The Alternative Provision Experts
We offer software solutions for collecting and analysing the kinds of non-linear progress made by learners who struggle, but whose achievements deserve to be noticed and celebrated. From attendance and safeguarding to targets and curriculum - LearnTrek software helps you catch learners doing it right!
Our story…
Dr Alexandra Gray
FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR
LearnTrek emerged out of a combination of professional curiosity, a shared desire to do justice to learners whose complex needs make mainstream education unsustainable, and the stubborn determination of those involved.
LearnTrek began life around my kitchen table. An academic researcher and teacher trainer, I was embedded within the senior leadership team at an Independent Special School for children with SEMH at the time.
Leaders at the school, including myself, were frustrated that the information management systems on the market were unhelpful for small settings and for learners whose complex needs require highly bespoke programmes. The team at the school was using a series of spreadsheets and documents to manage safeguarding, attendance, behaviour, social-emotional and academic progress.
School leaders worked with a software development start up over several years to understand the problem and the potential solutions. The outcome is LearnTrek – a system which grew organically, and continues to develop, out of the needs of the settings who use it and the learners it serves.
In 2023 LearnTrek launched a curriculum function where learning outcomes can be tracked flexibly against schemes of work in the smallest possible units of achievement. LearnTrek remains, as far as we know, the only such system available – we are proud of what has been achieved and grateful for the input of colleagues in education and AP in helping us develop this important piece of kit.
Our mission…
At LearnTrek we work with professionals in education to create ways of identifying and measuring progress for learners for whom education has been difficult. We are committed to investing in solutions which will improve outcomes for those whose learning journeys are complicated and disrupted.
Integrity
We are committed to making ethical decisions which are transparent and well-intentioned. We take into account, in our decision making, the need for increased social justice and inclusion.
Collaboration
We value and promote a
professionally curious approach which brings us together with specialists in other disciplines. We look outwards for inspiration, input, and fun!
Passion
We are driven by a strong sense of moral purpose and passion to improve the lives of children and young people. We keep sight, at all times, of the joy and privilege our work entails.
