Staff in alternative provisions have expertise in neurodevelopmental conditions, enabling them to provide targeted strategies and interventions.

Senior leaders are not tied up managing complex needs, allowing them to focus on whole-school priorities.

By providing the right support early on, alternative provisions can help reduce referrals to mental health services.

Alternative provisions offer a flexible and individualised curriculum that supports each child’s learning style.

With children receiving targeted support in a suitable setting, mainstream classrooms experience fewer disruptions.

Children who receive appropriate support in primary school are more likely to remain engaged with education as they progress.