We heard that alternative provision settings are providing useful interventions for pupils with attendance issues, we accept that it can be used as a process for reintegration. But, it is clear that alternative provision should not be seen as a long- term solution, nor should it be used to manage behaviour concerns, due to the level of education provided in these settings. We also heard that some pupils with SEND are being placed in alternative provision without a proper understanding or asse...

We heard that alternative provision settings are providing useful interventions for pupils with attendance issues, we accept that it can be used as a process for reintegration. But, it is clear that alternative provision should not be seen as a long- term solution, nor should it be used to manage behaviour concerns, due to the level of education provided in these settings. We also heard that some pupils with SEND are being placed in alternative provision without a proper understanding or assessment of their needs. Type: conclusion | Number: 24 | Paragraph: 118 | Response status: accepted Government response: The Government acknowledges that if needs and behaviours that present a barrier to attendance were addressed earlier, more children could be supported to thrive in their mainstream school. That is why the proposed alternative provision reforms will see alternative provision schools work closely in p