Honouring history, redefining futures: OMG EIS at the Henry Raine School building

OMG Education Independent School (OMG EIS) delivers its specialist Post‑16 provision from the historic Henry Raine School building in Bethnal Green, creating a powerful link between a centuries‑old commitment to social justice and a modern, trauma‑informed approach to education. Founded in 1719 by philanthropist Henry Raine to provide life‑changing education for children excluded from opportunity, the original charity school was built on the belief that every young life deserves a fair chance.

Today, OMG EIS continues that legacy in the very same building, working with young people who have often been left behind by mainstream systems due to autism, speech and language needs, social communication differences or complex life experiences. The Raine site offers a calm, highly structured Post‑16 environment with small groups, high staffing ratios and a strong focus on relationships, safety and belonging.

Learners follow a carefully adapted curriculum, including the Equals curriculum, with pathways that prioritise functional skills, communication, independence and preparation for adulthood. Alongside this, OMG EIS uses the MAPP (Mapping and Assessing Personal Progress) framework so that each young person is assessed against their own starting points, rather than compared to peers, and small but significant steps in progress are clearly recognised and celebrated.

Dedicated on‑site therapeutic input, including speech and language therapy, supports students to build their voice, self‑advocacy and confidence in real‑life contexts. By combining the heritage of the Henry Raine School with a contemporary, specialist provision, OMG EIS has created a setting where history, community and ambitious SEND education come together to transform futures for young adults.