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    Short-Term vs Long-Term Alternative Provision Placements

    Summary

    Short-term placements (6-12 weeks) focus on intervention and reintegration. Long-term placements (1-2 years) provide sustained support for complex needs through to qualifications and transition.

    Comparison

    AspectShort-Term (6-12 weeks)Long-Term (1-2 years)
    GoalAssessment, stabilisation, reintegrationQualifications, sustained progress
    Best ForCrisis intervention, managed movesComplex SEMH, permanent exclusion
    OutcomeReturn to mainstreamPost-16 transition