We are pleased to be attending the Alternative Provision Newcastle Conference on Wednesday 11th February, hosted by Westminster Insight. The event brings together professionals from across alternative provision, schools, pupil referral units, local authorities and colleges to explore current challenges, policy developments and best practice within the sector.

Alternative provision continues to play a critical role in supporting children and young people with complex needs. With increasing scrutiny, evolving statutory guidance and a strong focus on safeguarding and quality assurance, events like this provide a valuable opportunity to stay informed and prepared.

The Benefits of Attending

Understand the latest policy and regulatory developments
The conference agenda focuses on current and upcoming changes affecting alternative provision, including Government policy, commissioning arrangements and accountability. This is particularly valuable for leaders and commissioners who need clarity on expectations and compliance.

Learn from experienced practitioners and sector leaders
Delegates will hear from senior figures working across education, local authorities and specialist provision. Sessions include practical insights, national perspectives and case studies that can be applied directly to day-to-day practice.

Share challenges and solutions with peers
The event provides time and space to network with colleagues facing similar challenges. These conversations often prove just as valuable as the formal sessions, helping to share ideas, approaches and lessons learned.

Focus on improving outcomes for pupils
Above all, the conference centres on improving engagement, safeguarding and outcomes for pupils in alternative provision, with a strong emphasis on inclusion, reintegration and effective monitoring.

Visit Us at the Exhibition

We are also delighted to confirm that we will be exhibiting DCPro Alternative Provision Attendance software at the conference.

Our platform, DCPro Alternative Provision Attendance, is designed specifically for alternative provision providers, schools and local authorities. It supports accurate, real-time attendance tracking, flexible timetabling and clear reporting across multiple stakeholders.

At our stand, you can see how the system helps to:

  • Track attendance in real time to support safeguarding and welfare oversight

  • Manage flexible and personalised timetables with ease

  • Produce clear reports to support accountability and decision-making

  • Improve communication between providers, schools and local authorities

If you are attending the conference, we would love to meet you, show you the system and talk about how technology can support effective alternative provision.

We look forward to a valuable day of learning, discussion and collaboration in Newcastle.

Want to see what the DCPro Alternative Provision Attendance system is all about before the conference? Click here to book a demo!

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