Three-tier model for alternative provision

The three-tier model for alternative provision aims to support children or young people who may be on part-time timetables, have been suspended or are at risk of permanent exclusion.

• Tier 1 – targeted support in mainstream schools (AP specialist early interventions and support to help at-risk pupils stay in mainstream school)
• Tier 2 – time-limited placements (short-term placements in AP schools and settings to assess and address pupils' needs with the aim of return to their mainstream school)
• Tier 3 – transitional placements (placements in AP schools for pupils who need support to move on to a new mainstream school or post-16 destination)

Further information can be found in the AP newsletter.