EOTAS
Education Other Than At School

What is EOTAS?

Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) is education arranged under Section 61 of the Children and Families Act 2014. It applies when a child or young person cannot attend a mainstream or special school and is no longer registered on a school roll, because a school setting cannot meet their needs or attendance at school is no longer suitable.

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Under an EOTAS arrangement, education is delivered outside of a school environment through individually arranged provision. This may include one-to-one tuition at home or online.

 

The Local Authority (LA) has a statutory duty to secure suitable education for every child. Where no appropriate school placement is available, or where education in a school setting would be unsuitable, the LA may agree to arrange and fund an EOTAS package

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EOTAS may be a temporary arrangement, for example while a child is awaiting a new school placement. However, it can also be a long-term solution where it is clear that no suitable school placement can be identified.

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Parents who believe that EOTAS would be appropriate for their child may formally request an EOTAS package from their Local Authority. This ensures that the child continues to receive education and support outside of a school setting and without being registered at a school, in line with their needs and legal entitlements.

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​EOTAS with Spark Academy 

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At Spark Academy, we specialise in delivering EOTAS (Education Other Than at School) packages through our team of experienced, fully qualified teachers. Each of our tutors brings a wealth of expertise in supporting children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), as well as those with medical conditions, mental health challenges, or who have experienced trauma.

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Every EOTAS package we provide is completely bespoke, carefully designed around the unique needs of each child. From curriculum content and teaching approach to pacing and delivery method, every element is tailored to ensure your child receives the right support at the right time. At Spark Academy, the child is always at the heart of our decision-making, and their well-being, confidence, and progress remain our top priority.​

 

We work closely and collaboratively with Local Authorities, social workers, Virtual School Heads, and multi-agency teams to ensure a joined-up approach and the best possible outcomes for every child. Clear communication, accountability, and partnership are central to how we work.

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​We are an approved provider, operating under formal frameworks and supplier lists, with robust quality assurance processes in place across multiple regions within the UK. This enables Local Authorities to commission our services with confidence, knowing that our provision meets required standards and expectations.

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Some of the Local Authorities we currently work with include 

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