About Us
Alternative Vision Group is a local alternative provision being established to support children and young people who experience barriers to education. Our four directors bring experience across specialist education, SEMH, SEND, early years education, child development, residential care, family support and educational leadership.
We recognise that traditional approaches do not work for everyone. Our aim is to create a supportive setting where young people are valued as individuals and encouraged to progress at a pace that works for them.
Our vision
To help young people feel safe, develop confidence and build the skills, relationships and independence needed for a positive future.
“Safety first, relationship always, progress at the pace of the young person.”
The Team Behind AVG
Behind Alternative Vision Group is a team of four directors whose combined experience spans specialist SEND and SEMH education, early years and primary education, educational leadership, residential care, child development and family support. Together, we bring a practical understanding of the barriers that children, young people and families can face when accessing education and wider support.
Our collective expertise includes trauma-informed and relationship-based practice, emotional wellbeing and regulation, safeguarding, curriculum development, outdoor and practical learning, early intervention, family engagement and multi-agency working. This includes experience of supporting developmental reviews, coordinating referrals and contributing to Team Around the Family meetings.
We share a commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment where young people feel understood, build confidence and develop skills for their next steps. Our leadership team aims to remain closely involved in the provision and to work collaboratively with families, schools and other professionals.