Surrey EOTAS Provider – Online Alternative Provision & Mentoring

Player Ready offers high-quality online Alternative Provision (AP) and EOTAS support to children and young people across Surrey, including Guildford, Woking, Redhill, Epsom, and surrounding areas. Our programmes are designed for learners aged 7 to 25, including those with EHCPs, those on the SEND register, or those experiencing school refusal, exclusions, or anxiety-related non-attendance.

Whether you’re a parent, school inclusion team, or local authority professional, we provide responsive, structured 1:1 support that aligns with EHCP outcomes, builds confidence, and restores engagement.

📍 Why Choose Player Ready for Surrey Alternative Provision?

• Already working with families in Wokingham, Bracknell Forest, and West Sussex

• Schools in Surrey can commission AP directly for pupils without needing EHCPs

• We support EOTAS referrals for CYP with EHCPs where school settings are no longer suitable

• Self-funded EHE learners are eligible for our discounted rate

• Full compliance with KCSIE, OFSTED Voluntary Childcare Registration, and safer recruitment

• View our Safeguarding Policies and Letters of Assurance

• See which local authorities approve us

👨‍🏫 What We Offer

Our curriculum is engaging, practical, and designed to meet both educational and emotional needs.

1:1 Mentoring Sessions

Each child or young person is matched with a trained, DBS-checked mentor based on their communication style, interests, and support needs. Sessions focus on confidence, routine, emotional wellbeing, and EHCP-aligned progress.

Creative & Digital Learning Projects

We offer hands-on, project-based learning through topics like:

• Minecraft

• Roblox Studios

• Unity Game Development

• Unreal Engine

• 3D Modelling

• Virtual Car Engineer

• Minecraft Education

• Dungeons & Dragons

👉 Explore the full Player Ready Curriculum for more.

Post-16 Online Provision

We deliver tailored provision for ages 16–25, supporting transitions into independence, further learning, and employment. Learn more: Post-16 Provision

Qualification Pathways

As an AQA Unit Award Scheme Centre, we offer recognition of progress through nationally recognised certification — ideal for both KS3/4 and post-16 learners.

🌐 Surrey EOTAS Guidance & Support

In Surrey, EOTAS (Education Otherwise Than At School) arrangements are considered for learners with EHCPs when a school setting is no longer appropriate. We assist families and professionals in navigating this process in line with Surrey County Council’s guidelines.

At the same time, Surrey schools may independently commission AP for students:

• On the SEND register

• Experiencing emotionally-based school avoidance

• At risk of permanent exclusion

• Waiting for EHCP assessment or placement

We also support electively home educated (EHE) families with a discounted rate for regular weekly mentoring and tuition.

📥 Make a Referral

We accept referrals from:

• Parents and carers (EHCP-funded, self-funded, or via Personal Budget)

• School SENDCos, heads, and inclusion leads

• Local authority placement and SEND teams

👉 Complete our secure referral form
📞 Or use the live chat (bottom right) to speak to a team member

We respond within 1 working day and offer free discovery sessions to help families explore the fit.

✅ Also supporting: Wokingham • Bracknell Forest • West Sussex • Hampshire • Enfield

📧 Contact Us