Edge Academy

The Edge Academy is a specialist year-long programme for young adults looking to build their learning, independence and responsibility in a higher-level context. Participants will gain advanced SQA awards, supported by personalised, real-world learning.

Participants engage in deeper skill development, reflective practice and leadership-focused experiences that strengthen confidence, capability and independence.

This is a 1-year programme taking place Monday to Thursday (30 hours per week over 4 days) for 48 weeks each year.

Next intakes: July 2026 - Full | January 2027 - Referrals Open

Edge Academy: Skills for Life, Learning & Work

Practical Cookery
Sport, Health & Wellbeing
Employability: Workplace Preparation & Volunteering
Leadership & Enterprise

SQA Accredited Pathways

We offer structured programmes where participants gain SQA-accredited qualifications as part of their individual journey to independence. As an approved SQA centre, our experienced practitioners provide the support young adults need to build confidence, develop independence and gain meaningful real-world skills.

Who is eligible for Edge Academy?

All Edge Academy participants must;

Be a young adult under the age of 35 years old
Have one or more of the following:
- a learning disability
- be autistic
- other additional support needs (ASN)Be able to communicate verbally
Be self-ambulatory
Be willing to take part in outdoor activities
Be able to understand and follow safety instructions
Be able to attend to their own personal care and take their own medication

Have an appointed person who will communicate digitally with Edge Group Scotland’s Day Services Team
Be able to work in a group in a group environment

Be able to manage apps and communicate via mobile phone and iPad*
Involved in their own plan and want to plan their individual future
Be able to travel to and from Edge HQ in Musselburgh on timetabled days (3 days per week)
Be eligible for funding through their local social work department

*iPads supplied by Edge