Start a referral for targeted creative support
This form is for schools, SENCOs, local authority teams and professionals who would like to refer a young person for BHVA's Alternative Provision.
Once the referral is submitted, we will review the young person's needs, supporting information and hoped-for outcomes before creating a personalised proposal where appropriate.
Approved NNC Alternative Provision Provider
Before you start
Who can refer?
Schools, SENCOs, local authority teams, EHCP caseworkers and professionals.
What should you have ready?
EHCP, risk information, support plans, attendance details or professional notes where available.
What happens next?
We review the referral and create a proposal if BHVA is an appropriate fit.
Complete the AP referral form
Please complete the form with as much detail as possible
The information you provide helps us review suitability, understand the young person's needs and prepare a personalised proposal where appropriate.
You do not need every document to start the referral. If we need more information, we will contact you.
Submitting this form does not confirm provision. It starts the referral review process.
What happens after you submit the referral?
Submitting the form does not automatically confirm provision.
It begins the review process.
1. Referral received
The referral is sent to Beccy and Lindsey for review.
2. Information reviewed
We look at the young person's needs, current context, EHCP outcomes, risks, support requirements and hoped-for next steps.
3. Further conversation if needed
If we need more information, we may contact the referrer or relevant professional before preparing a proposal.
4. Proposal created
Where BHVA is an appropriate fit, we create a proposal outlining the recommended support, structure, intended outcomes and weekly rate.
5. Approval confirmed
Provision begins once the proposal has been greed by the person or organisation responsible or the funding decision.
6. Start and review arrangements agreed
We confirm start details, communication routes and review/reporting expectations.
What will the proposal include?
Every proposal is shaped around the young person.
Where appropriate, the proposal may include:
Recommended support
The type of prison we believe may be suitable.
Session structure
Suggested session length, frequency and delivery location.
Intended outcomes
The confidence, communication, regulation, EHCP or transition outcomes being supported.
Delivery route
Whether support is 1:1, group-based, school-based, studio-based or a combination.
Review and reporting
How progress, communication and review points will be managed.
Weekly rate
A clear weekly rate based on the recommended provision.
Trusted creative provision for different routes into learning
Support that helps professionals create safer, clearer next steps for young people who need a different route.
Approved AP Provider
NNC-approved Alternative Provision support.
Built Around Outcomes
Linked to EHCPs, goals and next steps.
Safer Support
Needs, risks and context reviewed first.
Creative Routes In
Using arts to support engagement.
Young Person First
Support shaped around their voice.
Small Steps Count
Progress recognised where appropriate.
Qualification Pathways
AQA awards, LAMDA and Level 2 Music options.
Clear Communication
Proposal, review and reporting agreed.
Trusted by Professionals
Working with schools and local authority teams.
Alternative Provision FAQs
Who can complete the AP referral form?
The form is for schools, SENCOs, local authority teams, EHCP caseworkers and other professionals involved in supporting the young person.
Can parents complete the AP referral form?
Parents and carers can ask questions, but official AP referrals usually need to come through a school, local authority team, EHCP caseworker or relevant professional.
If the enquiry is about EOTAS, this is a separate route.
Does submitting the form confirm provision?
No. Submitting the form starts the referral review process. Provision is only confirmed once suitability has been reviewed, a proposal has been created and the proposal has been approved.
What documents should be uploaded?
Useful documents include an EHCP, risk assessment, behaviour support plan, safeguarding plan, medical plan, attendance information and previous professional reports.
Does the young person need an EHCP
Not always, but if the young person has an EHCP, we will ask for it so provision can be considered alongside agree outcomes and support needs.
Can the referral include AP Youth Group?
Yes. If the young person may benefit from supported social confidence and communication work, please select AP Youth Group on the form.
Where does provision take place?
Most provision takes place at BHVA Studios. School-based delivery can be considered where appropriate.
How quickly will provision start?
Start dates depend on suitability, availability, the proposed support package and approval from the funding decision-maker.
Will the proposal include pricing?
Yes. The proposal will include the recommended support and weekly rate.
Not ready to complete the form?
If you are not sure whether BHVA's Alternative Provation is the right route, you can ask about suitability first.
Or, if you are ready:
Beccy Hurrell Voice & Arts Limited is registered in England. Company No: 13263202. Registered office: 10 Kirby Street, Kettering, NN15 5GR