New educational project in Emsworth
The important North House site by
Emsworth roundabout has been acquired by the John & Hilary
Pritchard Trust in partnership with Park Community School
(Havant) and Bishop Luffa (Chichester).
The plan is to create Launchpad
Emsworth. This innovative, educational initiative will help
children and young people most at risk of dropping out of
mainstream education by creating tailored opportunities
which empower them to thrive - either back in a school
environment or vocational training.
The first Launchpad based at the
former Lavant House School became operational in 2022.
Positive results were immediately forthcoming, including an
‘Outstanding’ Ofsted report. Building on this educational
model of excellence, Launchpad, Emsworth, aims to bring
children and young people from across Hampshire and West
Sussex to benefit from this intensive support.
North House is a Grade II Listed
building occupying a central position in Emsworth, whose
integrity will be preserved by extensive refurbishment.
Other buildings on this site will be removed and new
eco-friendly rooms sited around a Learning Courtyard and
Real-World Learning Centre will be constructed. These will
be designed within a more natural environment conducive to a
different approach to learning.
The development will be transformed
by Helyer Davies Architects, renowned for its award winning
and bespoke architecture and collaborative approach. It is
anticipated that Launchpad, Emsworth will be operational
from December 2025.
For updates, visit:
www.bishopluffa.org.uk/home/about-us/bishop-luffa-launchpad.
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The News December 23rd
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Monday February 03, 2025