Every Child Deserves the Right Support
Finding the right educational placement should feel reassuring, not overwhelming. ARC Digital School works alongside families, schools and local authorities to create personalised placements that help every pupil thrive.
We Understand
Every family and professional comes to us with a different story. Whatever has brought you here, we will take time to understand the pupil’s circumstances before discussing the most appropriate next steps.
It Can Feel Overwhelming
We make the process clearer, calmer and easier to understand.
Every Situation Is Different
Every placement begins with listening to the people who know the pupil best.
You Do Not Need Every Answer
We will explain the available options and help identify a suitable pathway.
You Are Not on Your Own
Our team will work collaboratively with you throughout the placement journey.
Who We Work With
We welcome enquiries from families and professionals seeking a flexible, specialist and personalised education placement.
Parents & Carers
Helping families understand the available options and explore whether ARC may be the right fit.
Schools
Providing flexible education, alternative provision and support for pupils needing a different pathway.
Local Authorities & Professionals
Supporting commissioned placements with personalised planning, communication and regular progress review.
Your Placement Journey
We keep the process straightforward and ensure everyone understands what will happen next.
Talk to Us
Begin with an informal conversation.
Understand Needs
Explore strengths, needs and aspirations.
Identify a Pathway
Discuss the curriculum and support required.
Agree the Placement
Confirm provision, funding and arrangements.
Learning Begins
Start with a calm and carefully planned introduction.
Review Together
Share progress and agree future next steps.
Flexible Placement Options
The precise placement is agreed according to the pupil’s needs, intended outcomes and appropriate level of educational support.
How Placements Are Funded
ARC Digital School does not publish a standard price list because every placement is designed around the individual pupil and the agreed level of provision.
Costs may reflect curriculum requirements, learning hours, specialist support, reporting arrangements and review expectations.
A clear proposal is provided following discussion with the family, school or commissioning professional.
The ARC Promise
Our commitment is to make every conversation respectful, transparent and centred on the pupil.
We Listen First
Understanding comes before recommendations.
We Personalise
Every placement reflects individual needs and goals.
We Work Together
Families and professionals remain important partners.
We Communicate
Information and progress are shared clearly and regularly.
We Celebrate Progress
Every meaningful achievement deserves recognition.
We Put the Pupil First
The pupil remains at the centre of every decision.
Why Professionals Choose ARC
Commissioners and partner organisations can expect a clear, professional approach with provision focused on meaningful outcomes for the pupil.
- Specialist SEND experience
- Trauma-informed practice
- Personalised learning plans
- Flexible online provision
- Regular progress reporting
- Strong partnership working
Funding & Placement Questions
Who can make a referral?
Enquiries may come from families, schools, local authorities, social workers, Virtual Schools and registered care providers.
Does a pupil need an EHCP?
Not necessarily. The appropriate route depends on the pupil’s circumstances, needs and proposed funding arrangement.
Can a pupil join during the school year?
Yes. Start dates are discussed individually and depend on the information available and the arrangements that need to be made.
Can placements be part-time?
Placements may be full-time or form part of a broader, personalised education package where appropriate.
How is progress shared?
Reporting and review arrangements are agreed as part of the placement and may include written reports and professional review meetings.
Can pupils work towards qualifications?
Appropriate qualification pathways are discussed according to the pupil’s age, starting points, needs and future aspirations.
Every Great Placement Starts with a Conversation
Whether you are a parent, school, social worker, Virtual School or local authority professional, we would be pleased to discuss the pupil’s needs and possible next steps.
Arrange a Conversation