Player Ready Mentoring Service
Digital Mentoring for Neurodivergent Young People (Ages 7–25+)
At Player Ready, we provide creative, tech-driven mentoring for children and young people with SEND, EHCPs, anxiety, or long-term absence from school. Our sessions are flexible, interest-led, and emotionally safe — available both online and in-person.
Why Choose Player Ready Mentoring?
- 🎮 Interest-Led Engagement: Sessions use platforms like Minecraft, Roblox, and Unity to build trust and motivation.
- 💻 Skill Development: Digital design, coding, and creative projects develop real-world skills.
- 🧠 Emotional Support: Our trauma-informed mentors build positive relationships over time.
- 🌐 Flexible Delivery: Online 1:1 or small group sessions — plus in-person options where available.
Tailored Support for Diverse Needs
- Learners aged 7–25+ with EHCPs needing EOTAS or Alternative Provision
- Young people experiencing anxiety, PDA, trauma, or sensory needs
- School-refusers or learners out of school for medical/emotional reasons
- Transitioning from PRUs, hospital schools, or awaiting placements
- Post-16 and 19–25+ learners building confidence and life skills
Our Mentoring Approach
- 👥 Consistent 1:1 relationships with trauma-informed mentors
- 📅 Flexible timetables and session frequency tailored to each learner
- 📄 Weekly notes and half-term reports to track progress
- 👨👩👧 Family collaboration: Mentors support families through regular check-ins
- 🔐 Safeguarding-first: All mentors are DBS-checked and follow KCSIE guidelines
Digital Curriculum Pathways
- Minecraft & Roblox Game Design
- Unity, Unreal, and Virtual Engineering Projects
- 3D Modelling, Animation & Digital Art
- Creative Coding & Personal Projects
- Enterprise & Independence Skills
- AQA Unit Award Scheme (optional certification)
Fast Onboarding & Discovery Sessions
- Free discovery sessions to meet mentors and explore fit
- Intro videos or online meet-ups to reduce anxiety
- Custom onboarding plans for learners with complex needs
- Start provision in 5–10 working days of referral (usually)
Get Started Today
We welcome referrals from:
- Local Authority SEND teams
- Schools looking for mentoring as AP or EOTAS
- Parents & carers using personal budgets or direct funding
