About BCIS

A different environment. A real route forward.

Full-time alternative provision for Year 10 and Year 11 students who are ready to reconnect with education through creative music and media.

Welcome to Big Creative Independent School

Big Creative Independent School (BCIS) provides high-quality Alternative Provision for Year 10 and Year 11 students who are interested in Creative Music and Media and are seeking an environment where they can thrive and achieve their potential.

Our full-time, five-day-per-week programme is delivered by experienced teachers who are also active industry professionals, providing students with both expert guidance and valuable insight into creative careers.

Students have access to industry-standard facilities, including the latest Apple Mac computers and professional creative software, enabling them to develop practical skills and produce high-quality work that supports their future progression.

The BCIS community together in a performance space
BCIS community

To transform the lives of young people through inspirational teaching, providing exceptional access to career opportunities in the creative industries.

To get disaffected young people back on track in their lives through high-quality vocational courses.

To be recognised as an outstanding provider and to ensure our graduates are empowered to lead purposeful lives with integrity.

To place the wellbeing and development of our young people and the local community at the heart of the organisation.

You brought our child back to us.

What parents say

100%of students rate their overall experience at BCIS as good or outstanding.

Small by design. Serious about outcomes.

Provision
Alternative Provision, Key Stage 4
Age range
14–16
Gender
Mixed
School capacity
20
Maximum class size
15
Headteacher
Mr Ian Morton
Local authority
Waltham Forest (320)
URN
141411
OfstedGood
Leaders and staff successfully ignite young people's enthusiasm for learning.
Rated 'Outstanding' in 'Behaviour & Attitudes'.Read the official Ofsted record ↗