who we work with
Supporting local authorities with Online Alternative Provision
We are proud to work across more than 130 local authorities in England and Wales.
how we support you
Local Authorities
We provide a lifeline for students who do not have a permanent place in either a mainstream or specialist school. Our accredited provision enables students who may be in a period of transition, awaiting placement, in care or other challenging circumstances, to maintain their link with education.
Our wide range of subjects, specialist teachers and support for students with SEN local authorities, with a trusted option for providing high-quality education to students in their areas. LAs that work with Academy21 benefit from:
Flexible commissioning options
We offer a range of commissioning options. From pay-as-you-go models to termly or annual payments in advance, our team can put together the right contract based on your needs and financial priorities. There is no minimum purchase or advanced purchase of credits required.
Easy enrolment and continuous communication
Our dedicated regional customer support teams will work closely with the Local Authority contact to enroll students swiftly and make sure they have all they need to start at Academy21. Our enrolment process takes as little as two days, and the Academy21 support team is always on hand to answer any queries. You can also track students’ progress daily via our mentor portal.
High-quality education
We take a holistic approach to pedagogy, aiming to help students succeed in their learning journeys and improve their mental and physical health. Our comprehensive provision is DfE-accredited and in line with mainstream provision. Plus, our teachers are all fully qualified, subject experts, and experienced in teaching students with a variety of needs.
Adaptable solutions
Our solutions are fully bespoke to best match what students need. Because we understand that students’ needs may change, our provision can also flex up and down as required, and we offer a range of short, medium, and long-term options to ensure that all students are catered for.
how to enrol
Enrol within 2 days
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Reach out
Contact our team here or call us at 0800 208 8210 to discuss your needs in more details.
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Connect with your Regional Partnership Manager (PM)
Once you get in touch, you will be connected with a dedicated Partnership Manager (PM) for your area, with whom you can discuss your needs in more detail. You can refer a student straight away or take time to ask any questions you may have. You can even meet with your PM in person if you prefer and bring some of your colleagues along for a live demonstration. Your PM will send you a quote based on your specific needs.
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Account set up
We will set up your account and send you instructions on how to register and access our secure online portal. This is where you will enter the information for each student you want to enrol. We will also connect you with your Regional Client Administrator (RCA) who will support you through the onboarding and set up process.
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All set!
Once you have entered your students’ enrolment information and confirmed acceptance of your contract details you are all set! You will receive your students’ log in details, and they can start accessing lessons. Please share the login details with your students as our customer support team only communicates with mentors and never directly with students or families.
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On-going support when you need it
If you need any further information throughout the process, your PM and RCA will be on hand, and always happy to help. Reach out to our team below to learn more about Academy21 and discuss how we can support your students.
how we teach
What it’s like to learn with Academy21
The classroom
State-of-the-art virtual classrooms
Academy21’s online classroom environment has been crafted from the ground up for the best learning experience, with built-in features that support anxiety and SEND.
Live Lessons
100% live, real-time online lessons
At Academy21, students have access to four 40-minute daily lessons in small class sizes from Monday to Thursday — all taught live with teacher interaction and feedback throughout.
Our teachers
Subject specialist teachers
All fully UK qualified and DBS-checked, our expert teachers are passionate about delivering exceptional education online and experienced in teaching learners who may be vulnerable .
The platform
User-friendly online platforms
Designed with accessibility in mind, your user-friendly student and partner portals are a one-stop hub for accessing provision, tracking progress, and getting any support you need, 24/7.
why trust us
Successful provision to shout about!
“I have an absolute passion for supporting the life chances of all young people, especially those with greater barriers to success.”
Sandro Capozzi,
Executive Head of Academy21
“Academy21 has been a lifesaver for our learners. When we have visited learners in their homes, we’ve seen how grateful they are for the support and the opportunities that have been opened up for them.”
Tom
Assistant Headteacher at Greenwood School
91%
of our students say they have gained more confidence learning with us
5,000+
students have been supported with Academy21 and growing!