EOTAS
in Gloucestershire
Gloucestershire County Council approved since October 2024. Online EOTAS provision for the whole county.
Approved by Gloucestershire County Council since October 2024
What Is EOTAS?
EOTAS — Education Other Than At School — is education provided for children and young people who, for whatever reason, cannot attend a mainstream or special school. Local authorities have a legal duty under Section 19 of the Education Act 1996 to arrange suitable education for these young people.
Player Ready delivers EOTAS provision across Gloucestershire primarily through our online 1:1 mentoring programme, with the option of attending our nearest venue. We use gaming and technology — Minecraft, Roblox, coding, and digital creativity — as the foundation for personalised education.
Our approach is part-time (up to 15 hours per week for under-16s) and designed to complement other support. We are not a school. We offer something different — and for many young people, that's exactly what works.
EOTAS Provision in Gloucestershire
Player Ready Level-Up! is an approved alternative provision provider for Gloucestershire County Council since October 2024. We deliver online EOTAS and alternative provision across the county.
Our 1:1 mentoring sessions use gaming and coding platforms to deliver personalised education. Each student gets a dedicated mentor matched to their communication style, interests, and support needs.
Gloucestershire Area Information
We serve families across Gloucestershire including Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Cirencester, and the Forest of Dean. All provision is delivered online via 1:1 video call.
EOTAS Services for Gloucestershire
Flexible provision tailored to each student's needs.
1:1 Mentoring
Dedicated mentor, every session. In-venue or online via video call. Tailored to the student's interests and EHCP outcomes.
Online Sessions
1:1 mentoring via video call from home. Available across all of Gloucestershire. Minecraft, Roblox, and coding platforms.
Embedded Learning
Functional maths, English, and digital skills woven through gaming activities. EOTAS compliant and aligned to EHCP outcomes.
Qualifications
NOCN accredited qualifications in game development and digital skills for students aged 16-19. Minimum 6 hours per week.
Specialist Support
ASD, ADHD, anxiety, SEMH, trauma. Our mentors are trained in SEND and deliver a trauma-informed approach.
EOTAS Funding in Gloucestershire
Education Other Than At School can be funded through several routes.
- EHCP-funded provision via Gloucestershire County Council
- EOTAS packages for students unable to attend school
- Direct Payments and self-funded places available
- Schools can commission directly
How to Refer for EOTAS from Gloucestershire
- 1Complete our Professional Referral Form or Parent Referral Form
- 2Email alternativeprovision@player-ready.co.uk
- 3Free discovery session to explore fit
- 4Provision starts within 5-10 working days
How to Access EOTAS
Available to Gloucestershire via Online.
EOTAS Questions — Gloucestershire
Is Player Ready approved in Gloucestershire?+
Yes. We have been approved by Gloucestershire County Council since October 2024 for online EOTAS and alternative provision.
EOTAS Referral for Gloucestershire
Local authorities, schools, and parents in Gloucestershire can refer young people for EOTAS provision.
Email alternativeprovision@player-ready.co.uk or call 0117 463 3150