Welcome to Wildflower Meadows

A nurturing alternative provision in West Berkshire for children aged 6 to 16.

At Wildflower Meadows, we offer a calm, nature-based setting for children who need something different. Some join us because they feel overwhelmed or disengaged in traditional settings. Others come because they flourish in hands-on, child-led environments. Whatever the reason, all are welcomed with care, curiosity, and respect.

We support children who experience anxiety, trauma, sensory processing differences, school-based distress, or emotional-based school avoidance (EBSA). Our provision is also ideal for those who are home educated and need a setting that values wellbeing, freedom, and connection.

What We Offer

Our provision runs Monday to Friday, term time only, and includes:

  • Outdoor and Nature-Based Learning
    Daily time in nature to support regulation, confidence, and connection.

  • Creative and Sensory Play
    Hands-on experiences that support expression, calm, and joy.

  • Emotional and Social Support
    A therapeutic approach built on relationships, trust, and safety.

  • Practical Life Skills
    Activities such as gardening, cooking, crafts, and teamwork that support real-world learning.

Who Can Attend

Wildflower Meadows offers places for children aged 6 to 16. We accept referrals for:

  • Children who are on roll at school but struggling to attend — placements must be referred and funded by their school or local authority.

  • Children who are home educated and not currently on roll at any school — very limited self-funded places may be available in these cases. Please contact us directly to discuss eligibility.

Please note: We do not accept referrals for children under the age of 6, and we are not a registered school or provide any education.

How to Join

All placements require a completed referral form — either from a parent/carer (for home educated children only) or from a school or local authority (for children on roll or with EHCPs). This helps us understand your child’s needs and determine whether Wildflower Meadows is a suitable place.