School Links Curriculum

Our Early College Transfer (ECT) programme offers schools and Year 11 pupils a challenging alternative curriculum for a specific group of learners.

It provides students who may be disengaged in mainstream school, or for whom school is not considered to be the best option, the opportunity to complete their final year of school with us at College. The provision is also available to a small number of elected home school students who are registered with the local EHE team.

ECT is a full-time provision where students attend College for three to four days each week and are infilled into a post-16 group in a vocational subject area of their choice – typically at Level 1. Learners will combine this vocational subject with extra Maths and English classes. 

Pupils remain on the school's register and the school is responsible for organising any additional learning or work experience for the learner on days when they are not in college.

One year full time provision equates to 17 hours per-week for 36 weeks (15 hours per-week for EHE students).

Minimum £17 per-pupil, per-hour.

Part-time courses for year 9,10 and 11 students in a range of subject areas.

Technical Awards are broad, high quality Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications that equip students with applied knowledge and associated practical skills not usually acquired through general education.

Our new programme of study offers accredited two/three year part-time courses for school-age learners in Years 9,10 and 11. These vocational qualifications carry Performance Points which contribute towards Progress and Attainment 8.

We have a range of accredited courses, short courses, taster sessions and Taster Days available to schools.

One or two year part-time accredited courses for Year 10/11 pupils in a range of vocational areas.

£100 per hour per group (max 12).

Delivered by the College four times each academic year, these dedicated Taster Days give pupils the opportunity to experience life as a college student. They can choose to study two vocational subjects or four A Level subjects for the day, gaining hands-on insight into their areas of interest. Lunch is provided and the events are subsidised by the College.

Available on request from schools, taster sessions can be delivered in the morning, afternoon or as twilight provision for students in Years 9 to 11. Schools can choose from a wide range of subject areas, giving pupils the chance to explore new interests and gain valuable insight into future study options.

These sessions are offered free of charge.

Available on request from schools, College Tutors can deliver subject-specific sessions within schools. 

These sessions are offered free of charge.

A guided tour of individual College Campuses, with lunch included. Maximum 16 pupils at any one time. Schedule runs between 9.30am and 3pm at the convenience of the school.

These sessions are offered free of charge.

Programmes available include Year 10 Pre-Early College Transfer, Vocational Carousel and Flex Transition.

Variable - please contact the School Partnerships Team.