Educational Diversity
Working Together for the Future of Blackpool’s Young People
Who we are
Educational Diversity is Blackpool’s Pupil Referral Unit and Alternative Provision, supporting young people aged 5 to 16 who are unable to access mainstream education due to social, emotional, behavioural or medical needs.
Across our two sites, Pegasus (Bathurst Avenue) and Athena (Whitegate Drive), we provide a safe, nurturing, and ambitious learning environment. Our dedicated team of professionals helps each young person rediscover their confidence, re-engage with learning and prepare for life beyond school.
Our mission is simple:
“To empower every young person to thrive and flourish.”
Why We Need You
Our young people are talented, creative and capable but they often lack the opportunities to experience real-world work and to see what success looks like beyond the classroom.
Local employers play a vital role in helping them:
- See what’s possible through workplace visits, talks, or demonstrations
- Gain hands-on experience through work tasters, placements or volunteering
- Build aspirations by connecting learning to real careers and skills
- Grow in confidence by meeting positive role models who believe in them
When local businesses invest in our young people, they help build a stronger, more skilled, more resilient Blackpool.
Ways to Get Involved
- Host a workplace visit or tour
- Offer a short work placement or job shadowing opportunity
- Come in to deliver a careers talk or skills workshop
- Partner with us on a community or vocational project
- Help us shape our curriculum links to industry needs
Even a small contribution can make a big difference.
Join Us
By working with Educational Diversity, you’ll be empowering young people to see their potential, build their skills and take their next steps with confidence.
Together, we can ensure every child has the chance to thrive and flourish.