Academy21

We are proud to announce the launch of Academy21’s Key Stage 2 provision—designed to support Year 5 and 6 pupils with high-quality, live, and interactive online lessons that focus on both academic progress and personal development. This new offering is built on the success of…

Turn to page 9 of Education Today magazine to discover how our bespoke GCSE resit booster courses are helping learners approach resits with confidence, clarity, and the belief they can succeed. At Academy21, we understand that setbacks are just a part of the journey. Our…

We look forward to attending this pivotal conference, designed by The Education Exchange exclusively for SENCOs and senior leaders in SEND education - a fantastic opportunity for those dedicated to developing inclusive practices for pupils with special educational needs in…

At The Sittingbourne School, a new approach is helping students re-engage, rebuild confidence, and rediscover their love for learning. 🌱 With the support of Academy21, the school’s 'Alternative Learning Pathway’ is offering tailored, flexible support to young people facing…

🟠 NEW BLOG: Early intervention in primary education can change a child's path - supporting learning, friendships & emotional wellbeing from the start. At Academy21, we’re proud to help schools act early. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/3GSrRRk #EarlyIntervention #OnlineAP

🎥 Reflecting on the 2024/25 Academic Year with Academy21! As we look back on the academic year, we’re incredibly proud of the progress our students have made - not only in their academic learning, but in their wellbeing, confidence, and personal growth. 🌱 This is the…

“I wouldn’t be where I am now without Academy21.” - Katy 🔗 academy21.co.uk/case-study/kat… When chronic health issues meant Katy could no longer attend school regularly, her dreams of studying medicine felt out of reach. With just 𝟐𝟎% 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 by Year 10, Katy needed a…

📢 Join the sector-wide edtech survey on alternative provision! We encourage you to take part in a sector-wide survey, hosted by @SecEd_Education, that’s gathering valuable insights from schools on how Alternative Provision is being used to support students.…

📰 We’re proud to be featured in @teachwire's @TeachSecondary magazine! You’ll find us on page 15. At Academy21, we believe that every student deserves to feel confident, connected, and capable in their learning journey. That’s why we’ve developed new, purpose-led courses –…

𝐀𝐬 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫, many are focusing on ensuring their alternative provisions are equipped to support students who may not be able to attend mainstream settings. With 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭…

🟠NEW BLOG: For many young people in alternative provision, the idea of speaking up in class or even logging into a lesson can feel daunting. After difficult experiences in mainstream education, participation doesn’t always come easily. But at Academy21, we know that taking part…

🟠NEW BLOG: Many students across England wake up every day with a sense of dread, anxious about another day at school. And that’s just the students who can still attend their mainstream education setting. In 2022/23, more than 140,000 pupils were persistently absent due to…

As we approach this year’s results day, we understand that for some students, it might not go as planned. At Academy21, we are deeply committed to supporting every learner through this pivotal moment, especially those who need to retake GCSE English or maths. Explore our…

🟠 You’re invited to our upcoming webinar! Unpacking Key Stage 2 alternative provision with education experts. 🗓️ Thursday, 3rd July, 2025 ⏰ 4:15 PM BST ⏳ 30 minutes 🔗bit.ly/KeyStage2Webin… Join us for a live conversation as Amy Husband, Head of School at Academy21 and…

Emotionally ready. Academically capable. But struggling to thrive in a mainstream setting. That was Taylor’s reality. At The Norwood School, staff recognised that while Taylor was motivated to learn, emotional barriers were preventing them from succeeding in a traditional…

On #ThankATeacherDay, we celebrate the teachers who go above and beyond to support their students, especially those who need it the most. At Academy21, all of our teachers are passionate about working in alternative provision, combining expertise with empathy to help each…

In December 2024, @Evolution_Educ partnered with Academy21, the UK’s leading DfE-accredited online alternative provision, to reimagine what’s possible for learners needing a different path. Through this collaboration, a hybrid model was launched - one that blends the flexibility…