For schools, local authorities and referral partners
Alternative education provision
We support learners who need a different route through education, with calm, structured provision shaped around where they are now and what they may want to do next.
Make an enquiry or referralHow to get started
A clear route for schools and local authorities.
Who it is for
Learners with SEND, pupils at risk of exclusion, permanently excluded pupils and young people who need a different route through education.
How to enquire
Schools and local authorities can use the enquiry and referral form to tell us what support is needed.
Next step
Share the learner’s needs and ask about current North West delivery and whether the provision is a suitable fit.
A different starting point
Support for learners who need another way to engage.
SEND learners
Learning can be adapted to the person, with practical activities and steady support.
At risk of exclusion
A purposeful routine can help pupils reconnect before circumstances move further away from school.
Permanently excluded
A different setting can provide space to rebuild engagement and consider a next step.
Our provision is designed to work alongside a learner's Individual Support Plan, and where a learner holds an Education, Health and Care Plan, we align delivery to the outcomes and provision set out in it. As the new Inclusion Base and Individual Support Plan model is introduced, we will align our delivery accordingly.
Vocational and blended learning
Useful learning, with clear structure around it.
Our programmes combine vocational learning with blended approaches, giving learners practical ways to take part and build toward a future option.
Provision can span entry level to Level 3. We are an approved delivery centre for ASDAN and AQA.
Safeguarding-led support
Support is planned with safeguarding, communication and the learner’s wider circumstances in mind.
For partner teams
Schools, local authorities, parents and referral partners can talk to us about a learner’s needs and the right next conversation.
North West coverage
We work with partners across the North West. Ask us about current delivery and whether the provision is a suitable fit.
What families say
A positive place to learn and grow.
“My daughter has attended the alternative provision for only 2 days and I've seen such a huge improvement she's wanted to get up and go with no prompting, she absolutely loves it and is wanting to try the techniques she's learnt on others at home. First time I've seen her smile like this in a long time amazing ☺️”
“My 14-year-old daughter was given the opportunity to complete an 8-week basic hairdressing course. My daughter loved this course and built her confidence so much over the weeks. She looked forward to each Friday. The staff involved made her feel so welcome and helped her along the way. Thank you so much. I'm really hoping another course is available when my youngest comes of age.”
Start a conversation
Tell us what support is needed.
Use the enquiry route for a referral, a question about provision or an initial conversation.