How it can help
They offer bespoke packages to children and young people who are struggling to attend school.
They have a team of specialist teachers and education mentors. They can offer support to young people in their homes, out in the community or within schools.
They help students to develop strategies to regulate their emotions. They also tailor the curriculum to their interests.
They run group sessions which include animal school, forest school and a creative arts group. they also offer trips in the community to support with social communication.
They offer Arts Awards, ASDAN and functional skills.
Age
5 to 25 with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
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.