual students, we would be happy to talk. Please get in touch to discuss your needs or arrange a visit.
