Enrol a Student

At Open Road, we are committed to helping young people overcome obstacles that prevent them accessing education, whatever the reason.

What we do makes a difference. We guide our students to help them achieve qualifications and foster an environment which allows for personal growth and self-esteem.

The young people who attend Open Road learn skills in a hands on environment working with other students. With continued support from our dedicated instructors, Open Road is a safe space for young people to develop personal and social skills whilst striving toward a vocational qualification. We help our students make positive choices and build their own path to a different future.

Instructor teaching students about car repair.
Two women smiling while handling bricks.

Why Open Road Matters

Across the UK, school absenteeism and youth disengagement are reaching crisis levels — with 1 in 5 students persistently absent and 1 in 7 young people now classed as NEET. Many students struggle due to mental health issues, lack of engagement, or feeling unsupported in traditional settings.

Open Road West Norfolk partners with schools and educational commissioners to provide an additional layer of support. Our hands-on, personalised approach helps students re-engage with learning, gain valuable skills, and find a path forward, working hand-in-hand with the educational system to address these complex issues together.

Two women happily discussing work with paintbrush.

Next Steps

Students learning vehicle repair in workshop

Details for Parents & Carers

When a young person is struggling in school, the impact reaches far beyond the classroom—it affects the whole family. we’re here to help you find the support you need.

Person assembling machinery with cordless drill in workshop.

Details for Commissioners

Open Road partners with schools and educational commissioners to provide an additional layer of support. Our hands-on, personalised approach helps students re-engage with learning whilst finding a path forward, working hand-in-hand with the educational system to address these complex issues together.

Schedule a Visit

We welcome prospective students, parents, commissioners, and supporters to visit our site and experience Open Road West Norfolk in person. Request a convenient time to meet our team, explore our facilities, and see our programmes in action.