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OPENSPACE ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION
A different kind of education.
A calm, flexible learning and support centre for children, young people and families in Waterlooville.
Small groups · Flexible learning · Specialist support · Real community
What is OpenSpace?
OpenSpace is a flexible education and community centre designed around the individual learner. We provide small-group education, alternative provision, specialist SEN support, enrichment activities, and spaces for families to connect. Whether your child is home-educated, flexi-schooled, accessing EOTAS, needs a smaller learning environment, or simply wants somewhere they can learn and thrive — there is a space for them here.
Take a look around OpenSpace
Our SEN & Family Day
OpenAccess Thursdays
Flexible, free-flow learning for neurodivergent minds & active explorers. Free-flow between woodwork, Minecraft, LEGO, cooking, arts & more in 2-hour blocks — with ELSA-trained staff on hand.
Find Your Space
Four ways to learn & grow with us
Education & Learning
Home education, KS1–KS3 and GCSE learning, small-group teaching and 1:1 tuition.
Explore LearningAlternative Provision & EOTAS
Flexible education for children who need something different from mainstream school.
Explore EOTASSEN & Specialist Support
OpenAccess, specialist tuition, therapies and support for neurodivergent learners.
Explore SupportBeyond the Bell
After-school clubs, music, gaming, STEM, creative activities and social opportunities.
Explore ActivitiesWhat are you looking for today?
Follow the path that fits your family.
My child needs regular education
My child struggles in mainstream school
My child needs SEN / specialist support
We're looking for clubs and activities
I want somewhere to go with my child
Life at OpenSpace
📅 Today — Tuesday 6 October
What's On Today
Why families choose OpenSpace
OpenSpace is for children who thrive outside a traditional classroom environment. We provide the community, the expert support, and the flexibility that standard schooling often misses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about OpenSpace.