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Pupils
90
Number of pupils
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What the school says
At The Learning Circle, we offer a child-led, non-coercive approach free from external pressure, testing, and standardised assessment. We prioritise wellbeing, autonomy and intrinsic motivation, creating an environment where learning unfolds naturally and meaningfully. Children explore their interests, follow curiosity and learn at their own pace, leading to deep, lasting understanding. Without fear of failure or comparison, learning becomes joyful and self-directed. We see rapid progress when intrinsic motivation is reawakened, with gaps closing quickly in a safe, supportive setting. Alongside academics, we nurture resilience, autonomy, emotional literacy and creativity—foundations for lifelong learning.
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The Birchcliffe Centre Hebden Bridge West Yorkshire HX7 8DG Get directions
School data & informationThe Learning CircleThe Birchcliffe Centre, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX7 8DG
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SEN overview
The Learning Circle is a mainstream school. The school may provide support for students with special educational needs as detailed below. If you require more information on conditions the school can support, we encourage you to contact the school directly.
SEN statement
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Self-directed education particularly suits children who do not fit the mainstream mould. In our community, a child may learn things in an entirely different order to school. By not comparing them to their peers, we can allow their diversity to flourish and their strengths to be appreciated. This is very different to an approach which focuses on how children can ‘catch-up’ or learn to fit in. By celebrating each individual for who they are, democratic education allows them to learn to manage their differences and to create learning environments which work for them as individuals.
Updated Oct 2025
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