Fresh Start In Education

We're delighted to have been shortlisted for Alterna Prestige awards!

To be recognised alongside so many dedicated individuals and organisations across the Alternative Provision sector is a real privilege.

At Fresh Start in Education, everything we do is driven by a simple belief: every child and young person deserves access to education, regardless of their circumstances. This nomination reflects the commitment, passion and expertise of our incredible team and the Local Authorities, schools and families we work alongside every day.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate us and congratulations to all those who have made it through to the Judges' Round. We look forward to celebrating the outstanding work taking place across the sector on 3rd July.

Alternative Provision is often spoken about through the lens of compliance, outcomes and systems… but underneath all of that is something quieter, and far more powerful: care.

This blog by Jade Neivens-Brown explores the relational heart of Alternative Provision - the compassion, flexibility and belief in young people that sits at the centre of the sector.

It’s also an honest reflection on why passion alone is not enough, and why strong safeguarding, quality assurance and structure are essential to protecting the incredible work happening across AP.

“Care is not a strategy in AP. It is the operating system.”

If you work in education, SEND or Alternative Provision, this is well worth a read.

Read the full blog here:

The Quiet Undertone of Alternative Provision A reflective look at Alternative Provision, relational practice, safeguarding, compliance and why care remains the sector’s common thread.