Alternative Provision

We use a tailored physical, emotional and educational programme to help mentor young people, challenge their minds and motivate them – giving them the confidence they need to be successful in life and prepare them for the next educational setting.

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What we do

We work with local authorities, schools, teachers, parents and
social-care institutes to engage young people in learning and put them on the path to an incredible future. By tapping into children’s interests, we’re able to better connect with them and engage them for longer – giving them the best possible chance of excelling using bespoke programmes.

What we do

Partnerships: We work with local authorities, schools, teachers, parents, and social-care institutes to create the right pathways for young people.

Engagement: We connect with children through their interests using tailored programmes to help them engage and learn.

Assemblies: We provide in-school assemblies to educate on knife crime, anti-bullying, LGBTQIA+ sexual health and other topics.

Group Projects: We create customised projects like dance workshops, group boxing, 1:1 boxing, and teacher workshops.

Mentoring: We provide mentoring at our venues or through outreach sessions, available for individual students in morning or afternoon sessions.

Assessment: We evaluate each student’s needs and assign them to mentor packages: 12-Week Reintegration, Awaiting Placement, Training & Qualification Pathway, SEMH Placement, Outreach & Respite.

End goal: We want to equip students with new skills to help them transition back to mainstream schooling.

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Who is it for?

Primary Alternative Provision

Our primary school alternative provision caters to children within the age range of 5 to 11. By providing a safe and supportive environment, we aim to re-engage children in learning and empower them for future success. Our highly skilled team of mentors guide children through personalised intervention programs and workshops, fostering their academic, social, and emotional development. With our primary alternative provision, we consistently achieve positive outcomes, including improved attendance, increased self-regulation and a renewed enthusiasm for learning.

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Secondary Alternative Provision

Our secondary school alternative provision supports young people aged 11 to 16, offering engaging activities, vocational training, and academic help. Our experienced Behaviour Mentors create a nurturing environment that boosts learning engagement and personal growth. Through personalised support, we achieve improved academic performance, increased self-confidence, and smooth transitions to further education, employment or training opportunities. 

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Our Alternative Provision Sites

Designed with love and care, our unique settings offer an energetic, safe, productive environment for our young people.

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Alternative Provision Term Dates

Spring Term 2025
  • Starts: Monday 6th January
  • Half term: Monday 17th February to Friday 21st February
  • Spring holiday: Monday 7th April to Monday 21st April
  • Ends: Friday 4th April
Summer Term 2025
  • Starts: Tuesday 22nd April
  • Half term: Monday 26th May to Friday 30th May
  • Bank Holidays: Monday 5th May & Monday 26th May
  • Ends: Wednesday 23rd July
Autumn Term 2025
  • Starts: Thursday 4th September (INSET Day Wednesday 3rd September)
  • Half term: Monday 27th October to Friday 31st October
  • Christmas Holidays: Monday 22nd December to Friday 2nd January
  • Ends: Friday 19th December

Natalie Lee, Operations Manager

Natalie is the Head of Operations for our Alternative Provision and plays a key role in shaping the positive impact the organisation has on the lives of young people. With a deep passion for supporting students in Alternative Provision settings, Natalie is dedicated to ensuring that every young person who walks through the door is met with opportunity, encouragement, and the tools they need to thrive.

She works closely with schools, professionals, and wider support networks to build strong, collaborative relationships that drive the best possible outcomes. Natalie is committed to creating meaningful change, championing each young person’s potential and helping them discover the right path for their individual journey. Her approach is both strategic and compassionate, with a clear focus on empowering young people to grow in confidence, re-engage with education, and take bold steps toward a brighter future.

Successful outcomes

Everything we do is geared towards a successful outcome for the young people in our care. Whilst each plan is tailored to the individual, here are some of the typical outcomes our alternative provision achieves.

Improved Learning Outcomes

By offering personalised learning approaches, smaller class sizes, and specialised teaching methods, our alternative provision helps improve academic performance. We see an increase in attainment levels, better grades, and a greater sense of accomplishment for students.

Enhanced Social and Emotional Well-being

We recognise the importance of nurturing our young people’s social and emotional development. Through targeted interventions, mentoring, and therapeutic support, our young people develop essential life skills, resilience, and emotional well-being. This outcome can lead to improved self-confidence, better relationships with peers and adults, and a greater sense of belonging.

Increased Engagement and Attendance

Our settings provide an environment that is more conducive to engaging and motivating students who may have struggled within mainstream education settings. By offering a curriculum that aligns with their interests and needs, our alternative provision re-engages young people in learning, leading to increased attendance rates, reduced truancy, and a renewed enthusiasm for education.

Successful Transition into Further Education or Employment

One of our key objectives is to prepare our young people for their future pathways. By offering vocational training, work experience opportunities, and careers guidance and apprenticeships, our alternative provision can support young people in making successful transitions into further education, employment, or training. This outcome contributes to their long-term prospects, increases their employability, and sets them on a positive trajectory for their future.

Meet the team

Kurt Wilson-Luck

Partnerships Manager

Charlotte Turner

Finchampstead Site Manager

Jimmy Jackson

Birch Hill Site Manager

Lee Barefoot

Community Engagement Manager

Charlie Ewing

Learning and Mentoring Lead

Kelly Eddy

Storyybrook Site Manager

Martin Wiggins

Trades Provision Manager (DDSL)

Charlotte Linsell

Assistant Operations & Compliance Manager

Natalie Lee

Alternative Provision Operations Manager

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Testimonials

Storyy Group have been a breath of fresh air for our students, whilst offering mentoring sessions to allow students to speak with someone they feel understands them and bridges a gap between them and the teaching staff. Thomas / Charles take a no nonsense but understanding approach to students who are exhibiting negative behaviour patterns, they offer a safe space to discuss issues and methods of coping and changing these habits. The boxing has helped students understand and manage physical aggression / anger and offered a physical intervention away from the struggles of the classroom to help students refocus
Jo Lawson-SmithBehaviour Support Worker, Maiden Erlegh School
I just wanted to say, thank you so much for all you do for our young people. Storyy Group are excellent at supporting our young people and building their confidence and self-esteem. The skills they have learnt are invaluable inside and outside of school. Storyy Group go above and beyond and are adaptive to every young person's needs.
Rachel FoxInclusion Manager, Garth Hill College
From the moment we reached out to Storyy we have been fully supported and guided in choosing the right setting and completing the referral. The openness of the staff and ability to visit the setting really helped us feel confident with our decision – we walked away wishing we had made contact sooner! Within a matter of a few weeks the positive impact of the provision for the young child was being noticed by us and external professionals; their storyy was beginning to be re-written.
Laura Deputy Head Teacher, Ascot Heath Primary

Safeguarding

We take our approach to safeguarding very seriously. Meet Rebecca and her team to find out more.

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Policies

We have a range of policies and procedures ranging our alternative provision, residential care and training areas of the business.

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We place children before profits.

Alongside Alternative Provision, we also offer safe, homely high-quality Supported Accommodation (16+) and Children’s Homes. We have designed bespoke care packages to meet the needs of our young people, in a wholesome, holistic manner. We make a difference to the lives of young people in care, helping them to reach their potential and transition into adulthood.

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