About Us
Parity Education and Careers Services was set up in response to the needs of children and young people. We provide specialist educational support services for children and young people, particularly those who are vulnerable, including children with additional learning needs and EHCP.
Our values and mission
Our mission at Parity Education and Careers Services is to ensure that every young person, regardless of background, academic ability, personal challenges, or circumstances, has the opportunity to thrive in education and beyond. We are committed to breaking down barriers to learning by providing tailored support that enables students to unlock their full potential, make measurable progress, and rediscover a love for learning.
Through targeted intervention and high-quality teaching, we help close gaps in knowledge and understanding across the national curriculum, ensuring that students not only catch up but also build a strong foundation for future success. Alongside academic development, we prioritise the acquisition of essential employability and life skills-such as communication, problem solving, resilience, and teamwork-so that students are fully prepared for the demands of further education, training, and the world of work.
Our overarching objective is to inspire confidence, raise aspirations, and empower every learner to set ambitious goals, surpass expectations, and achieve sustainable long-term outcomes. We believe in nurturing the whole child-academically, socially, and emotionally-so that they leave us not only with the qualifications they need, but with the character, skills, and determination to build successful and fulfilling futures.
Policies and Procedures
Below is a list of our Policies and Procedures
Information for parents
Our Partners
Parity Education and Careers Services undertakes a wide range of partnership work with schools, social workers, youth offending teams, and multiple organisations across England. We are also accredited providers of alternative education in collaboration with local authorities, some of which are listed below.
Our Team
At Parity Education and Careers Services, our team is united by a passion for helping young people achieve their full potential. With expertise in teaching, careers guidance, and community engagement, we work together to support disadvantaged students, school refusers, children in care, and those with additional learning needs. Our staff bring years of professional experience from education, youth work, and employability sectors. By combining personalised tutoring, practical careers advice, and strong community partnerships, we ensure every young person we work with is given the tools, opportunities, and confidence to succeed.
Patrick Iberi (Founder and Head of Provision)
Patrick Iberi is the visionary founder of Parity Education and Careers Services, established with a mission to bridge the gap for disadvantaged learners, school refusers, children in care, and young people with additional learning needs. With over 20 years of teaching and pastoral experience in mainstream and alternative provisions, he has dedicated his career to empowering young people who often fall through the cracks of mainstream education. He has worked with disaffected students and successfully implemented strategies to support vulnerable young people at risk of exclusion. Over the years, Patrick progressed into leadership roles in alternative education, where he successfully designed and implemented tailored learning programmes for students who required more flexible and supportive environment. His work has consistently focused on improving attainment, fostering resilience, and preparing children and young people for meaningful futures.
Sarah Thompson (Lead Tutor)
Sarah has over 15 years of experience in secondary and further education, specialising in supporting students with additional learning needs and those at risk of exclusion. She previously worked as a Senior SEN Coordinator in a London academy, where she developed tailored learning pathways and led a team of teaching assistants. Sarah also holds a PGCE in English and a Level 7 qualification in teaching students with specific learning difficulties.
James Novak (Vocational/Practical Learning Tutor)
James has 8 years of experience supporting young people in alternative provision and vocational education settings. With a background in Design & Technology and applied sciences, he specialises in helping students develop hands-on skills that prepare them for apprenticeships, college courses, and employment. James is also skilled in engaging learners who may not thrive in traditional academic pathways.
Naomi Williams (Careers & Employability Advisor)
Naomi has 10 years’ experience in careers guidance and employability services, working with young people in schools, colleges, and local councils. She is a qualified Level 6 Careers Guidance Practitioner and has a strong track record of securing work placements and apprenticeships for students who are often overlooked in mainstream settings.
Andrei Petrov (SEND Manager)
Andrei has over a decade of experience in special educational needs and disability (SEND) support, working across schools, colleges, and local authorities. He has previous experience managing SEND, ensuring compliance with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and developing targeted interventions. Andrei holds a postgraduate qualification in Inclusive Education and is passionate about breaking down barriers to learning.
FAQs
Do you hold exams? What if they struggle to leave the home?
Yes, we hold exams including but not limited to Functional Skills, GCSE’s, A Levels, BTEC, Level 2 and 3 Access Courses. Depending on the child’s needs and access arrangements, these can sometimes be taken in the home setting under exam conditions.
What needs do you work with?
We work with a variety of needs including but not limited to dyslexia, dyspraxia, mental health, ADHD, ADD, ASD, ODD, OCD, medical needs, those with communication difficulties, eating disorders, EBD, cognition and learning difficulties, social, emotional, and health difficulties, and sensory and/or physical needs.
What if the student doesn't hold an EHCP?
If the EHCP is in process, we can look into starting admission with us. However, if the student does not hold an EHCP, our advice is always to start the process of applying for an EHCP assessment through the parent or school setting. If this is not possible, there are sometimes other agencies that will allow us to work with the student.
Do they have lessons with other children?
In the main, our pupils are taught 2:1, however there are opportunities to work with peers outside of academic lessons.
Do you have social activities where they can meet their peers?
Yes, we encourage our students to interact with and support each other at our internal events such as our Winter Showcase talent show, Awards Evening, and Sports Day.
Can lessons take place outside of the home?
This is possible once our staff have established a rapport with the student.
Can your staff take them out of the house?
Where we are able to work 2:1 with students, we are able to take them out of the home to other settings for lessons, as well as for trips with parent/carer permission.
Contact Us
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Let’s talk. Our team is ready to help you. Contact us for personalised consultations and referrals.