Management courses provide accredited, award-winning training in the use of de-escalation and basic positive handling strategies for dealing with challenging behaviour. Level One is a 6-hour, one day course in positive behaviour management for those working in low-risk service settings. Training is delivered by experienced instructors and tailored to the specific needs of those taking part.
Welcome
Welcome to The Academy of Central Bedfordshire website and thank you for visiting us.
As a Headteacher I am privileged to lead such a wonderful organisation dedicated to transforming the lives of the young people in our care. I hope our website provides you with valuable insight into our school and the opportunities we offer to our students. Our determination, shared with each member of the staff team at The Academy, is to make the greatest positive difference to our students, not just academically but in every way that will help them be successful in all aspects of their futures.
Mr P Green - Headteacher
Horizon Education provides a virtual tutoring service to young people via our Google Classroom system with live lessons taught by a teacher. Additionally, students who are enrolled in this provision will receive an in-person weekly face-to-face well-being session. The provision is targeted to support those students who are unable to attend their main registered school regularly. For some of these students the virtual provision will provide sole subject teaching, for other students their education package will include the provision of alternative provision managed and quality assured by the Academy.
For more info please fill out a Referral Form
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Career Letter 2025
Dear Parents and Carers,
As your child enters the final stages of Year 11, we understand that planning for life after GCSEs can feel both exciting and overwhelming. This is an important time for students to consider their strengths, interests and long term aspirations as they begin making decisions about further education, training or employment.
Over the coming weeks, students will complete their post-16 applications in school with the support of staff. If you have any questions, please email kablake@acb.beds.sch.uk for Kingsland students and Lday@acb.beds.sch.uk for Stotfold students. Once applications have been submitted, students will need to check their personal emails regularly for interview dates and any further information from sixth forms, colleges or training providers. If you would like your child to put parent/carers emails please let staff know. It is important that they respond promptly to any communication to secure their place. The colleges have made us aware that applications need to be completed before Christmas, as places are limited.
- The Transition Process
Students can apply for a Level 1 course and a Level 2 if they wish. If they pass their GCSEs with a Grade 4 or above, they will be put on the Level 2 course. If students get below a Grade 4, they will be placed on a Level 1 course and have to resit any of their GCSEs that they don’t pass during the first year of College. This will usually mean they will have to attend an extra day at college to be taught the content. When students receive their GCSE results, they will be invited to the college and placed on the right course.
How to help your child transition to the next stage: - Discussing their interests, strengths and future goals
- Attending open events at local colleges, sixth forms, and training providers
- Encourage them to check their emails regularly for interview details
- Talking through the different pathways available, including apprenticeships and vocational courses
National college for motorsports
Milton Keynes & Blethcley College
GAP College - Dunstable Small classes
Oaklands College - St Albans
The Hub Houghton Regis for students who are not ready for mainstream college
How We Will Support Students
- 1:1 guidance interviews with an advisor from Services for Young People
- CV writing, interview preparation and labour market info
- Access to College prospectus and help with applications
- Careers Fair and visiting speakers – local employers/FE Colleges
- GCSE results day support and guidance
Our in-school 1:1 careers, advice and guidance sessions begin in January for 2 weeks, with catch-up days booked in for April. All students will have an allocated timeslot for a meeting
Thank you for your ongoing support at this crucial time. Working together, we can ensure every student moves confidently and successfully into their next phase of education or training.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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CHUMS Workshops
CHUMS Workshops
Our workshops are designed as a starting point for families with children who have low level difficulties. These are one-off 2-hour sessions conducted virtually via Microsoft teams. Please note these workshops do not support moderate/severe difficulties and will not address risky behaviours. (self-harm, suicidal ideations).
Sleep Workshops:
- Teen Sleep – Wednesday 12th November @ 4pm-6pm – (13+ Years – parents also welcome to attend)
One off workshop – explores why sleep is important, what is ‘good’ sleep, sleep hygiene tips and strategies for managing worries at night.
Resiliency Workshops:
- Secondary Resiliency – Wednesday 24th September @ 5pm – 7pm – (For young people aged 12 – 16 years – Parents can also attend) One-off Workshop that Explores the following topics: mental health vs mental health problems, emotional regulation, psychoeducation on anxiety and low mood, strategies for relaxation.
Self Esteem Workshops:
- Teenage Self-esteem Workshop – Monday 12th January @ 4pm – 6pm – (For young people aged 13+, parents are welcome to attend)
One off workshop which equips teenagers with an understanding of self-esteem and tools to build confidence through thought challenging, relaxation and activities to celebrate strengths and successes. Workshop also offers parental tips for building self-esteem in adolescence.
Exam Stress Workshops:
(For young people aged 12+ and parents)
One off workshop which equips teenagers with an understanding of exam stress, strategies for managing exam stress, revision tips and self-care. The workshop also offers parental tips for supporting their adolescent’s exam stress.
Tuesday 9th December @ 4pm – 6pm
Thursday 4th December @4pm – 6pm
Mental Health and Stigma Workshops:
(Young people aged 12+, Parents are welcome to attend)
One off workshop for young people focusing on mental health awareness and stigma. Follows a range of topics including Puberty, Male Mental Health, LGBTQ+, Ethnicity and social media.
Thursday 12th February @ 4pm – 6pm