Alternative Education Provision
Description: The London Borough of Croydon intends to establish a multi-supplier Approved Provider Panel for Alternative Education Provision (AEP) and Tuition Services for children and young people who are unable to access, or are at risk of being unable to access, suitable mainstream education. This includes learners who are excluded or at risk of exclusion, awaiting school placements, have SEND/EHCP needs, are looked-after children, have medical needs, or require provision under Section 19 of the Education Act 1996. Providers will deliver flexible educational programmes, tuition, mentoring and reintegration support through face-to-face and/or online delivery. The Panel is expected to comprise the following lots: LOT 1 -YEAR 11 (KS4)- Registered Providers Sub Lot 1 a - New arrivals - ESOL Sub Lot 1 b - New arrivals - complex needs (read more...)
Summary: The London Borough of Croydon is in the planning stages of a procurement process for establishing a multi-supplier Approved Provider Panel for Alternative Education Provision (AEP) and Tuition Services. This initiative will cater to children and young people unable to access mainstream education, offering flexible education programs and support. The total estimated contract value is £5,500,000, with the procurement being conducted through an open procedure. The project will cover regions in the UK, particularly UKI and UKJ, with key provisions falling under the education and training services category. Important dates include a future notice release on 3rd August 2026, while the contract period is expected from 1st January 2027 to 31st December 2031.