Welcome to PiXL Alternative
Supporting schools in Alternative Provisions (APs) across all Key Stages
We believe in life chances and outcomes for all students. Our most vulnerable students need our very best and in Alternative Provision we see many students thrive where previously they have not always been able to. We work alongside virtual schools and APs, as well as with leaders who have set up ‘schools within schools’ for students who need something different in order to thrive.
We meet at National Conferences and virtually across the year to discuss the big issues that we are facing in the alternative sector. This is alternative, so we do things a little differently. We tackle the topics that we know you want to hear about and provide opportunities for us to learn from each other throughout the year.
We know that alternative settings face similar but also very different challenges. Your PiXL membership includes Primary National Conferences and resources, as well as Secondary, so that you have access to materials that can be used across the age range according to the stage of development a child is at. We also offer a significantly reduced fee because we know that your provisions are often small.
As part of your membership, you have access to:
Primary-aged resources
including reading, maths, GPS, handwriting packages, oracy and communication, and a range of therapy resources to help students overcome the gaps.
Secondary-aged resources
Including reading, English, maths and science, teaching and learning, motivation and resilience, and a range of resources on wellbeing.
Access to Primary and Secondary National Conferences – 6 across the year in total.
There are specific Time to Think breakout sessions for Alternative members at every Secondary National Conference.
PiXL Alternative networks
Across the year.
PiXL Build Up
20 modules of work for students who are working towards a Grade 4, but may be finding it a challenge. These narrated PowerPoints, workbooks and knowledge mats enable students to study a blend of English, maths and science in the real world, alongside material on careers, character and wellbeing. Each module comes with a certificate of completion.
The PiXL Maths App
Which adapts to the needs of the student and targets areas of weakness.
The best way to experience what being part of PiXL is like is to attend our next National Conference as a guest. Email membership@pixl.org.uk to arrange your attendance at the next one as a guest school.
Find out a little more about our leadership offer by visiting the pages below:
Membership subscription fees
Membership subscription fees cover the academic year from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2026.
All prices stated do not include VAT. Please contact membership@pixl.org.uk for the current in-year subscription fees.
| PiXL Alternative 2025-26 Subscription | £1,820 |
What people say
In a world of uncertainty, PiXL continues to show its true worth to schools across the nation. The integrity and humility with which the organisation works are quite unique in the world of education support and their drive to focus on the best for our young people is indubitable. Constantly offering support in key areas where the need is greatest, PiXL continues to be the greatest source of support imaginable.
Headteacher, PiXL Secondary school
PiXL provides a reassuring touchstone, and never more has that been so important to school leaders. PiXL is populated with like-minded and motivated colleagues who give due thought and consideration about how to best approach the myriad of decisions school leaders take every day. I’ve worked with PiXL for 8 years now and every meeting leaves me inspired to try new ideas, reassured about things my school is doing well and resolved to continually do better for the young people in my school.
Headteacher, PiXL Secondary school
I can honestly say this has been one of the instrumental factors in our success story. The ideas, resources and expertise, which has been so willingly shared by the whole PiXL team, has enabled our Sixth Form to continually change and radically improve. Every single meeting has been packed with fresh ideas and practical tips to help students thrive, both academically and also as a well-rounded individual.
Headteacher, PiXL Post 16 school
Post-16 support and resources are top quality — the adaptability of resources makes tailoring them to your students straightforward. The PiXL team are always open to suggestions and strive to ensure hard-working and innovative staff have a support base. They inspire teachers of all levels of experience.
Senior Leader, PiXL Post 16 school
PiXL is more than just a network of schools; it is a welcoming organisation, with highly experienced people, offering unparalleled professional support and CPD. PiXL will continue to improve the education system and culture of the schools, Sixth Forms and colleges who introduce and embed their strategies, as it has already.
Senior Leader, PiXL Post 16 school
As a member, PiXL provides our school with a wealth of professional development opportunities and high-quality resources for all areas of the core curriculum. Their approach of diagnosis, therapy, testing and revisiting enables us to easily identify children’s next steps on a one-to-one, small group and whole-class basis and then tailor our interventions and whole-class teaching to fill their gaps.
Executive Headteacher, PiXL Primary school
I trust my leaders with PiXL: PiXL leadership moves with the times and develops all tiers of leaders, ranging from my new middle leaders to my most experienced Heads of School. It has inspired them to question and challenge themselves, whilst holding their hand and supporting their next steps.
Headteacher, PiXL Post 16 school
Interested in joining us?
We’ll invite you to access our next event as a guest to gain better insight into what PiXL is like and how becoming a member could benefit your Alternative Provision.
For any other questions, contact us on our Contact Form or call 07799 892120.
