Commissioned by Camden Council, Camden Learning has worked alongside partners and the supplementary sector to co-produce a coordinated support offer.
Partners
- Young People’s Foundation Trust
- Young Camden Foundation
- Camden Safeguarding Children’s Partnership
- Voluntary Action Camden
- Camden Giving
What is Supplementary Learning?
Supplementary learning (also known as out-of-school provision) includes organisations or individuals offering structured learning and enrichment activities outside the school day. SEPs operate across the private, voluntary and faith sectors and include:
- Supplementary schools – curriculum, language, cultural and religious learning (after school or weekends)
- Extracurricular clubs – dance, music, drama and sports
- Open-access youth provision – centre-based and detached youth work
- Tutors and tuition companies – support for mainstream or home-educated learners
- Language schools – provision for children from overseas
- Faith-based settings – religious education and cultural learning
- Uniformed youth organisations – e.g. Scouts and Guides
The Camden Learning SEP Support Offer
The support offer responds to four key areas of need:
- Safeguarding
- Training and Resources
- Funding
- Links with Camden Schools
Core Elements of the Offer
Steering Group
A collaborative forum bringing together SEPs and partners to:
- Co-produce priorities and activity
- Review impact and emerging needs
- Ensure the offer remains relevant and effective
Support Offer Website
A central online hub providing:
- Key updates and guidance
- Access to resources and partner information
Termly Networking Meetings
Themed sessions featuring guest speakers and opportunities to:
- Network with peers
- Share good practice
- Showcase outcomes and impact
DSL Reflection Groups
Confidential sessions for Designated Safeguarding Leads to:
- Reflect on safeguarding concerns
- Access professional reassurance and guidance
- Receive signposting to First Contact and other support services
Training and Professional Development
Camden Learning Training Offer
SEPs can access bespoke training aligned to identified needs.
DfE E-learning
Six short modules (approx. 1 hour total) with a downloadable certificate. Sign up required.
Good Management and Quality Recognition
Camden SEP Support Visits
A three-stage structured visit programme supporting SEPs in schools and community settings.
Good Management Certificate
Annual training and assessment recognising strong governance, safeguarding and leadership across SEPs. Certification enables recognised good practice across Camden.
YPF Trust Quality Mark
Recognises safe, inclusive and high-quality learning environments. Click here for more details./sep
Funding Support
- https://www.camden.gov.uk/voluntary-and-community-sector-in-camden
- https://educationalopportunity.org.uk/
Support for Families and SEND
Children’s Centres and Family Hubs
Support from pregnancy to age 19 (25 for SEND), including:
- Early education and childcare
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Family support and Early Help
- SEND services and advice
SEND Independent Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
Free, confidential and impartial information, advice and support for children, young people, parents and carers.
Safeguarding Requirements for SEPs
All out-of-school providers operating in Camden, including those using school or local authority premises, must comply with Department for Education (DfE) statutory duties and Camden safeguarding arrangements.
- After-school clubs, community activities, and tuition Safeguarding guidance for providers
- Camden Safeguarding Support
- Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) – safeguarding support for voluntary, faith and supplementary settings
All out of school providers operating in Camden must be familiar with how to:
- Report concerns through the Children and Families Contact Service
- Manage Allegations Against Staff or Volunteers by contacting the LADO.
Guidance for Schools Hosting SEPs
Schools allowing SEPs to use their premises must ensure compliance with safeguarding, employment, health and safety and quality assurance requirements.
Schools are encouraged to direct providers to the Camden SEP Support Offer and request safeguarding advisory visits where needed.
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