Wot Wud U Do Educational Services CIC is a creative and therapeutic learning provision based in Preston.
We support children and young people who struggle to engage with education, helping them rebuild confidence, manage emotions, and re-engage with learning through art, mentoring, and emotional literacy.
To create a space where every young person feels safe, valued, and understood, and can rediscover the joy of learning in their own way.
Many of the children and teenagers we work with have faced challenges such as anxiety, school avoidance, or social and emotional difficulties. Traditional classroom environments can often feel overwhelming so we create something different: a safe, calm, and inspiring space where learning happens through experience, expression, and connection.
Our work is guided by the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) framework, which supports young people to:
Build trust and emotional safety through positive relationships
Encourage creative exploration through art, storytelling, and practical projects
Develop emotional awareness using the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) framework
Reconnect learning to real life through hands-on, purposeful activities
Strengthen self-belief, communication, and problem-solving skills
Research shows that developing these skills improves wellbeing, mental health, and learning outcomes, especially for those who have struggled in traditional education.
At Wot Wud U Do, our values guide everything we do, from the way we run our sessions to the way we co-create with young people.
They reflect our belief that creativity, empathy, and lived experience can transform how young people learn, connect, and grow.
We use art, storytelling, and reflection to help young people express themselves, build confidence, and discover new ways to learn.
Our team and young people use their real-life experiences to co-create educational resources and learning tools that enhances relatability
Our sessions build trust, respect, and cooperation, helping young people to work together and value different perspectives.
We encourage mistakes and give students the opportunity to fail safely, focusing on building their resilience, self-awareness, and confidence
We support students to share their thoughts and feelings clearly, listen to others, and communicate confidently in both creative activities and everyday life.
We encourage young people to think creatively, make decisions, and overcome challenges, building practical skills they can use in school, work, and life.
Our team includes creative practitioners, youth mentors, and educators, with lived experience of the challenges young people face. All staff are DBS-checked, trauma-informed, and trained in safeguarding, ensuring every student feels safe and supported.
We are proud to meet all Lancashire County Council Quality Assurance Standards and to be officially recognised as an Alternative Education Provider. This recognition reflects our commitment to high-quality, inclusive education that changes lives.