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LAs must offer suitable education at school, or otherwise, for pupils of compulsory school age who cannot attend a mainstream or special school. This out-of-school education is often referred to as alternative provision. This should be based on the needs of the child and may be provided through a variety of routes, such as pupil referral units (PRUs), FE colleges or voluntary or private sector projects.
Where to find information about alternative provision
TeacherNet is the home of information about alternative provision. The alternative provision section covers:
- general information about alternative provision and PRUs
- the latest guidance and legislation with regard to alternative provision and PRUs
- information about the current strategy to modernise alternative provision, Back on Track, launched May 2008.
New guidance on commissioning alternative provision
New guidance, Commissioning alternative provision: Guidance for local authorities and schools is now available. This replaces the document Commissioning, monitoring and quality-assuring alternative provision. Visit TeacherNet to see all guidance and legislation relating to alternative provision and PRUs.
Database of alternative provision in England
The national database of alternative provision, available on TeacherNet, is an online directory of all alternative provision in England.
Named officers in LAs responsible for alternative provision
The White Paper, Back on Track, said that there should be a named officer or officers in each LA who would be responsible for overseeing alternative provision and ensuring it meets young people's needs. Read the specifications for the role of named officer.
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Last updated on 09/11/2009
