ALIGN is the Alternative Learning Initiative Group network. We are the voice of unregistered AP in the UK, representing small providers who support CYP.align-ed.ukJoined July 2024
With the DfE pushing for digitised ISP's, the days of casual communication between schools and APs are over. To secure funding and credibility, systematic student tracking is now a must-have.
Read our latest blog to find out how to future-proof your AP:
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Our very own Leanne Jaques published a fantastic blog about Mainstream inclusion for PDA Learners. Here's just a snippet of the contact given inside their piece.
Clink here for the actual blog if you want to read more: align-ed.uk/what-will-main…
📢 Last month, DfE published the Reforms to the schools and SEND systems in England. 📢
ALIGN has produced a statement in response to the new reforms, let us know what you think of the changes to Schools and SEND systems int he comments below.
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New Blog Alert!
Can short-term AP truly lead to successful school reintegration? Explore the challenges of the government’s non-school AP reforms and the "keys to success" for vulnerable learners.
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📢 Job Listings in Alternative Provision! 📢
At ALIGN we have collected a selection of job listings for those wanting to/working in Alternative Provision.
These listings are for jobs ending their search in February and March.
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After a fantastic session with David Curtis (DfE), we’re keeping the momentum going!
We are thrilled to announce two upcoming dates for our 2026 event series:
23rd April 2026
9th July 2026
#alternativeprovision#SEND#nationalstandards
We have put together the main takeaways from that event to share with those who couldn't make it or those who want to know what sort of things to expect when we host our next events! #AlternativeProvision
Meeting Notes: align-ed.uk/wp-content/upl…
🚩 Education Providers: Is your SAM Liability cover actually missing? Many insurers are quietly removing this from standard policies. Read why this "quiet crisis" is stalling contracts and how to fix it: align-ed.uk/sam-liability-…
We are back with a packed newsletter for the beginning of the year!
Including details about our own ALIGN "Part Time Provision in Non-School Alternative Provision" Online Event (Post to come!)
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The DfE's new Non-school AP Standards Framework is here, and while the sector is positive about clear expectations, the mandatory 12-week limit on placements is causing deep alarm. Read our blog to find out why this could damage our children's education.
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📢 Calling ALIGN members!
The DfE has agreed to meet with ALIGN stakeholders on 11th December and to take questions about the new National Standards framework and their Response to Consultation. We want to be sure that we have questions from as many interested parties as we can
ALIGN Responds to DfE National Standards for Alternative Provision
The proposed rigidity around time-limited placements (12 weeks/2 days a week) is already causing significant operational and student welfare concerns across the sector.
Our Response: align-ed.uk/alternative-pr…
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