Changing the landscape of Alternative Provision.
Supporting the whole Alternative Provision community to raise standards, strengthen practice and create better outcomes for children and young people.
Three specialist strands. One shared mission. Better Alternative Provision.
Provisions Plus+
Our Alternative Provision specialist and consultancy service supports providers to achieve, evidence and maintain high standards. Through quality assurance, accreditation, compliance support, professional development and sector specific resources, we help provisions strengthen their practice and improve outcomes for children and young people.
ExploreITCPP+ in the Community
Our community strand works directly with children, young people and families through personalised educational support, tutoring, advocacy and community based opportunities. We help families understand their options, access the right support and create positive educational pathways built around each child.
ExploreA+Agency+
Our specialist Alternative Provision recruitment service connects providers with skilled, trained and value led professionals who understand the sector. From flexible cover to long term recruitment, we help providers build stronger teams while supporting practitioners to develop rewarding careers in Alternative Provision.
ExploreWe've worked across Alternative Provision.
We've faced it's challenges, understood it's pressures and seen what makes it work.
That experience shapes everything we do.
Provisions Plus+ exists to strengthen Alternative Provision at every level.
We support the providers delivering vital services, the children and families navigating their educational journeys and the dedicated workforce making a difference every day.
Through quality assurance, specialist guidance, education, community support and AP focused recruitment, our three connected strands bring the sector together, raising standards, strengthening practice and creating better opportunities and outcomes for children and young people.
We know Alternative Provision because we have worked across it. We understand it's challenges, recognise it's potential and know that, when it is done right, AP can be truly transformational. That belief and experience drives everything we do.
Driving standards. Creating opportunities. Building the AP sector.
National Network
Alternative Provision services and recommended suppliers from across the UK, all connected through one trusted national network.
AQA and Open Awards Partner
Recognised accreditation pathways
Independent AP Framework
Connecting commissioners and quality-assured provision
25+ Years
Combined Alternative Provision experience
Accreditation
The UK's only AP specific accreditation routes for evidencing quality and health and safety standards.
How can we help?
I run an Alternative Provision or would like to set one up
Take me to PP+
I'm a school, commissioner or local authority
Find quality-assured Alternative Provision
I'm a parent or carer
Explore PP+ in the Community
I'm looking for support for a young person
Explore education and support
I'm an AP professional looking for work
Explore Agency+
I'm recruiting
Find specialist AP practitioners
What’s happening across PP+
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Trauma Informed Practice Masterclass
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The AP Road Show
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National AP Convention National AP Awards event - Alterna Prestige
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New KCSIE 2026 updates and changes
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Community Events for Families
Find out moreWhat people are saying
Real words from the providers, schools and families we work with.
“Partnering with Provisions Plus+ has been one of the best strategic decisions we've made as a business. Through their support, we feel truly seen, heard, and consistently guided in the right direction, enabling us to grow with confidence and clarity.”
Our recommended suppliers
A growing network of vetted providers, trainers and specialists working alongside Provisions Plus+ to support young people across the UK.
More than a service.
A growing Alternative Provision network.
Providers. Practitioners. Commissioners. Schools. Families. Partners. Connected through Provisions Plus+.
Join the Network- Stronger togetherCollaborative network across the UK
- Share knowledgeAccess resources, training and best practice
- Raise standardsQuality assurance, support and development
- Better outcomesChanging lives through better provision
Where do you fit into the Provisions Plus+ network?
Whether you’re delivering Alternative Provision, looking for support for a young person, commissioning services, developing your workforce or looking for your next role — there’s a place to start.