A different setting. Real outcomes.
A structured education for children and young people who need a placement outside mainstream school. Safe, purposeful, and built around each child.
Education designed around your child's needs
Alternative Provision (AP) offers structured education for children outside a mainstream school setting. It can be short-term or longer-term, depending on what each child needs. Our support is usually delivered part-time and tailored around the individual.
Tuition Extra is an established AP provider for Kent County Council and works with schools, local authorities and families to deliver personalised programmes that lead to real qualifications and outcomes.
Our provision spans academic, vocational, and emotionally supported learning, thoughtfully combined in a timetable built around your child.
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What a placement includes
Bespoke timetable
A programme built around the child's EHCP, targets, interests, and readiness — reviewed and adapted regularly.
Thrive-informed sessions
Emotional development runs through everything. Sessions are calm, structured, and relationship-led.
Academic and vocational strands
Progress towards A Levels, GCSEs, Functional Skills, Open Awards or pre-vocational activities depending on the child's stage.
Regular family contact
Families receive regular updates and are involved in reviews. We work with you, not around you.
Multiple environments
Roper Yard in Canterbury, Maypole Farm, family home, community space or outreach settings agreed with families and commissioners.
Safeguarding assured
A qualified DSL oversees all provision. Safer recruitment standards apply to every member of our team.
Enquire about a placement.
For family enquiries, call 01227 935773 or email reception@tuition-extra.co.uk. For professional referrals, visit our professionals section.