Primary Commissioned Pathway
Local Authorities & Commissioners
A structured, supervised education pathway commissioned by Local Authorities to support re-engagement, employability and sustained progression.
Delivery is aligned to Leadership Skills through Esports (Level 1 & Level 2), providing clear accreditation routes alongside measurable leadership, wellbeing and engagement outcomes. Programmes include defined reporting checkpoints, impact summaries and accountability-ready evidence. Designed for settings requiring high-quality provision where alternative engagement pathways may be limited.
Why Schools Choose School of Esports?
Engagement to Leadership
Structured competitive framework builds discipline and accountability.
Inspection-Ready Evidence
Mapped to: • Ofsted Personal Development • Estyn Skills • ISS SMSC
Career & Employability Pathways
Direct alignment to Gatsby Benchmarks and employer encounters.
All explicitly taught. Practised. Reviewed. Evidenced. Structured coaching with measurable outcomes.
Why Local Authorities Choose School of Esports
School of Esports delivers education-first provision for pupils who need a different route to succeed.
Local Authorities commission us because we provide:
- A credible alternative or blended provision
- Structured, supervised online delivery
- Clear leadership and employability outcomes
- Strong safeguarding and accountability
- Evidence of engagement, participation and progression
Our model supports pupils who are:
- Disengaged from mainstream education
- At risk of poor post-16 outcomes
- Lacking confidence, structure or purpose
- Better suited to vocational, skills-based learning
Esports is the context. Education is the driver. Leadership is the outcome.
Primary Commissioned Pathway
Leadership Skills Through Esports
The Leadership Skills through Esports Level 1 & Level 2 qualifications form the core of our commissioned offer and provide a progressive, recognised leadership pathway for LA cohorts.
Level 1 — Foundation Leadership
Designed for pupils who need:
- Confidence-building
- Re-engagement with structured learning
- Clear routines and expectations
Pupils develop:
- Communication and teamwork
- Organisation and responsibility
- Positive learning behaviours
- Self-belief and engagement
Level 2 — Leadership in Practice
Designed for pupils ready to:
- Take greater responsibility
- Lead tasks and projects
- Prepare for post-16 progression
Pupils demonstrate:
- Independent leadership
- Planning and problem-solving
- Professional communication
- Accountability and self-management
Extended Commissioning Options
Esports Extra-Curricular Activities
A structured enrichment offer that:
- Reinforces leadership behaviours
- Builds routine and positive engagement
- Supports wellbeing and social development
- Complements core provision
Ideal for:
- Part-time placements
- Engagement interventions
- Reintegration support
- Early-stage re-engagement
Careers Workshops
Targeted, high-impact workshops that:
- Translate interests into real career pathways
- Build aspiration, motivation and direction
- Support Gatsby-aligned careers outcomes
- Reinforce employability and leadership skills
Effective for:
- KS3–KS5 cohorts
- NEET-risk pupils
- Post-16 transition preparation
Safeguarding & Accountability
Local Authorities require assurance. We provide it.
Provision is delivered with education-first intent — not entertainment — within professionally supervised, live online environments designed for structured engagement and measurable outcomes.
• Secure platforms with defined conduct standards
• Professional supervision and structured session protocols
• Clear communication channels and scheduled review checkpoints
• Accountability-ready reporting aligned to commissioning expectations
Designed to give commissioners confidence in both delivery and impact.
Commissioner Endorsements
Why this matters for commissionerS
A Strategic Skills Pathway, Not a Short-Term Fix
School of Esports delivers:
- Clear intent — leadership, employability, progression
- Strong implementation — structured, supervised, consistent
- Measurable impact — engagement, confidence, next steps
This is a long-term pathway that supports pupils to re-enter education, training or employment with confidence.
Commission With Confidence
