What is Academy21?
Academy21 is the first online alternative provision to be accredited by the DfE. We exist to support young people and to provide a supportive pathway through their education and on to successful futures.
Making a difference, together
We take a partnership approach and work with our customer schools and local authorities to ensure that the students placed with us receive the education they need and deserve, with tailored timetables, the right balance of subjects and SEN or additional needs catered for.
Our dedicated regional teams provide unparalleled customer service that ensures students and schools are set up for success.
The Online Alternative Provision Experts
All Academy21 teachers have QTS, are DBS checked and are UK-qualified subject specialists. But more than that, all of our teachers have chosen to work in an AP setting, they are genuinely passionate about creating the best learning experiences for their students and have special expertise in teaching those that may be anxious or withdrawn.
Our lessons are delivered 100% live in our interactive classrooms where our educators can connect with their students and deliver
adaptive teaching.
Recommended Usage
The DfE recommends that schools use accredited online provision since the introduction of the Online Education Accreditation Scheme. Online alternative provision works for many students, but like many strategies may not work for all. For some it can be an effective pathway to re-engage with learning, achieve recognised qualifications and/or transition back to mainstream education. Our regional partnership managers take a consultative approach when working with schools to ensure that the type of provision, timetable and combination of subjects is right for each child. Our live lessons and small class groups mean teachers can build rapport with students and increase student engagement over time. Many of our schools find success by starting their student(s) on a smaller number of subjects per week, before building in additional classes. In addition, many students start learning independently at home, where confidence is built with the help of our empathetic and supportive teachers, before their schools encourage a gradual reintegration to on-site learning. This can be through attending school a few times per week, while still studying with Academy21, or through a hybrid approach where Academy21 is used within an on-site unit to support academic study, freeing up school resources for pastoral support.
Additional evidence
 Company | Business Name: Academy21 HQ Location: United Kingdom Founded: 2011 |
| Age Range | 11-13, 14-16 |
 Features | 24/7 Reporting100% Live And Adaptive TeachingSupport For ReintegrationGoal SettingAttendance MonitoringEffort, Understanding And Interaction ReportingLearning Pathways Tailored To Each StudentOne-to-one Teacher SupportDfe AccreditationTermly Teacher ReportsWide Subject ChoiceGcse RescueTailored Timetables |
 Languages | English |
 Accessibility | Robust features |
 Policies |  Terms of ServicePrivacy PolicyGDPR |
 Requirements | Internet - Low BandwidthDesktop - MacDesktop - WindowsDesktop - ChromebookDesktop - Linux For the best learning environment we recommend using a desktop or laptop computer and the chrome browser. Students will require a set up that includes speakers and a microphone. We recommend the use of a headset that combines both sound and mic. Access to Office 365 software is desirable for all students and compulsory for those studying functional skills ICT. A pdf viewer is also recommended. |
 Set Up | With a swift 48-hour turnaround for new enrolments, we make onboarding smooth and seamless for everyone involved. Our support for students starts on day one, with live induction classes and walkthroughs that help each pupil get off to a confident, happy start. Student changes or additions to existing accounts can also be completed within 48-hours, often less. |
 Training | In PersonLive OnlineWebinarsDocumentationVideos Our portals have been custom-built to account for accessibility needs and to make them as user friendly as possible so minimal training is needed. Students receive a live induction when they join to ensure they get off to the best possible start. There's also an induction video for students and mentors, and 'how to' guides as well. |
 Support | EmailFAQs/ForumKnowledge BasePhone Support Our regional customer teams are available by phone, email or video call. Technical support is easy to access through our website chat, where the technical support team is on hand to help answer any questions that may arise. |
| Home Learning | School must create the account. We work directly with schools and local authorities who retain our provision on behalf of their pupils. Our provision cannot be purchased or 'booked' directly by parents at this time. However, if Academy21 has been suggested by your school for your child, we do have information for parents on our website at the link above. |
 Tags | Alternative ProvisionOnline LearningOnline EducationGCSE catch up KS3KS4EnglishMathsScienceHistoryPSHEEnglish LitEnglish LanguageCombined ScienceICT Functional SkillsSEN SupportAccredited At home learning6th day provision |
Academy21 PricingPricing Plans Paid Subscription Academy21 pricing starts from £1900 / year Pay-as-you-go, half termly, termly and annual commissioning options give you the flexibility to meet the needs of your students whether they require short, medium or long-term provision. We understand that your needs can change quickly from week to week, so we provide: Lessons are delivered Monday to Thursday (4 lessons), over a 38 week term. Consolidation classes on Fridays, pastoral support courses and additional academic support classes for students with additional needs are also available. 1 seat, (1 subject, 1 student) for 38 weeks = £1900 with an annual contract. This includes 100% live, adaptive teaching in small groups, flexible learning pathways tailored to each student, one-to-one tutorials and 24/7 reporting for schools, all through our easy to use, custom-built portals.  Optimised for a quick response | |
