Welcome to Avenue Centre for Education - A.C.E

The Avenue Centre for Education (ACE) provides a wide range of services to secondary age students for and on behalf of the local authority and all Luton’s secondary schools.

We are fully open to all students and are accepting new referrals from Luton schools across all our service strands.

Welcome

Welcome to The Avenue Centre for Education.

As Headteacher, I am proud to lead a school dedicated to transforming young lives. Our website offers a glimpse into the opportunities we provide, supporting students not only academically but in every aspect of their futures.

We are committed to creating a caring, nurturing environment where young people can learn, mature and thrive. We would be delighted to welcome you to visit and see the Avenue Centre in action.

Jeremy Dodd

Headteacher

Our Vision

  • A centre of excellence in alternative provision
  • Academic & vocational pathways for KS3 students
  • Short stay & outreach support for mainstream reintegration
  • Holistic development in a safe, inclusive environment

OUR TEAM

  • Highly trained experts in SEND & trauma-informed practice
  • Delivery of impactful academic interventions
  • Focused on meaningful, long-term student outcomes

OUR PROVISION

  • Nurture-based KS3 curriculum with academic & vocational options
  • Supports transition to mainstream or specialist settings
  • Personalised learning and developmental support

SPECIALIST SUPPORT

  • On-site professionals: EP, EWO, CAMHS, SALT, Counsellor, Social Worker
  • Targeted emotional, social & academic intervention
  • Structured strategies for long-term success

OUR COMMUNITY

  • Embedded in the local community
  • Welcoming environment with diverse experiences
  • Visitors & partnerships enrich student learning

OUR IMPACT

  • Outreach team delivers small-group & 1:1 interventions in mainstream schools
  • Focus on re-engagement, resilience, and improved outcomes
  • Students leave empowered to thrive

students

At Avenues Centre for Education (ACE), our students are the heart of our community, making ACE a great place to learn.

parents

Parents and carers are key partners in our success. Your support helps every student at ACE reach their full potential.

staff

Our dedicated staff make ACE what it is. Their care and commitment ensure every student receives the support they need to succeed.

governors

Our Governors play an essential role in guiding ACE with vision and leadership, helping us provide the very best for our students.

Services

The ACE Referral process is an online portal that can be accessed below. As part of the security measures, only nominated school staff

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