How it can help
They run bespoke courses tailored to the individual's needs. They support young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
They deliver the following vocational courses:
- Bricklaying
- Carpentry
- Painting and Decorating
- Basic plumbing and electrics
- Hair and Beauty
- Motor Vehicle maintenance
They also offer Maths and English.
Students have the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications in various subjects. They also support with gaining employment, further education and life skills.
Age
14 to 20
Eligibility
A pupil is eligible for alternative provision if they:
- have been permanently excluded
- are unable to attend school because of illness for 15 days or more, and the school is unable to provide suitable education during that time
- need off-site provision to improve their behaviour
- have an Education, Health and Care Plan and the Local Authority considers that it would be inappropriate for the child’s needs to be delivered in a school setting
- have an Education, Health and Care Plan and are awaiting a suitable school placement
How to access
The local council or your child’s school will arrange alternative provision.
If your child is being placed in alternative education by Essex County Council, the provider must be approved and included on the Individual Packages of Education (IPES) framework. This provider has been successful in meeting the required standard and is approved to provide IPES support in Essex.