ABOUT US
Our approach
We remove the barriers to learning through an individually focused approach in small classes with high tutor to student ratios.
Our classes are taught by industry professionals who create and deliver dynamic, hands on lessons that are both practical and designed specifically to meet the requirements of young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Our unique approach to learning has resulted in transformative outcomes for our students, both in hard skills in their chosen careers, and soft skills that have helped them thrive in life.
We are in constant conversation with our clients and referrers, and look forward to discussing your needs further.
Our HISTORY
The Avalon Project, formerly known as The Silverdale Motorcycle Project, was founded in 1980 by two-time British Motocross champion Vic Allen MBE and Camden Council’s Integrated Youth Support Service. The project was based in a small tenants hall on the Silverdale estate and the project was primarily used as an early intervention and diversion tool for vulnerable young people and youth offenders.
The project has now moved to bigger premises and has expanded the curriculum and broadened our reach, we are a Camden Council project but work with children from all London boroughs.
The Avalon Project has worked with thousands of young people over the last 40 years, offering unique opportunities for those looking for practical skills in motorcycle mechanics.
OUR TEAM
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Rema Patel
Participation & Progression Team Manager
Rema heads up the participation and progression team and is head honcho. -
Neil Monaghan
Head of Centre
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Neil manages all project activities and keeps things driving forward. -
Jack Cox
Lead Course Tutor
Jack was riding and fixing dirt bikes from the age of five. Jack is now passing on all his skills and knowledge to the next generation. -
Aaron Armitage
Tutor
Aaron teaches engineering and construction as well as off-road motorbiking. -
Lee Dennington
Quality Assurance & Exams Officer
Lee is our go to when it comes to quality assurance. Lee is constantly developing and levelling up our programmes. -
Jon Mailliard
Course Tutor & Reparation Lead
Jon is calm, cool and a proper biker. Jon teaches our alternative education programmes as well as leading our reparation scheme.
“My son really struggled in school, it was always a struggle to get him to attend. This has all changed since he started attending The Avalon Project. He has learnt so much about motorbikes and bicycle repair but best of all he now loves cooking and helps out at home.”
- Maria (Parent)