AFDA Alternative Provision

10/07/2026

AFDA Alternative Provision – Celebrating Student Success

Over the course of this academic year, AFDA Alternative Provision supported four students from a range of schools, each with different educational, social and emotional needs.

Our aim has always been to provide a safe, supportive environment where every young person can rebuild confidence, re-engage with learning and achieve success both academically and personally.

Student X joined AFDA lacking confidence in both Maths and English. Through hard work and dedicated support, he achieved Entry Level 2 passes in both subjects. His English result, in particular, exceeded his own expectations and gave him a real belief in his abilities.

Student Y achieved an Entry Level 2 pass in Maths and has secured a place at a full-time, five-day-a-week provision starting in September. Despite facing significant challenges outside of education, he remained committed to attending AFDA. Seeing students progress into a setting that fully meets their needs has always been one of our primary objectives, and we are delighted to see him take this next step.

Student Z arrived at AFDA already working at Level 1 in English and Maths. He has since completed his Level 2 Functional Skills assessments, with results currently awaited, which, if successful, are equivalent to a GCSE standard pass. He has also achieved a YMCA Level 1 Healthy Lifestyle qualification and will be returning to mainstream education full-time in September—another fantastic outcome.

Student P had previously attended several alternative provisions but struggled to settle and overcome the challenges he faced. AFDA became the first provision where he truly felt comfortable, valued and able to thrive. He worked towards Entry Level 3 in both English and Maths, but perhaps his greatest achievement was the transformation in his confidence, self-belief and enthusiasm for attending every week. He has also secured a place at a full-time, five-day-a-week provision from September.

These four students each followed different journeys, but every one of them leaves AFDA having made meaningful progress. Whether through improved qualifications, increased confidence, returning to mainstream education or moving into a more suitable full-time provision, each has taken an important step forward.

We are incredibly proud to have played a part in their journeys. AFDA may have been a stepping stone, but it was an important one—helping to provide the foundations for brighter futures, greater opportunities and long-term success.

Referrals are live now for new students.
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02/07/2026

Inclusive. Supportive. Aspirational.

At AFDA Academy Alternative Provision, we believe every young person deserves to feel valued, included, and capable of achieving success.

We are proud to celebrate another fantastic outcome, with one of our students recently passing their English qualification—a significant milestone that opens new opportunities for their future.

Success isn’t always measured by where a young person starts, but by the progress they make with the right support, encouragement, and belief.

At AFDA AP we provide:
📚 An inclusive learning environment
⚽ Personalised education and mentoring
🎓 Recognised qualifications
🤝 Strong partnerships with schools and families
🌟 A focus on confidence, wellbeing, attendance and positive futures

Every achievement matters. Every young person matters.

We’re now welcoming early referrals for the 2026/27 academic year and would be delighted to discuss how we can support your students.
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AFDA Inclusive Academy Alternative Provision
Building Belief. Creating Opportunities. Changing Futures. 💙

01/07/2026

Alternative Provision Referrals – Now Open for 2026/27

At AFDA Football Academy, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed in the right environment.

We’re now welcoming early referrals for the 2026/27 academic year and are proud to be working alongside schools to provide high-quality Alternative Provision focused on education, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.

✅ Audited and quality assured
✅ Personalised learning programmes
✅ Functional Skills & recognised qualifications
✅ Employability and life skills
✅ Football and enrichment opportunities
✅ Experienced safeguarding and education team
✅ Strong focus on attendance, behaviour and re-engagement

We’re proud of the impact we’ve already made:
⭐ Students gaining recognised qualifications
⭐ Improved attendance and behaviour
⭐ Successful reintegration back into mainstream education
⭐ Increased confidence, resilience and aspirations

If your school has a student who would benefit from a supportive, structured and inspiring environment, we’d love to talk.

📩 Contact us today to discuss referrals and how we can work in partnership to achieve the very best outcomes for young people.

Belief. Opportunity. Achievement.

01/07/2026

30/06/2026

Early Referrals Now Open – 2026/27 Academic Year

Advanced Football Development Academy (AFDA) Inclusive Alternative Provision Hub is now accepting early referrals for the 2026/27 academic year.

Following a successful first year, we are proud to have completed our quality assurance processes and are now fully audited, providing schools, parents and local authorities with confidence in the high standards of education, safeguarding and student support we deliver.

What we offer:
⚽ High-quality Alternative Provision
📚 Personalised education programmes
🛡️ Robust safeguarding procedures
✅ Fully audited and quality assured
🎓 Employability and accredited qualifications
🤝 Strong partnerships with schools and local authorities
🌱 A focus on behaviour, attendance, wellbeing and positive destinations

We’re delighted with the progress our students have made this year, including:
• Two students successfully achieving their YMCA Employability Award.
• One student successfully returning to mainstream education.
• Significant improvements in behaviour, attendance, confidence and engagement across our cohort.

Every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed in the right environment, and our aim is to help them build confidence, develop life skills and realise their potential.

If your school is considering Alternative Provision for the 2026/27 academic year, we’d welcome the opportunity to discuss how AFDA can support your students.

📧 Contact us today to discuss referrals or arrange a visit.
📧 [email protected]

Advanced Football Development Academy Inclusive Alternative Provision Hub

“Developing People Through Education, Opportunity and Football.”

25/06/2026

⚽📚 Alternative Provision with Purpose at AFDA Football Academy 📚⚽

At AFDA Football Academy Alternative Provision, we are passionate about helping young people re-engage with education, rebuild confidence, and unlock their potential.

Our programme provides a supportive and structured environment for students who may be struggling in mainstream education, combining academic learning with personal development, mentoring, wellbeing support, and the power of sport.

We work closely with schools, local authorities, parents, and carers to create bespoke pathways that help young people achieve positive outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.

Our focus is simple:

✅ Improving attendance and engagement
✅ Raising aspirations and confidence
✅ Developing life skills and resilience
✅ Supporting progression into education, training, or employment
✅ Providing a safe, nurturing environment where every student can succeed

Every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are proud to play a part in helping them achieve their goals.

If your school is looking for a high-quality Alternative Provision partner for the new academic year, we’d be delighted to discuss how AFDA can support your students. Our educational provision complements the curriculum delivered by each referring school, ensuring students continue to make academic progress while receiving personalised support.

📩 Get in touch to learn more.
📧 Email: [email protected]

18/06/2026

“Two former Leicester City captains. One shared mission: helping young people find their path to success.”
Alternative Provision

18/06/2026

❓What makes a successful Alternative Provision?

For us, it’s about more than education.

✔ Positive relationships
✔ Consistency
✔ Clear expectations
✔ Strong safeguarding
✔ Building confidence
✔ Giving young people a sense of belonging

Every student has a story. Every student deserves a chance.

17/06/2026

Student Success

Success isn’t always measured by grades.

Sometimes success looks like:
✅ Improved attendance
✅ Better behaviour
✅ Increased confidence
✅ Positive relationships
✅ Re-engagement with learning

That’s what we focus on every day at AFDA Alternative Provision.