Looking back on another incredible year 👏🏼

From opening new learning hubs across Greater Manchester to welcoming new team members & celebrating all of the incredible achievements that our learners have accomplished, here are some of our highlights from our 2024/5 year 👇🏼

What does success really look like for young people with SEND?

Fantastic to see our Founder & CEO, Anthony Thompson, featured in the latest edition of @EdTodayMag, sharing his insights on why success in education should be measured by much more than attendance and grades.

📖 Read the full feature here: content.yudu.com/web/69r/0Aiy7k…

#Navigators #SEND #AlternativeProvision #InclusiveEducation #EducationToday

Our Beauty Course learners have been getting creative this month, combining practical nail techniques with Halloween-inspired designs 👻

As part of their recent sessions, learners have been developing their skills in french manicures and full-colour nail polish application.

They have also been learning about the importance of safe and hygienic working practices and attention to detail - creating mood boards, sketching ideas and planning their very own spooky nail sets.

These sessions are a fantastic opportunity for our learners to build confidence, develop their creativity and gain valuable practical skills that would be used within a real-world salon environment.

#Navigators #AlternativeEducation #CreativeLearning #VocationalSkills

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Pat Karney, a dedicated champion of Manchester and its local communities and an avid supporter of Navigators.

Pat's commitment to supporting young people across North Manchester, reflected the values we hold close at Navigators.

His passion for ensuring that young people have access to the support, opportunities and spaces they need to thrive has left a lasting impact on the communities he represented.

Pat attended several Navigators events over the years, and his unwavering dedication to his community, his warmth, and commitment to making a difference will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts are with Pat's family, friends and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him 💛

What makes a great Navigator? 💛

We caught up with Steve and Rachel from our recruitment team to chat about the qualities, skills and ambitions that make someone a fantastic Navigators mentor.

From overcoming challenges and building meaningful relationships to always putting the young person first, being a mentor is all about making a genuine difference in the lives of the young people we support across Greater Manchester.

🎥 Watch the full video to hear from Steve and Rachel about what it takes to be a great Navigator

Interested in joining the Navigators team and making a difference? Get in touch with us at recruitment@navigators.org.uk 📩

How should we measure the success of work experience?

At Navigators, we see firsthand how meaningful experiences can help young people develop confidence & independence, discover careers they may never have considered & begin to visualise what their own future could look like.

For some learners, success might mean completing their first external placement. For another, it could be speaking to an employer or building practical skills.

As the Government’s work experience guarantee develops, we believe accessibility & flexibility must remain at its heart

Every young person is different. A successful work experience system should recognise that and ensure every learner has the opportunity to access an experience that is genuinely meaningful to them.

#AlternativeEducation #WorkExperience #Employability #YoungPeople #SEND

This #NationalInclusionWeek, we’re celebrating our commitment to creating environments where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive.

From ensuring our students have access to opportunities that work for their individual needs, to building an inclusive workplace and working with employers to create accessible, meaningful pathways into the world of work - inclusion runs through every part of Navigators.

It’s about recognising that everyone’s journey is different, listening to individual voices and making sure everyone has the opportunity to reach their potential.

Stay tuned on our social media channels this week for some more insights into our commitment to inclusion 📲

At our recent INSET Day, we were proud to celebrate colleagues who have now completed their @NCFE Certificate in Alternative Provision Education. Since the programme launched last year, 29 members of staff have achieved a recognised professional qualification in AP Education.

We are now preparing to enrol our next cohort of mentors onto the Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications, further strengthening our specialist expertise and ensuring the young people we support receive the highest-quality learning experience and pastoral support.

Congratulations to everyone who has achieved this significant milestone in their Navigators journey - we can't wait to see what's next 💛