Join our Waitlist

We’re now opening our waitlist for families interested in joining our learning community from September 2026.

Places are available for both the primary and secondary age groups, attending either:

• 1 day per week

• or 2 days per week

Sessions run 10am–3pm in a small, supportive learning environment centred around creativity, wellbeing and project-based learning.

What your child receives

✓ Up to 2 days each week in a small, supportive learning community

✓ Maximum of 8 children per group, allowing every child to be known, heard and valued

✓ Personalised learning opportunities built around interests, strengths and individual needs

✓ Time and space to build confidence, friendships and a sense of belonging

✓ A calm environment where children can feel safe, regulated and ready to engage

✓ Outdoor learning experiences, including regular forest school sessions

✓ Opportunities to develop practical life skills, independence and resilience

✓ Access to a range of local spaces, projects and community-based learning opportunities

✓ Supportive adults who take time to build positive relationships with each child

✓ A flexible approach that recognises every child learns differently and at their own pace

✓ A focus on wellbeing, confidence and engagement alongside learning

Fees

We aim to keep Wayfinders’ Outpost as accessible as possible while maintaining the small group sizes and high level of support that make the space so unique.

Sessions will run from 10am–3pm, with options for:

• 1 day per week

• 2 days per week at a discounted rate

Current fees are expected to be:

• £35 per day for parent-funded places

• Reduced rates available for families booking 2 consistent days per week

Accessibility & Support

We believe alternative education should not only be available to those who can easily afford it.

If you are interested in a place but feel finances may be a barrier, please still get in touch. We may be able to offer support, flexible arrangements or subsidised spaces where possible.

We are also currently registering as an Ofsted childcare provider, which we hope will allow some families to reduce costs through eligible childcare support schemes and funding options.

Local Authority Funded Places

The fees above apply to parent-funded placements.

For Local Authority funded placements, an additional 30% applies due to the increased administrative and statutory requirements involved, including:

• Progress reports and documentation

• Review meetings

• Multi-agency communication

• Funding compliance and monitoring requirements

Local Authorities are invoiced on a termly basis with 30-day payment terms.

Our Process

1. Join the Waitlist
Complete our short application form to tell us a little about your child and what you’re looking for.

2. Introductory Call
We’ll arrange a relaxed conversation to answer questions and get to know your child’s interests, needs and personality.

3. Visit & Trial Days
Families on the waitlist will be invited to summer open days and optional trial sessions to experience the space.

4. Space Offers
As spaces become available, we’ll contact families directly to confirm placements.

A Small Community by Design

To protect the atmosphere and quality of the space, numbers are intentionally limited to:

• 8 Primary spaces

• 8 Secondary spaces