Young person looking forward with hope

Referrals

Refer a young person to us

We make the referral process as straightforward as possible. Our team will be in touch within 48 hours of receiving your enquiry.

01

Submit this form

Complete the referral form below with details about the young person and their current situation.

02

Initial response

A member of our team will contact you within 48 hours to discuss the referral and answer any questions.

03

Assessment visit

We arrange a meeting with the young person and their family to understand their needs and ensure a good fit.

04

Placement begins

Once agreed, we work with you to plan a supported transition and confirm the commissioning arrangement.

Affable is an "All Inclusive" provider.

Is this provision right for your student?

We accept referrals from schools, local authorities, and other statutory bodies for young people aged 4–25 who may, but are not limited to the folowing:

  • SEMH needs impacting school attendance or engagement
  • Persistent school refusal or anxiety
  • Fixed-term or permanent exclusion
  • At risk of exclusion or managed move
  • Awaiting EHCP assessment or specialist placement
  • Returning from a period of absence or illness
  • Neurodivergent needs not met in current setting

Not sure if we're the right fit? Call us — we're always happy to have an informal conversation before a formal referral.

Prefer to talk first?

Referral Form

All information is treated in strict confidence and handled in accordance with our privacy policy and GDPR obligations.

Referring Organisation
Student Information

Please do not include the student's name at this stage. We will request full details once we have confirmed we can support the referral.

48-hour response

We acknowledge every referral within two working days, without exception.

No obligation

An initial conversation carries no commitment. We'll discuss fit openly and honestly.

Confidential

All referral information is handled with strict confidentiality and in line with GDPR.

Affable Alternative Provision

A warm, structured alternative provision supporting young people back into learning.

Contact

affablealternativeprovision.com

[email protected]

We respond to all referrals within 48 hours.

Safeguarding

Affable Alternative Provision is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff hold enhanced DBS clearance.

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