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Two ways to work

One school they love.
Two ways to learn.

At Shine, every child comes to school and learns in a small, supported group. The only choice is how they like to work — with books, or on a laptop. Both happen right here with us, in person.

We're a school you come to — not an online school

Whichever way your child works, they're here with us every day: in a small group, surrounded by friends, with real people helping them, encouraging them and keeping them on track.

Working in books at Shine Academy
Way One · Books

Hands-on learning, the classic way

For children who love the feel of a book and a pen. Your child works through a complete, structured curriculum the traditional, screen-free way — taught and guided by us in a small group, at a pace that suits them.

  • A full, structured curriculum covering all the core subjects.
  • Pen-and-paper, screen-free learning — tactile and focused.
  • Taught and guided in person by teachers who know your child.
  • Lovely for concentration and children who prefer the familiar.
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Working on a laptop at Shine Academy
Way Two · Laptops

Modern learning on a laptop

For children who thrive with technology. Your child works through interactive, engaging digital lessons on a laptop — right here at school, at their own pace. And we're right beside them: helping when they're stuck, keeping them on track, and overseeing every test.

Think of us as the supportive grown-up in the room — turning screen-based learning into something social, structured and properly supervised, never solo learning at home.

  • Interactive digital lessons that keep learning engaging.
  • Works at their own pace, with us guiding and explaining.
  • Tests are overseen by us, so you can trust the work is truly theirs.
  • All the perks of tech — in a supervised, social classroom.
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Whichever way they work

The Shine bits stay exactly the same

Books or laptops, the heart of the day is identical — and it's the part parents fall in love with.

They come to school

In person, every day, in a calm and caring space — never learning alone at home.

Small groups

Grouped by stage, kept small so every child gets real, individual attention.

Real support

One-on-one help woven into every day, for children who need a little extra.

All the fun

Outings, sport, creative arts and fun days — for every child, both ways.

Not sure which fits?

A quick way to think about it

Both happen in the same warm, small-group classroom. The difference is simply how your child likes to work.

Books suit your child if…

They like pen and paper, focus better away from screens, or simply love the familiar feel of working in a book.

Laptops suit your child if…

They love technology, enjoy interactive lessons, and do their best learning working through things on a screen.

Still unsure? That's exactly what a quick chat is for — we'll help you find the right fit.

Woven through both ways

Real support for children who learn differently

This isn't a bolt-on. Extra help is part of how every day is designed — because small groups make genuine, individual support possible without ever singling a child out.

Individual attention daily

With small groups, our team can give focused, one-on-one help as a normal part of every day.

Adapted to how they learn

We adjust explanations, materials and pace to match each child — visual, hands-on, step-by-step, whatever works.

Patience and encouragement

Children who find things hard need to feel safe to try, stumble and try again. We give them exactly that space.

Gentle, steady progress

We break learning into achievable steps, so children build momentum and confidence win by win.

Honest parent feedback

You'll always know how your child is doing, what we're working on, and how you can help at home.

No labels, no spotlight

Support is simply part of the day. Children get the help they need without ever feeling 'different'.

Not sure which way fits your child? Let's talk it through

Every child is different. Message us and we'll help you find the right way of working, the right group and the right support — no pressure, just helpful advice.

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