Gaming & Tech
That Changes Lives
Player Ready is the UK's leading tech-skills-based SEND alternative provision provider. We use gaming, coding and virtual reality to engage, inspire and educate young people who need a different approach.
Our Mission
To be the UK's leading provider of tech-skills-based alternative provision for young people with SEND. We combine gaming and technology with specialist mentoring to re-engage students, build confidence and deliver real qualifications — all in environments where they feel safe and excited to learn.
VR Experiences
Alternative Provision
Coding Clubs
What We Stand For
The principles that guide everything we do.
Every Young Person Matters
We believe every child deserves the chance to thrive, regardless of their background, diagnosis or educational history. Our mentoring is built around each individual.
Technology as a Superpower
Gaming and tech aren't distractions — they're bridges. We use Minecraft, Roblox, coding and VR to unlock engagement, build confidence and teach real-world skills.
Safety First, Always
Every team member is DBS-checked and safeguarding-trained. We're Ofsted registered, NOCN approved and hold ourselves to the highest standards of care.
Real Outcomes
We don't just keep young people busy. We deliver accredited qualifications, measurable progress and genuine pathways into education, training and employment.
Our Story
From a single VR arcade to a nationwide education provider.
Player Ready founded in Plymouth by Stephen & Karen Parkinson
Launched alternative provision alongside VR experiences
Expanded to Exeter and Taunton
Opened Truro venue, became NOCN approved centre
Portsmouth venue opens, online mentoring goes nationwide
Ofsted registered, AQA centre status, 250+ students supported
Continued growth across all venues, Post-16 qualifications launched
Our Team
50+ DBS-checked, safeguarding-trained specialists across five venues and online.
Leadership
Venue Managers & Core Team
Mentors & VR Hosts
40+ dedicated mentors and VR hosts across all venues and online. Every team member is DBS enhanced checked, safeguarding trained, and passionate about gaming and tech.
Where to Find Us
Five physical venues across the South West and South Coast, plus online nationwide.
Plymouth
2 Lockyers Quay, Plymouth, Devon
Exeter
Passmore House, Grace Road Central, Marsh Barton, Exeter, Devon EX2 8QA
Taunton
35 Bridge Street, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1TP
Truro
2nd Floor, Chiltern House, Truro, Cornwall TR1 2SF
Portsmouth
Bridge Shopping Centre, 93 Fratton Road, Portsmouth
Online
Nationwide 1:1 mentoring via video call
Ready to Work With Us?
Whether you're a parent, school, local authority or just curious — we'd love to hear from you.