About us - The Alternative Scene

A few words about About us

The Alternative Scene is a UNIQUE and NEW Alternative Provision (AP) in the North East of England, established in 2025.

The Alternative Scene have created a bespoke programme suitable for both primary and secondary school children, to engage and identify positive relationships with other children and teaching staff through media, radio, drama, music performance and creating events.

Subject modules will feature core elements of performance and event management, as well as the roles, responsibilities and processes which connect them. Children will learn the key skills and strategies to effectively create, plan and produce their own event and / or develop their performance and technique as a performer/ producer/ designer. There will also be opportunities for children who are interested and show a flair for Art, to illustrate and design back drops and characters.
For secondary school students in years 10 or 11, there will be opportunities for work experience through our professional links within the media and event industry.
For the non performing children the course will include devising a business plan, working out a budget, identifying a target audience and advertising / marketing strategies for the event.
Students aged 13 and above will have access to AQA accredited courses, which can include script writing, theatrical makeup, web design, radio presenting and additional diverse subjects.

Engagement and Performance Activities, Social Development and Future Guidance led by professionals in the media and event industry.
Creating positive outcomes and a sense of belonging, combined with coping strategies and regulation processes.
We aim to assist every young person to aspire to achieve their educational and SEMH goals.

9.30am - 2.30pm (Can be changed
according to school)
£80 - £95 per child per day, depending on transport. (We accept children for a trial period/hours per week)