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Setting up a Successful Alternative Provision

June 11, 2024 • Joanne Howard • Season 4 • Episode 5

Amy shares her adventure after teaching, setting up an alternative provision centre where she now employs a small team of teachers.

In business for two years, we talk about her early experiences working in different settings before exploring the practicalities of securing a space, compliance and working with local schools. A must listen for anyone passionate about teaching on your own terms!

In this episode we explore:

Feeling the call to create high quality holistic provision for young people
What to know about setting up an alternative provision centre
How running a centre is similar to managing a classroom or department
What to consider when looking for a space
The relationship between the local authority and schools in placing students
Amy’s day-to-day in the centre and taking the best bits of teaching with her
Managing and growing the business in the future
Top tips for teachers wanting to follow a similar path

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