About Quercus Alternative Provision
Supporting primary-aged children to overcome barriers, rebuild confidence and rediscover a love of learning.
About Quercus Alternative Provision
Supporting primary-aged children to overcome barriers, rebuild confidence and rediscover a love of learning.
OUR STORY
Why We Founded Quercus
We founded Quercus Alternative Provision after decades of experience supporting children in Buckinghamshire schools.
Throughout our careers, we saw first-hand the challenges faced by children who struggled to engage with mainstream education, as well as the difficulties schools and families encountered when seeking the right support.
We created Quercus to provide a nurturing, personalised environment where children feel understood, valued and capable of success. Through strong relationships, creative learning and a focus on wellbeing, we help children rebuild confidence, overcome barriers and rediscover a love of learning.
LEADERSHIP & EXPERIENCE
Experienced Educational Leaders
Qualified Teachers • School Leaders • Early Years Specialists
With over 40 years of combined experience in Buckinghamshire schools, we bring extensive knowledge of education, leadership and child development.
Our careers have included roles such as Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher and Head of Early Years. Through these experiences, we have developed a strong understanding of the needs of children who require additional support to engage with learning and achieve success.
At Quercus, we use this experience to provide a nurturing, personalised environment where children can build confidence, overcome barriers and flourish both academically and emotionally.
Caroline Baughan
Director
- Qualified Teacher
- Headteacher
- Early Years Specialist
- 20+ Years in Educaton
- Safeguarding Lead
Victoria Haydon
Director
- Qualified Teacher
- Deputy Headteacher
- Assistant Headteacher
- 20+ Years in Educaton
- Early Years Specialist
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Learning Beyond the Classroom
We believe some of the most powerful learning happens beyond the traditional classroom.
Through outdoor learning, creative experiences and practical activities, children are encouraged to explore, discover and grow in confidence. These opportunities help develop resilience, improve wellbeing and create positive connections with learning.
By providing a calm and nurturing environment, we support children to rediscover their strengths, overcome barriers and flourish both academically and emotionally.
HOW OUR PROVISION WORKS
Morning Sessions
9:00am – 12:00pm
Afternooon Sessions
12:30pm – 3:30pm
Maximum 6 Children
Per Session
Up To
15 Hours Per Week
Individualised Support
Small Group Environment
WHY QUERCUS
Meeting a Growing Need
Many primary-aged children require an educational environment that looks different from mainstream school. Anxiety, social, emotional and behavioural needs, trauma or other challenges can prevent children from accessing learning successfully.
Quercus exists to remove those barriers through creativity, nurture and personalised support.
funding options
Local Authority Referrals
Funding arranged through local authority services.
School Referrals
Including EHCP and Section 19 funded placements.
Parent Funded Places
Private placements considered through the admissions process.
We will discuss funding in more detail as part of our referrals and admissions process when we will explore fully if we are able to meet the needs of a child.
We'd love to talk!
If you’d like to learn more about Quercus or discuss a potential placement, we’d be delighted to hear from you.