We offer a variety of Alternative Curriculum programmes that take in to account the need to provide an environment where young people are supported in developing life and social skills,that will enable them to develop their self-esteem and confidence.
The programme offers each individual a personalised learning programme. Personalised learning means: - high expectation of every young person when careful attention is paid to their individual learning style, motivations and needs
- rigorous use of target setting linked to high quality assessments
- lessons well placed and enjoyable
- pupils supported by partnership with others well beyond the classroom.“
Extract from David Milliband, Minister of State for School Standards at North England Education Conference,8/1/04)
The programme runs for 30 weeks and includes the provision of relevant work experience
appropriate to the individual learners’needs and interests. Learners following this course will
have the opportunity to produce evidence for Functional Skills and the Wider Key Skills of: Working With Others
Improving Own Learning and Performance
Problem Solving. In addition to achieving a recognised Certificate from either BTEC,
NCFE or OCN (dependent on option taken). Certificates will be awarded at
Entry Level – Level 2 dependent on the individual needs of the learner.
Learner’s achievement will assessed using a range of diverse assessment
methods appropriate to the learner’s needs and abilities. |
