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Table of Contents Section A - Pre 16 Providers……………………………………….......................................................................3
LBH Quality Assured Providers
Green Corridor……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………4
The Inclusion Trust – Notschool and SchoolXtra……………………………………………………………..………………5
West Thames College – School Links…………………….............................................................................6
West Thames College – ESOL………………………………….………………………………………………………………..……7
West Thames College – Fresh Start…………………………………………………………………………….…………………8
Ofsted Inspected Providers
NTS Group……………………………………………………………............................................................................9
PPP – Pupil Parent Partnership……………………………………………………………………………………………………..10
Redwood Education…………………………………………..…………………….......................................................11
TLG West London: The Education Charity…………………………………………………………………………………….12
Outsource Training and Development………………………………………………………………………………………….13
Capel Manor College………………………………………………….……………………..............................................14
Insights School and Skills Academy…………………………….....................................................................15
Hillingdon Training Ltd………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...16
London Skills Academy………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...17
Section B - Post 16 Providers…………………………………………………………................................................18
LBH Quality Assured Providers
Green Corridor………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....19
Ofsted Inspected Providers
Happy Child………………………………………………………………………………………..………………………………………..20
Outsource Training and Development…………………….…………..……………………………………………………….21
Redwood Education and Skills………………………………………………………………………………………………………22
Richmond Adult Community College……………………………………….……………………………………………………23
Capel Manor College……………………………………………….……………………….…………………………………………..24
Insights School and Skills Academy………………………….……………………………………………………………………25
Hillingdon Training Ltd......................................................................................................................26
TLE Ltd (The Leading Edge)……………………………………………………..……………………………………………………27
Way to Work………………………………………………………………………………………...........................................28
PRESET Charitable Trust…………………………………………………………….………………………………………………..29
London Skills Academy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………30
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Directory of Alternative Provision
Pre 16 Providers
Section A
The London Borough of Hounslow has created an Approved Directory of Alternative
Providers offering pre and post 16 education and training to young people living in
the Borough.
The main purpose of the Directory is to provide Hounslow Schools with
comprehensive information about the range of alternative provision available for
their students. The Directory will also support Schools seeking to deliver impartial
IAG by providing up to date information about the range of opportunities for
students to progress into Post 16 learning or employment with training.
The Directory contains only those providers that have been subject to an Ofsted
Inspection or have successfully completed the Boroughs own Quality Assurance
process. The QA process covers the following nine key themes.
1) Safeguarding 2) Health and safety 3) Achievement and Standards 4) Teaching and Learning 5) Admissions, Guidance and Support 6) Learner Entitlement 7) Leadership and Management 8) Professional Development 9) Employer Engagement
Further details of the Quality Assurance Framework and Process are available on
request.
This Directory is a working document and will be updated on a regular basis to
reflect changes in local provision. The next update will be circulated in January
2013
James Nwaogwugwu – Head of Commissioned Education Tel: 0208 583 4178 Nina Johal – 14-19 Development Officer Tel: 0208 583 5785
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Green Corridor Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Green Corridor’s primary aim is to reduce social exclusion and improve the education opportunities in some of the poorest areas of West London. Our mission is to improve the access of 14-25 year olds to employment, education and training through practical land-based learning. Providing accredited training through an informal yet structured programme, we engage young people with activities that are achievable and that encourage a high degree of self-motivation. Our programmes reward participation with tangible outcomes such as a qualification, a visibly improved local environment or the highly visible outcome of growing plants and vegetables.Green Corridor’s ambition is to be recognised as an organisation that uses its environmental knowledge and skills to address the everyday challenges faced by young people. Teamwork, communication, timekeeping and dressing appropriately are a few of the skills and qualities needed for land based work and that also relate to the wider workforce. Site Manager Jean Rolfe Type of Provision
The Courtyard Shoreham Road Upper Beeding Steyning West Sussex BN44 3TN Tel: 01403 713567 [email protected]
Certificates and Awards in conservation, horticulture and personal development; Edexcel and ABC Awards - Entry 2, Entry 3 and Level 1 Awards and Certificates. Land based Skills Foundation - Activities such as bush-craft and outdoor cookery, all designed to focus on personal development, employability and leadership. Land based Volunteering – practical conservation work designed to develop team work, communication and contribution
Date of Quality Assurance 24th May 2012 Name of Assessors James Nwaogwugwu & Nina Johal
Age Range 14-25 Edexcel & ABC Award
No sanctions
Quality Assurance Grade Approved
Days Offered
Monday 8.00 - 4.00
Tuesday 8.00 - 4.00
Wednesday 8.00 - 4.00
Thursday 8.00 - 4.00
Friday 8.00 - 4.00
Qualifications Offered
Qualification Level Awarding Body
Certificate Practical Horticulture Skills Entry 2, 3 Level 1, 2, 3
ABC Awards
Award Practical Horticultural Skills Entry 2, 3 Level 1, 2, 3
ABC Awards
Certificate Practical Conservation Entry 3 Level 1, 2,
ABC Awards
Award Practical Conservation Entry 2, 3 Level 1, 2,
ABC Awards
Certificate Practical Environmental Studies
Level 2 ABC Awards
Diploma in Conservation Level 1, 2, 3 ABC Awards
Diploma in Conservation Level 2, 3 Edexcel
Personal and Social Development Entry Level 1 Level 1
ABC Awards
Certificate in Work Skills Level 1 Edexcel
Needs Supported
NEET, Learning Difficulties or Disabilities (LDD), Youth Offending, Low Educational Attainment, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Behavioural, Emotional or Social Disorders (BESD), Asylum Seekers
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The Inclusion Trust - Notschool and SchoolXtra Mission Statement and Key Objectives
The Inclusion Trust is a charity, which exists to advance learning opportunities for people that are excluded or disengaged from traditional education systems. Using innovative pedagogical approaches we aim to engage some of the most disaffected and marginalised young people in society. Notschool; offers a uniquely different provision for young people who, for a variety of reasons, are unable to engage with traditional school or other complementary provisions such as home tutoring or specialist units. Students in Notschool are provided with Mac technology, an e-Portfolio and a virtual community space for all to participate in and share learning. Qualified teachers engage with the young people, using a personalised approach. Learning gains and progression are carefully monitored enabling our young people to gain point-carrying qualifications recognised on the national framework including GCSEs. Notschool is viewed as a ‘stepping stone’, providing skills and qualifications to make a successful and sustainable transition to further education, training and adult life. SchoolXtra; offers a new short-term provision aimed at supporting those at risk of exclusion back to school. This provision uses the pedagogical methods and systems described for Notschool, focusing on re-engagement, learning skill development and progression particularly in English and Maths.
Site Manager Maggie Kalnins Type of Provision Notschool / SchoolXtra
The Coach House, Stansted Hall, Stansted Mountfitchet, Burton End, Essex, CM24 8UD [email protected] Tel: 01279 816 082 Fax: 01279 812 503 www.inclusiontrust.org
Notschool LONG TERM PROVISION offers:
7 day a week, year round alternative learning.
Improved school outcomes towards reaching the schools 5+ A*-C (or equivalents) including English and Maths.
Secure progression towards point carrying Qualifications ratified by QCA, further learning including FE and apprenticeship schemes.
Robust monitoring systems cited by the Audit Commission.
Fully inclusive service for Learning, pastoral and technical support.
Close relationship with referrers, termly progress reporting and more frequent by negotiation.
Opportunity to reach expected levels of progress in English and Maths particularly for ‘low attainers’.
Significantly Improve attendance, self-discipline and attitudes to learning.
SchoolXtra SHORT TERM PROVISION offers:
The Notschool principles and focusing on core subjects developed to return young people to school.
Schools must provide the technology.
Date of Audit 9 May 2012 Name of Assessors James Nwaogwugwu & Nina Johal
Quality Assurance Grade Approved Age Range 11-17
Days Offered Notschool and SchoolXtra
Monday - Sunday 24 hours
Qualifications Offered
The Inclusion Trust is a registered centre for the NCFE, Cambridge and CACHE examination boards, offering a full range of qualifications from Entry Level to Level 3 including GCSEs - offered in conjunction and agreement with referrers. We also offer an extensive range of point carrying qualifications in addition to functional skills.
Needs Supported
Notschool and SchoolXtra provides an online learning community for young people aged 11-17 with a range of needs and barriers to learning e.g. CAMHS, Statement of SEN, teenage parent, young carer, poor health, excluded, disaffected, behaviour and attendance concerns. We also accept refugees where age indeterminable, young people with ISSP’s or ASBOs, young people registered with CAMHS, travellers and other itinerants and carers.
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West Thames College – School Links Key Objectives/Mission Statement
West Thames College specialises in vocational courses that give real insight to the world of work and offers subjects that cannot always be studied at school. Students have access to state of the art workshops, studios and salons, and our tutors are industry professionals – providing the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed.
Site Manager Beverley Mcguire Type of Provision
West Thames College London Road Isleworth Middlesex TW4 7BH 02088186850 [email protected]
Vocational Link courses are for 14-16 year old school pupils who would like to try different subjects and gain vocational qualifications at Level 1 or Level 2 alongside their GCSEs. These courses are suitable for students of all abilities, but particularly aimed at students who want to follow a vocational route rather than A levels. Students will be able to progress onto a higher level vocational qualification or into employment. Courses are delivered at the Feltham Skills Centre Boundaries Road, Feltham, Middlesex, TW13 5DT
Accessibility
Bus The 285 and 490 bus routes stop on Uxbridge Road. Get off the bus by the footbridge (near the Airman public house). Other buses - the 235, 117, 90 and H25 stop on Feltham High Street which is a 10 minute walk away from the Skills Centre. The 235 and 117 buses will take you from the Skills Centre to the Isleworth campus.
Trains run from Waterloo (central London) to Feltham station approx every 15 minutes (Reading or Windsor lines). The Feltham Skills Centre is a 10 minute walk from Feltham station
Tube The college is a 15 minute walk from the nearest tube station - either Hounslow East or Osterley.
Ofsted Grade 3 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 22nd November 2010 Partnership working is good. Links with local schools and Hounslow Borough Council are strong. The college plays a key role in the development of provision for 14 to 19 year olds. Links with community groups, support agencies and higher education benefit young people. Close links with employers ensure work placements and vocationally relevant experience for students.
Age Range 14-16
Date of Quality Assurance 29th May 2012 Name of Assessors James Nwaogwugwu & Nina Johal Quality Assurance Grade Approved
Days Offered
Tuesday Yr 10, Thursday Yr 11
Qualifications Offered
Edexcel introductory Certificate in Construction (Level 1 Edexcel Introductory Diploma in Construction (Level 1) Edexcel First Certificate in Construction (Level 2) IMI Motor Vehicle (Diploma) in Vehicle Inspection (Level 2) City & Guilds Certificate in General Cookery (Level 1) Edexcel Certificate (NVQ) in Hairdressing and barbering (Level 1) Edexcel Extended Certificate in Engineering (Level 2)
Needs Supported
Learners who have been identified as needing a more vocational curriculum
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West Thames College - ESOL Key Objectives/Mission Statement
The ESOL programme strives to break down the barriers of ESOL learners through encouraging realistic expectations and setting/achieving personal goals for the students so they can progress to mainstream education
Site Manager June Hammond Type of Provision
School Link Administrator West Thames College Isleworth Middlesex TW7 4HS Suzanne Langton- Sanchez [email protected] Tel No: 02088186849
Full time programme designed to help learners develop English language skills, enabling them to progress to further vocational or academic courses by combining language learning with practical activities and the development of personal and life skills.
Accessibility
Bus 117,235,237 and H37
Trains Waterloo to Isleworth Station via Brentford or Hounslow
Tube Piccadilly line to Osterley station or Hounslow East
Ofsted Grade 3 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 22nd November 2010 Partnership working is good. Links with local schools and Hounslow Borough Council are strong. The college plays a key role in the development of provision for 14 to 19 year olds. Links with community groups, support agencies and higher education benefit young people. Close links with employers ensure work placements and vocationally relevant experience for students.
Age Range 14-16
Date of Quality Assurance 29th May 2012 Name of Assessors James Nwaogwugwu & Nina Johal Quality Assurance Grade Approved
Days Offered
Monday Full-Time
Qualifications Offered
Edexcel Skills for Life ESOL (all skills, all Entry levels and level 1 with vocational qualifications as below) Pre-GCSE Science ICT Business Construction
Needs Supported
Young people whose first language is not English, who have recently arrived in the UK or who have been at an English school for a short time but have few qualifications.
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West Thames College – Fresh Start Key Objectives/Mission Statement
The Fresh Start programme strives to break down the barriers learning through encouraging realistic expectations, setting and achieving personal goals for the students, whilst gaining qualifications in their chosen pathways.
Fresh Start Co-ordinator Julie Macsorley Type of Provision:
West Thames College London Road Isleworth TW7 4HS 0208 326 2041 [email protected]
Full-time programme of study for learners who for a variety of reasons access education in a further education environment as opposed to school. Students study a variety of vocational options alongside qualification in English and Maths GCSE or Functional Skills according their ability. Learners also benefit from a strong enrichment programme.
Accessibility
Bus 117,235,237 and H37
Trains Waterloo to Isleworth Station via Brentford or Hounslow
Tube Piccadilly line to Osterley station or Hounslow East
Ofsted Grade 3 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 22nd November 2010 Partnership working is good. Links with local schools and Hounslow Borough Council are strong. The college plays a key role in the development of provision for 14 to 19 year olds. Links with community groups, support agencies and higher education benefit young people. Close links with employers ensure work placements and vocationally relevant experience for students. Young people aged 14 to 16 from local schools enjoy a variety of vocational options at the college. A Fresh Start programme engages and motivates vulnerable and disaffected young people and their progression to further education and employment is good.
Age Range 14-16
Date of Quality Assurance 29th May 2012 Name of Assessors James Nwaogwugwu & Nina Johal Quality Assurance Grade Approved
Days Offered
Monday All students attend over a period of five days.
Qualifications Offered
BTEC Level 1 Certificate QCF Travel & Tourism BTEC Level 1 Certificate QCF Construction BTEC Level 1 Certificate QCF Sports & Active Leisure BTEC Level 1 Certificate QCF Art & Design BTEC Level 1 Work Skills Award QCF GCSE – English, Maths Functional Skills – Literacy, Numeracy, ICT
Needs Supported
All students are given an individual timetable. All students are allocated a personal tutor, and all lessons have two members of staff which consists of a Tutor and support worker. Students are supported by having access to a nurse, counsellor, connexions worker, student services activities, welfare support as well as having access to their personal tutors and other members of staff. Freshstart operate an open door policy and support students with personal issues as well as applications for further education. The staff work with a variety of agencies to support the students in attending and achieving, this may range from Education welfare officers to the youth offending team. The staff works closely with parents /carers and the schools to ensure that as much information is shared about the students to enable them to access the curriculum regardless of their abilities and needs. The expertise and experience of the staff supports the students with a range of needs including challenging behaviour, mental health issues, learning and emotional needs.
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NTS Group Key Objectives/Mission Statement
The programmes we have developed are designed to reach out to young learners not achieving their full potential in school. Regardless of their educational ability, their ideas, passion and drive are channelled in such as way that they find themselves achieving learning goals they have set themselves These are engaging programmes that can be run away from the school environment offering the opportunity to learn in an adult setting. Qualified tutors offer one to one support as well as delivering stimulating group sessions. Through engagement with the qualifications on offer, participants rediscover feelings of self worth and success leading to their interest in learning being revitalised. All programmes can progress onto either Further Education at College, Apprenticeships or Employment. All candidates receive Careers Guidance and Support during the final few weeks of their programme to help them make an informed decision
Site Manager Ben O’Connor/Maureen Varney Type of Provision
First Floor, Holdsworth House, 65-73 Staines Road, Hounslow, TW3 3HW [email protected] or [email protected] www.nts-group.com Tel: 0208 577 8572 Mob: 07786 390800
Learners can enrol onto one of four Vocational Courses, Music, Business and Administration, Childcare and Customer Service. During their time with us they will work towards completing a Level 1 Vocational programme, Functional Skills in Maths, English and ICT at a Level that is suitable for their educational ability and Employability Skills. The programmes deliver long term and sustained changes in the behaviour of the individuals who take part. If the learner only needs to complete a smaller number of qualifications this is also possible as each qualification is achievable individually. Apprenticeships are also very popular and they are offered in Childcare. If for any reason you are not successful then it is possible to work towards developing other qualifications to then move into an Apprenticeship.
Accessibility
Bus Any bus that goes to Hounslow Bus Garage
Trains Hounslow (Mainline)
Tube Hounslow Central (Piccadilly Line)
Ofsted Grade 3 - Satisfactory Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 11 February 2011 The approachability of staff, the excellent support provided by the assessors and the opportunity to offer young learners an alternative curriculum with good outcomes.
Age Range Up to and including 18
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday All Programmes
Qualifications Offered
Functional Skills in Maths, English and ICT at Entry Level 1, 2 or 3 and Level 1 Level 1 Employability Skills Level 1 Customer Service Level 1 Business and Administration Level 1 Music Technology Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children Level 2 and 3 Caring for Children and Young People (Apprenticeship)
Needs Supported
Fully accessible for those that are disabled. We cater for those who have Special Educational Needs and have been assessed at Level 1, Entry 1, 2 or 3 in Maths and/or English
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PPP – Pupil Parent Partnership Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Develop & deliver unique transformational social inclusion programmes
Site Manager Type of Provision
Headteacher: Mr. Brian De Lord E: [email protected] M: 07920 428608 Head of Inclusion; Lynthia Grant E: [email protected] M: 07824 439740 Head of Curriculum: James Fornara E: [email protected] M: 07824 439769 Provision Mangers; Anton Fraser & Milek Jivens Website: http://www.theppp.org.uk/
The PPP provides fulltime alternative education for yr.11, yr. 10 & yr. 9 pupils. We also have a post 16- provision and an E-learning Outreach programme. We operate a child centred holistic approach in an attempt to move away from the kind of mainstream provision that our students have not succeeded in. We are currently undergoing RSA ‘Opening Minds’ accreditation, which we hope to complete by the end of academic year 12/13. The pupils are divided into groups of 15 led by a key worker (Group and Family worker) with input from a designated teacher and mentor. These groups also double as the teaching groups for the majority of the academic curriculum. Family work is the cornerstone of our interventions building alliances that help to sustain the individual behavioural improvements that allow our student to access the opportunities available to them. The school operates on three sites, St. George’s in Brentford (45 places), The Vale in Acton (15 places) and Freston rd. on the Notting Hill/Kensington borders (30 places).
Accessibility
Bus St. Georges 125, 616, 699, 692, W9 Freston Rd. 295, 316, 7 The Vale 266, 207,607, 70
Trains St. Georges Kew Bridge or Brentford station Freston Rd. Shepherds Bush The Vale Acton Central
Tube St. Georges Gunnersbury Freston Rd. Latimer rd. The Vale Acton Town
Ofsted Grade Grade 3 with elements of Grade 2
Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 25–26 April 2012 Students say they are happy at the school and express gratitude that the staff work so hard to enable them to move on after the end of Year 11 as much more positive young people. As one put it succinctly, ‘I used to hate school, but coming here has made me change my mind.’
Age Range 13 – 16 (+ post 16)
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9.30am - 3pm
Qualifications Offered
We are a registered AQA, OCR and EdExcel GCSE A-Level & BTEC Centre (Centre number 12473) and a City & Guilds accredited provider. We currently offer GCSEs in Maths, English, ICT, Humanities, Media Studies, Art Drama & PE. We also deliver OCR Science awards, and all Yr. 11 students sit the OCR Adult Literacy and Numeracy Awards. We also offer NVQs for our vocational courses (Construction, Hair & Beauty, Motor Vehicle, Music Technology, Sports Leadership, Working with Children) and various ASDAN qualifications.
Needs Supported
PPP offers full and part-time programmes which include a package of education, mentoring, counselling, family support, accredited learning, work-related learning activities and twilight informal learning opportunities. We are experts in working with the full range of SEN & BESD need.
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Redwood Education & Skills Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Redwood Education & Skills’ 14-16 provision includes: 1) Redwood College delivering programmes which support years 10,11 & 12, for mainstream and SEN schools, to achieve accredited qualifications, in Construction, Hair & Beauty, Electronics, Cycle Maintenance, Employability, Personal Development, English, Mathematics and Information Technology. 2) Foundation Programmes delivering programmes which support young people aged between 14-19, to achieve accredited qualifications, in Retail, Customer Service, Administration, Employability, Personal Development, English, Mathematics and Information Technology. There are good opportunities within Redwood to progress to an Apprenticeship. Site Manager Suzanne Miles/Sam Burgess Type of Provision
Redwood College: 485 Greenford Road, Greenford, UB6 8SR Tel: 0208 575 9561 / Fax: 08839 704 720 HOUNSLOW: 4th Floor, Ashley House, 86 - 94 High Street, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW3 1NH Tel: 0208 607 7850 / Fax:0208 607 7851 KINGSTON: Kingshott Business Centre 12-50 Kingsgate Road, Kingston, Surrey, KT2 5AA Tel: 0208 547 4180 / Fax: 0208 547 1569 ACTON: Long Island House, 1-4 Warple Way, Acton, W3 0RG Tel: 0208 743 5097 / Fax: 0208 740 4178 [email protected] www.redwoodskills.com
1) Redwood College a) Year 10 & 11 alternative provision:
1-2 days a week programmes aimed at supporting young people to achieve qualifications in the following areas: Construction, Hair & Beauty, Electronics, Cycle Maintenance, English, Mathematics and IT
b) Year 12 alternative provision: 1-4 days a week programmes aimed at supporting young people to achieve qualifications in the following areas: Construction, Hair and Beauty and Electronics at Level 2 and progressing them into Apprenticeships or Further Education
2) Foundation Programmes a) On Track Programme (14-16)
1 day a week programme (for 6 wks) aimed at building at risk of NEET young people’s perceptions, expectations, their goals & their future career prospects in order to remain engaged in education.
Accessibility
Bus Redwood College: Cowgate Road: E6, 92, 95, 105, E10 stops behind the college Hounslow: 5 minute walk from Hounslow Bus Station. Kingston: 5 minute walk from Kingston Bus Station. Acton: 70, 207, 266, 607 - The Vale (2 min walk) 272 – Valetta Road (2 min walk)
Trains Redwood College: Greenford Overground station is a 10 min walk Hounslow: A 10 min walk from Hounslow Main Train Station Kingston: A 5 min walk from Kingston Train Station. Acton: A 10 min walk from Acton Central Overground
Tube Redwood College: Greenford Underground Station (Central Line) - 10 min walk Hounslow: 5 min walk from Hounslow East Underground. Kingston: - Only trains Acton: 10 min walk from Turnham Green Underground Station.
Ofsted Grade 2 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted July ’11 – FL Nov ’11 - Apps
“Lessons are well planned and provide a good range of interesting activities.” “Staff provide good support to learners in lessons and around personal matters.” “Learners make good progress in developing their literacy and numeracy skills.” “Lessons are fast moving and delivered with energy and enthusiasm.”
Age Range 14-16
Days Offered
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 09.00-5.30
Qualifications Offered
1) Redwood College: Hair and Beauty, Award/Certificate (Entry – Level 2), Construction, Extended Certificate/Diploma (Levels 1 and 2), Electronics, First Certificate (Level 2), Cycle Maintenance, Award/Certificate (Levels 1 and 2), Employability and Personal Development (Entry 3 - Level 1), Functional Skills English (Entry - Level 2), Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry - Level 2), Functional Skills ICT (Entry - Level 2), Digital Literacy (Entry 3), Retail Level 1 (Award/Certificate/Diploma), Customer Service Level 1 (Award/Certificate) 2) Foundation Programmes: Employability and Personal Development (Entry 3 - Level 1), Functional Skills English (Entry - Level 2), Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry - Level 2), Digital Literacy (Entry 3), Retail Level 1 (Award/Certificate/Diploma), Administration Level 1 (Award/Certificate), Customer Service Level 1 (Award/Certificate)
Needs Supported
We have full access and support for learners with LLDD. We support learners with a variety of learning difficulties and disabilities including Aspergers spectrum, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, moderate and multiple disabilities. We have a team of Safeguarding Officers who support all learners across all programmes. We pay learner travel and assist with applications for free Oyster Travelcard.
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TLG West London: The Education Charity Key Objectives/Mission Statement
The Lighthouse Group (TLG) is a Christian charity that works with young people who have been excluded from school, at risk of exclusion or are at crisis point in their education. Our vision is to help teenagers that are growing up in
some of the toughest circumstances. By combining education with personal development we address behavioural difficulties and the issues that have put a young person in crisis. Our purpose is work with those who are missing out not only on an education but more often than not a childhood.
Site Manager Hannah Rowland Type of Provision
The Light House Group (TLG) St Pauls Centre Macbeth Street Hammersmith London W6 9JJ Tel: 02033 930 969 Mob: 07715 294 702 www.tlg.org.uk
We believe that young people are unique, gifted and able to achieve. As the media portrays ‘the youth of today’ as a failing, angry and feared generation, we take a stand that all young people need to know that they are loved and valued individuals. The teenagers we work with have often suffered and are victims of circumstances far beyond their control. We see time and time again that when young people are given love and recognition and a glimpse of what it’s like to achieve, their behaviour reflects this and that transformation is possible.
To achieve this we run a 2-day 12 week programme where young people are able to work for accredited qualifications in order to raise their academic confidence and self esteem and re-integrate into either school or college successfully. We place a large emphasis on relationship and have a 1:3 staff: pupil ratio which allows us to support young people effectively both academically and emotionally. We are able to run a 4 day programme on request.
Accessibility
Bus 266, 220, 72, H91, 27, 267, 33, 190, 391, 419, 209, 283, 485, 295, 27, 10, 9, 211
Trains Shepherds Bush Gunnersbury
Tube: Hammersmith Ravenscourt park
Date of last Ofsted 7th-8th March 2012 Ofsted Comments
Ofsted Grade Grade 3 with features of 2.
'Removing the barriers to students’ social, emotional and behavioural development is a primary aspect of the school’s aims. To facilitate their good progress in these areas opportunities to develop students’ social and emotional skills are skilfully interwoven into the school day'. 'In lessons, staff expertly support the development of students’ emotional and social skills along with helping students to improve their behaviour. In particular, they successfully meet the emotional and social requirements of those students with statements of special educational needs'.
Age Range 11-16
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9.15 – 3.00pm
Qualifications Offered
Functional Skills (NOCN) – English, Maths and ICT Personal Social Development (PSD) – Asdan
Needs Supported
Behavioural and learning difficulties. We have a very low staff to pupil ratio which enables us to work closely with our young people, allowing us to get alongside and work with them to address behaviour, learning and family / social issues. We admit young people on an individual basis and are happy to make arrangements and adjustments to programmes to meet the needs of young people at a crisis point in their education.
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Outsource Training and Development Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Outsource Training and Development wants to provide comprehensive and specific pre-apprenticeship and employment training to young people who are looking to develop their careers with apprenticeships. We also provide training for students currently at school (14-16) who want to take a more vocational pathway. We want to work with the local borough in engaging young people 14-19 who are struggling to find work and careers once they leave school/college (16-19) or seeking an alternative educational route (14-16) for example, an Intermediate Apprenticeship. The courses will focus on developing employment skills and preparation for interviews with a variety of employers. We promote a professional and positive working environment which concentrates on enhancing skills and ensuring young people are fully prepared for the world of work. Site Manager Andrew Howie Type of Provision
Outsource Training and Development 3rd Floor, Regal House, Twickenham TW1 3QS Tel: 01793 438 515 www.outsourcetraining.org
(14-16) 2 days a week term time only – programmes covering the following industries: Business Administration, Logistics, Customer Service, Retail. These programmes are designed in partnership with the school to ensure all parties needs are met, this includes delivery model, content, location and timings. (16-19) Pre-Employment/Pre-Apprenticeship Training with guaranteed Apprenticeship interview. Courses will run 3 days a week over a 5 week period and will cover areas such as: Effective Communication for the workplace Time Management Personal Presentation Working in a group Managing your own money Healthy living CV and Application forms Preparing for interviews Candidates will achieve an accredited EDI qualification from the course and also an interview for an available Apprenticeship opportunity. Employers will also be actively involved with the training and will present to groups on a monthly basis.
Accessibility
Buses from Hounslow 281
Trains Hounslow to Twickenham
Tube
Ofsted Grade 3 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted JULY 2010 Learners are gaining good, personal employability skills. Learners make good progress, enjoy the training and feel safe. Training, coaching and learning are good. Inspectors reported that a high number of learners progress on to higher qualifications.
Age Range 14-19
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9am – 5pm
Qualifications Offered
EDI Level 1 – Preparing for Employment Apprenticeship Level 1- 3 opportunities in Customer Service, Business Administration, Warehouse and Distribution, Finance, IT, Logistics and Aviation, Retail, Marketing and Communications.
Needs Supported
We will support any young person who shows the right attitude and desire to develop in the workplace. A diagnostic assessment will determine what level of qualification the learner will progress on to and will also determine if we need to support them with further additional learning needs.
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Capel Manor College Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Our college mission is, “to promote lifelong learning through the understanding and enjoyment of flowers, trees, plants and animals for career, business, educational and leisure purposes”. We offer full and part-time courses leading to national qualifications which support progression to employment or further study in the landbased industries. Whatever your age between 14 and 60+, whether you’re interested in horticulture, animal care and management, groundsmanship, garden design, floristry, balloon artistry, saddlery, arboriculture, countryside management or the environment, we can help you. The Gunnersbury Park centre has grown significantly over the last few years yet retains its friendly and focused atmosphere. It is one of the most popular and high profile centres of its type in the country. Students have access to the highest quality of staff and technical support at the centre, and to the practical facilities within the College’s walled garden. By permission of the London Boroughs of Hounslow and Ealing we also have working access to parts of Gunnersbury Park itself.
Site Manager Type of Provision
Capel Manor College www.capel.ac.uk [email protected] Tel: 08456 122 122 Gunnersbury Park Centre Popes Lane Acton W3 8LQ Enfield Centre Bullsmoor Lane Enfield -Middlesex EN1 4RQ
School Plus provision: tailored programmes from Entry 2 to Level 1 aimed at 14-16 year olds. One of the key aims of the programmes are to engage learners through activities related to nature, e.g. growing food, maintaining gardens and parks, caring for animals, flower arranging, etc. The School PLUS programmes are normally negotiated directly with the schools and can be tailored with regards to length, start/end times, level in response to learners’ profile, etc. Post-16 provision: programmes from Entry 3 to Level 3 preparing young people to employment or progression to university.
Accessibility
Bus Bus routes 237, 267, 391, 440, H91
Trains
Tube Acton Town tube station (Piccadilly Line) is 10 mins walk from the centre.
Date of last Ofsted June 2009 Ofsted Comments
Ofsted Grade 2 Our last Ofsted inspection in March 2008 confirmed our own self assessment as a good provider with excellent features and we feel we are moving towards outstanding.
Age Range 14-16
Days Offered
Monday
Days and times can be negotiated depending on level of programme
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Qualifications Offered
NOCN Step-Up award, certificate or diploma at Entry 2, Entry 3 or Level 1 depending on length of programme and profile of learners.
Needs Supported
Mild to moderate learning difficulties, including general cognitive difficulties, Asperger’s Syndrome, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, EBD, school refusers due to mental health issues.
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Insights School and Skills Academy Key Objectives/Mission Statement
We provide specialised education and training for young people who are experiencing difficulties in mainstream learning environment and social settings.
Our learning and support programmes are designed to develop the self-esteem, self-awareness and emotional literacy of students.
We recognise that every young person in unique, gifted and talented. Therefore the learning opportunities we offer are flexible and learner-centred, providing a structure that enables students to make progress and experience success and achievement. We aim to provide a positive learning experience by taking into account each student’s emotional, social and learning needs.
Principal Barbara Quartey
Type of Provision
3-5 Alexandria Road
Ealing London
W13 0NP
T: 020 8840 9099 | F: 020 8840 9673 | M: 07961 113 771 | W: www.insightsesc.co.uk
We offer a range of learning opportunities to meet the needs of students referred to us including a full time school programme, alternative learning and outreach programmes that enable students who have become disengaged from formal learning environments to access learning in a more flexible and practical manner. We also support learners in gaining access to apprenticeships, further education and training. We work from the principle that all learners are gifted, talented and able to achieve given the right opportunities, environment and method of learning. We have high expectations of all learners and enable them to focus on learning that is relevant to their interests and which enables cognitive, emotional and social development.
Accessibility
Bus E1, E7, E11, 207, 427, 607, 83 83
Trains West Ealing for rail services to and from Paddington, Hanwell, Southall, Hayes & Slough
Tube Ealing Broadway for London Underground’s Central and District lines
Ofsted Grade Grade 2 with features of 1.
Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 16th May 2012 The School & Skills Academy provides a good quality education and meets its aims successfully. The curriculum is outstanding and extremely well-constructed, providing a wealth of learning opportunities both in and out of school that enables students to make good academic progress and significantly contributes to students’ social and cultural development. Provision for students’ welfare, health & safety is outstanding.
Age Range 14– 19 +
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 09.00 am – 04.00 pm
Qualifications Offered
GCSEs: English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, PE, Media, Music Technology, Art BTECs: Retail Knowledge, Art and Design, Hair, Barbering & Beauty Therapy, Business Administration, Home Cooking Skills. Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT City and Guilds – Construction, Catering, sound engineering, media & film production Duke of Edinburgh Award ASDAN
Needs Supported
The School & Skills Academy caters for male & female students between ages of 14-19 and also adult learners who wish to gain vocational qualifications to improve their career & employment opportunities. We caters for a wide spectrum of special educational needs associated with communication difficulties and challenging behaviours, which include:
Emotional, Social and Behavioural Difficulties
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Asperger’s Syndrome
Specific Learning Difficulties The staff team includes specialist teachers, tutors, therapists, counsellors and support staff to enable us to meet the holistic needs of learners.
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Hillingdon Training Ltd Key Objectives/Mission Statement
The company delivers high quality pre-vocational life skills and accredited work-related training for the benefit of residents and employers in the local area. Its target market is those in the local community wishing to follow work-based training programmes. There are good opportunities to progress to apprenticeships with Hillingdon Training Ltd.
Site Manager Sue Stock/Matt Blair Type of Provision
Foundation Learning (Learning +) and Hillingdon Training Ltd Construction College Abbotsfield School Clifton Gardens Hillingdon Middlesex UB10 0EX Tel: 01895 237897 Email: [email protected] [email protected] www.hillingdontraining.co.uk
Year 10 & 11 alternative provision: ½ a day – one day a week programmes aimed at supporting young people to achieve qualifications in the following areas: Construction, Childcare, Hair, Motor Vehicle. Construction: 1 - 2 days a week programme aimed at supporting young people to achieve qualifications in Construction. Foundation Learning (Learning +) Available to learners between the ages of 16 and 18. Targeted at learners who have not achieved Level 2 qualifications and are experiencing difficulties in accessing apprenticeships, college courses or employment. HTL’s L+ programme delivers Entry or Level 1 qualifications plus support, preparation and mentoring required to make the transition on to apprenticeships, college courses or employment. The primary focus of HTL’s L+ programme is to enable progression on to Level 2 programmes through a personalised development programme and tailored support. Accessibility
Bus U2 from Hillingdon Underground Station, stops at Clifton Gardens, 607 from Uxbridge Underground Station, stops at Long Lane.
Trains
Tube Hillingdon or Uxbridge Underground Stations (Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines).
Ofsted Grade Grade 3, with Grade 2 features
Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 22nd August 2008 Achievement and standards and the quality of provision are good. HTL has demonstrated good capacity to improve. Achievement and standards have improved significantly over the last three years and the provider has successfully expanded provision to meet the needs of learners, employers and the local community.
Age Range 14 years +
Days Offered
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 9am – 5pm
Qualifications Offered
Year 10 & 11 alternative provision: Entry, Level 1 or Level 2 qualifications through City and Guilds, CACHE, Edexcel or IMI. Enhancement qualifications, e.g. First Aid, Health and Safety, Manual Handling Construction: Level 1 or Level 2 qualifications through City and Guilds or BTEC. Enhancement qualifications, e.g. First Aid, Health and Safety, Manual Handling Foundation Learning (Learning +): Entry, Level 1 Employability and Personal Social Development, Entry, Level 1 Functional Skills (English Maths, IT), Entry, Level 1 vocational qualifications in Business, Childcare, Construction, Hair and Beauty, Motor Vehicle and Sport
Needs Supported
We support learners with a variety of disabilities and learning difficulties. We have a team of specialist tutors, mentors and advisers, who are supported by a range of specialist external agencies. We operate a Government-funded Bursary Scheme for Learning +.
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London Skills Academy Key Objectives/Mission Statement
London Skills Academy (LSA) mission statement is to improve the academic and employment potential of individual’s by offering them an alternative future through training in education and enterprise. LSA aims to empower, giving individuals and small organisations the skills needed to play a full and active role in the economic, social and cultural development of their communities.
Site Manager Ishmael Francis Type of Provision
Ishmael Francis Project Manager London Skills Academy 123 Godolphin Road Shepherds Bush London W12 8JN t: 020 8222 6920 e: [email protected] w: www.lsa-edu.org
Vocational Options (VO): This provision is aimed at pupils aged 14-16. The rationale behind this provision is to coach, up-skill and encourage the young people back into mainstream education or employment. The accredited courses are embedded with Functional Maths, English and ICT supported with on-going IAG. This is re-enforced by an individually tailored suite of support and motivational training which includes: - Careers Education & Guidance
- Time-keeping; Attendance - Help with CV - Conflict Resolution - Life Skills; - Managing Money - Work Placement - Anger Management
Enrichment and extra-curricular programmes Supervised trips: are organised with the aim of boosting skills such as team-work while in a varied environment. Previous organised trips have included: Theme parks, Rock climbing, Paintballing, Cinema and museum trips
Bus Buses: 207, 260, 283 to Bloemfontein Road Bus Stop.
Trains Overground train to Shepherds Bush (Westfield) a 20 min walk.
Tube Circle Line or Hammersmith & City Line to Shepherds Bush Market (Zone 2) a 10 min walk. Central Line to Shepherds Bush (Westfield) a 20 min walk.
Ofsted Grade 3 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 11 May 2012 - Support for learners is good. Tutors, and the use of volunteers, provide a very effective personalised approach to help learners achieve their potential. Learners receive good information and advice with access to appropriate careers software support.
- Learners are developing good social, personal and employability skills. Learners improve their self-confidence and their ability to communicate with others and to manage their own behaviour.
- Training sessions are well planned with lessons providing an extensive range of interesting and challenging activities to engage and motivate learners.
Age Range 14-16 (VO)
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9.30am – 4.30pm; Friday (Open Learning) from 10.00am – 3.30pm
Qualifications Offered
The young people can choose one or more of the accredited qualifications: Functional Skills Maths, English & ICT (Entry 2 – Level 2) Personal & Social Development (Entry 3 – Level 2) Employability Skills (Entry 2 – Level 2) Vocational options qualifications: Customer Service – Award/Certificate (Level 1 – 2) Business Administration – Award/Certificate (Level 1 – 2) IT Systems Support (PC Repair & Maintenance) – Award/Certificate/Diploma Level 1-2 IT Users – Web site design – Award/Certificate/Diploma (Entry 2 – Level 2)
Needs Supported
All young people will take an initial and diagnostic assessment to determine their entry level. Young people’s pastoral needs are supported. The ratio of staff to pupils is 1-10. All teaching staff are supported by volunteers which helps to support young people as they progress at their learning pace.
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Directory of Alternative Provision
Post 16 Providers
Section B
The London Borough of Hounslow has created an Approved Directory of Alternative
Providers offering pre and post 16 education and training to young people living in
the Borough.
The main purpose of the Directory is to provide Hounslow Schools with
comprehensive information about the range of alternative provision available for
their students. The Directory will also support Schools seeking to deliver impartial
IAG by providing up to date information about the range of opportunities for
students to progress into Post 16 learning or employment with training.
The Directory contains only those providers that have been subject to an Ofsted
Inspection or have successfully completed the Boroughs own Quality Assurance
process. The QA covers nine key themes.
1) Safeguarding 2) Health and safety 3) Achievement and Standards 4) Teaching and Learning 5) Admissions, Guidance and Support 6) Learner Entitlement 7) Leadership and Management 8) Professional Development 9) Employer Engagement
Further details of the Quality Assurance Framework and Process are available on
request.
This Directory is a working document and will be updated on a regular basis to
reflect changes in local provision. The next update will be circulated in January
2013
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Green Corridor Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Green Corridor’s primary aim is to reduce social exclusion and improve the education opportunities in some of the poorest areas of West London. Our mission is to improve the access of 14-25 year olds to employment, education and training through practical land-based learning. Providing accredited training through an informal yet structured programme, we engage young people with activities that are achievable and that encourage a high degree of self-motivation. Our programmes reward participation with tangible outcomes such as a qualification, a visibly improved local environment or the highly visible outcome of growing plants and vegetables.Green Corridor’s ambition is to be recognised as an organisation that uses its environmental knowledge and skills to address the everyday challenges faced by young people. Teamwork, communication, timekeeping and dressing appropriately are a few of the skills and qualities needed for land based work and that also relate to the wider workforce. Site Manager Jean Rolfe Type of Provision
The Courtyard Shoreham Road Upper Beeding Steyning West Sussex BN44 3TN Tel: 01403 713567 [email protected]
Certificates and Awards in conservation, horticulture and personal development; Edexcel and ABC Awards - Entry 2, Entry 3 and Level 1 Awards and Certificates. Land based Skills Foundation - Activities such as bush-craft and outdoor cookery, all designed to focus on personal development, employability and leadership. Land based Volunteering – practical conservation work designed to develop team work, communication and contribution
Date of Quality Assurance 24th May 2012 Name of Assessors James Nwaogwugwu & Nina Johal
Age Range 14-25 Edexcel & ABC Award
No sanctions
Quality Assurance Grade Approved
Days Offered
Monday 8.00 - 4.00
Tuesday 8.00 - 4.00
Wednesday 8.00 - 4.00
Thursday 8.00 - 4.00
Friday 8.00 - 4.00
Qualifications Offered
Qualification Level Awarding Body
Certificate Practical Horticulture Skills Entry 2,3 Level 1,2,3
ABC Awards
Award Practical Horticultural Skills Entry 2,3 Level 1,2,3
ABC Awards
Certificate Practical Conservation Entry 3 Level 1,2,
ABC Awards
Award Practical Conservation Entry 2,3 Level 1,2,
ABC Awards
Certificate Practical Environmental Studies
Level 2 ABC Awards
Diploma in Conservation Level 1,2,3 ABC Awards
Diploma in Conservation Level 2,3 Edexcel
Personal and Social Development Entry Level 1 Level 1
ABC Awards
Certificate in Work Skills Level 1 Edexcel
Needs Supported
NEET, Learning Difficulties or Disabilities (LDD), Youth Offending, Low Educational Attainment, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Behavioural, Emotional or Social Disorders (BESD), Asylum Seekers
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Happy Child Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Happy Child Training provides apprenticeships in Childcare, Health & Social Care and QCF qualifications at Levels 2 & 3 for the Children and Young People's Workforce, in most cases this would be at no cost to learners. Anyone, regardless of their age, can work towards a QCF qualification in Childcare and Health & Social Care. Training is primarily ‘on the job’, with support and training through our e-learning tool, LASER. Site Manager Jenny Insull Type of Provision
Jenny Insull HAPPY CHILD TRAINING 109 UXBRIDGE ROAD EALING W55TL 02082316569 For Further information [email protected]
Happy Child Training (HCT) based in Ealing is a division of the Happy Child Group. The company is dedicated to providing excellence in childcare, education and training. Happy Child also owns and manages a group of 13 nurseries and 5 preparatory schools. HCT offers Apprenticeships and Advanced Apprenticeships in Children’s Care, Learning and Development and Health & Social Care on a roll on, roll off basis. We also offer accredited QCF qualifications to level 5 in Health and Social Care. Specialised training is also provided such as First Aid & Food Safety Accessibility
Bus 207,607,427 E8, E2 E11
Trains Ealing Broadway West Ealing
Tube Central or District line to Ealing Broadway
Ofsted Grade 3 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 27 April 2012 Assessors are very responsive, give good pastoral support and are flexible in meeting the needs of learners. Learners are able to phone or email for guidance and they always get a quick response. Technology effectively enables good communication between learners and assessors. Many learners choose to use the electronic portfolio which provides good access to their assessors, and prompt feedback or guidance.
Age Range 16+
Days Offered
Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 9am -6pm Evening sessions if required
Saturday 9.30-16.00
Training and lessons are also available 24/7 through the eLearning programme Qualifications Offered
Childcare (QCF) Levels 2 & 3 through eLearning
Support Teaching and Leaning (QCF) levels 2 & 3
Intermediate and Advanced Apprenticeship in Children and young people’s work force From July 2012 we will be offering a part time course for applicants wishing to gain the
Level 2 in Children’s and young people’s Workforce, This will be offered over 9-12 month period, learners will attend workshops one day per week and a nursery placement one day per week. Further learning will be accessed through the eLearning system
Needs Supported
All applicants go through the assessment process and are assisted with IAG; this is to ensure they are on the correct programme to meet their individual needs. Additional learner needs are supported. Assessment and access to training is through eLearning but alternative arrangements are made to meet individual needs.
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Outsource Training and Development Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Outsource Training and Development wants to provide comprehensive and specific pre-apprenticeship and employment training to young people who are looking to develop their careers with apprenticeships. We also provide training for students currently at school (14-16) who want to take a more vocational pathway. We want to work with the local borough in engaging young people 14-19 who are struggling to find work and careers once they leave school/college (16-19) or seeking an alternative educational route (14-16) for example, an Intermediate Apprenticeship. The courses will focus on developing employment skills and preparation for interviews with a variety of employers. We promote a professional and positive working environment which concentrates on enhancing skills and ensuring young people are fully prepared for the world of work. Site Manager Andrew Howie Type of Provision
Outsource Training and Development 3rd Floor, Regal House, Twickenham TW1 3QS Tel: 01793 438 515 www.outsourcetraining.org
(14-16) 2 days a week term time only – programmes covering the following industries: Business Administration, Logistics, Customer Service, Retail. These programmes are designed in partnership with the school to ensure all parties needs are met, this includes delivery model, content, location and timings. (16-19) Pre-Employment/Pre-Apprenticeship Training with guaranteed Apprenticeship interview. Courses will run 3 days a week over a 5 week period and will cover areas such as: Effective Communication for the workplace Time Management Personal Presentation Working in a group Managing your own money Healthy living CV and Application forms Preparing for interviews Candidates will achieve an accredited EDI qualification from the course and also an interview for an available Apprenticeship opportunity. Employers will also be actively involved with the training and will present to groups on a monthly basis.
Accessibility
Buses from Hounslow 281
Trains Hounslow to Twickenham
Tube
Ofsted Grade 3 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted JULY 2010 Learners are gaining good, personal employability skills. Learners make good progress, enjoy the training and feel safe. Training, coaching and learning are good. Inspectors reported that a high number of learners progress on to higher qualifications.
Age Range 14-19
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9am – 5pm Qualifications Offered
EDI Level 1 – Preparing for Employment Apprenticeship Level 1- 3 opportunities in Customer Service, Business Administration, Warehouse and Distribution, Finance, IT, Logistics and Aviation, Retail, Marketing and Communications.
Needs Supported
We will support any young person who shows the right attitude and desire to develop in the workplace. A diagnostic assessment will determine what level of qualification the learner will progress on to and will also determine if we need to support them with further additional learning needs.
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Redwood Education & Skills Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Redwood Education & Skills’ 16+ provision includes: 1) Redwood College delivering programmes for young people to achieve accredited qualifications, in Construction, Hair & Beauty, Electronics, Cycle Maintenance, Employability, Personal Development, English, Mathematics and Information Technology. 2) Foundation Programmes delivering programmes for young people to achieve accredited qualifications, in Retail, Customer Service, Administration, Employability, Personal Development, English, Mathematics and Information Technology. 3) Apprenticeships supporting people aged 16+ to achieve qualifications in Engineering, Sales, Customer Service, Business & Administration, Information Technology and Team Leading & Management. Our aim is to help people into sustainable employment or further education.
Site Manager Suzanne Miles/ Sam Burgess
Type of Provision
Redwood College: 485 Greenford Road, Greenford, UB6 8SR Tel: 0208 575 9561/ Fax: 08839 704 720 HOUNSLOW: 4th Floor, Ashley House, 86 - 94 High Street, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW3 1NH Tel: 0208 607 7850 / Fax:0208 607 7851 KINGSTON: Kingshott Business Centre 12-50 Kingsgate Road, Kingston, Surrey, KT2 5AA Tel: 0208 547 4180/ Fax: 0208 547 1569 ACTON: Long Island House, 1-4 Warple Way, Acton, W3 0RG Tel: 0208 743 5097/ Fax: 0208 740 4178 [email protected] www.redwoodskills.com
3) Redwood College c) Year 12 alternative provision:
1-4 days a week. Programmes aimed at supporting young people to achieve qualifications in the following areas: Construction, Hair & Beauty and Electronics at Level 2 and progressing them into Apprenticeships or Further Education
d) Pre-apprenticeship programmes in Construction, Hair & Beauty and Electronics 4) Foundation Programmes b) Foundation Learning (16-19)
2-4 day a week programme aimed at building young people’s skills (Entry Level to Level 2) to achieve qualifications in Employability and Personal Development, Retail, Customer Service, Mathematics, English and IT and progressing them into Apprenticeships or Further Education.
5) Apprenticeships We have over 700 Apprentices, in employment, currently undertaking qualifications from Level 2 to Level 4. Our Apprenticeships run from 12 months to 3 years.
Accessibility Bus Redwood College: Cowgate Road: E6, 92, 95, 105, E10 stops behind the college Hounslow: 5 min walk from Hounslow Bus Station. Kingston: 5 min walk from Kingston Bus Station. Acton: 70, 207, 266, 607 - The Vale (2 min walk) 272 – Valetta Road (2 min walk)
Trains Redwood College: Greenford Overground station is a 10 min walk Hounslow: A 10 min walk from Hounslow Main Train Station Kingston: A 5 min walk from Kingston Train Station. Acton: A 10 min walk from Acton Central Overground
Tube Redwood College: Greenford Underground Station (Central Line) - 10 min walk Hounslow: 5 min walk from Hounslow East Underground. Kingston: - Only trains Acton: 10 min walk from Turnham Green Underground Station.
Ofsted Grade 2 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted Jul ’11 – FL, Nov ’11 - Apps
“Learners achieve their qualifications well, particularly at advanced level.” “Staff are well qualified and highly experienced practitioners.” “Learners enjoy their practical and theory training and they are taught well in centres that reflect high industry standards.” “Very effective partnerships with employers, other work-based learning providers and external agencies help give learners good training and employment opportunities.”
Age Range 14-19
Days Offered
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 09.00-5.30
Qualifications Offered
1) Redwood College: Hair & Beauty Award/Certificate (Entry–Level 2), Construction Certificate/Diploma (Level 1 & 2), Electronics First Certificate (Level 2), Cycle Maintenance Award/Certificate (Level 1 & 2), Employability and Personal Development (Entry 3 - Level 1), Functional Skills English (Entry - Level 2), Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry - Level 2), Functional Skills ICT (Entry - Level 2), Digital Literacy (Entry 3), Retail Level 1 (Award/Certificate/Diploma), Customer Service Award/Certificate (Level 1). 2) Foundation Programmes: Employability and Personal Development (Entry 3 - Level 1), Functional Skills English (Entry - Level 2), Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry - Level 2), Digital Literacy (Entry 3), Retail Award/Certificate/Diploma (Level 1), Administration Award/Certificate (Level 1), Customer Service Award/Certificate (Level 1). 3) Apprenticeships: Customer Service (Level 2 & 3), Business and Administration (Level 2, 3 & 4), Youth Work (Level 2 & 3), Support Teaching and Learning (Level 2 & 3), Sales (Level 2 & 3), Team Leading & Management (Level 3), Engineering (Level 2 & 3) – via London Underground and IT Professional (Level 3) – via 3 subcontractors
Needs Supported
We have full access and support for learners with LLDD. We support learners with a variety of learning difficulties and disabilities including Aspergers spectrum, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, moderate and multiple disabilities. We have a team of Safeguarding Officers who support all learners across all programmes. We pay learner travel and assist with applications for free Oyster Travelcard.
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Richmond Adult Community College Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Richmond Adult Community College (RACC) is a further education college for adults, employers and young people who want to learn in an adult environment. The mission of the college is to enable adults to unlock their talent and fulfil their potential through learning, skills, and enterprise.
14-19 Manager Dr Fern-Chantèle Carter
Type of Provision
RACC-Parkshot Richmond Surrey TW9 2RE Tel: 0208 891 5907 ex 4018 Mobile: 07951 529860
We believe that learning changes lives and life chances. We therefore seek to create a diverse learning community that has no barriers to entry and that supports learners to progress to employment, active citizenship and greater independence and self fulfilment. Through skilled facilitation and teaching and innovative learning programmes we seek to inspire and motivate our learners by giving them the opportunity to achieve their potential. We use volunteering, and enterprise opportunities learning networks, and a creative college community to enable students of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to gain the skills and confidence to progress to independence, enter the world of work, and become active members of their economic and social communities.
Accessibility
Bus 2 mins walk from bus stops serving the local area
Trains 2 mins walk from Richmond mainline station
Tube 2 mins walk from Richmond mainline station
Ofsted Grade outstanding Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 2010 “RACC is outstanding. Managers and governors demonstrate exceptional capacity to secure improvements for learners and to the quality of the provision. Learners’ achievements are excellent and improved over the last year. College managers and staff are working hard to improve further the progress made by some learners from minority ethnic backgrounds..... The range of provision is wide and meets local needs well.”
Age Range 16+ with some infill from Year 11 students from local authorities 120 16-18 learners, other , c5000 19+ learners
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Daytime
Qualifications Offered
Level 2: GCSE- English, Maths, Science, General Studies, Art, Spanish, French and Italian BTEC Performing Arts, BTEC Specialist Dip in Fashion and Textiles,L2 Certificate in Multimedia, Certificate and Principles of Business Administration. Games Development, Office Skills Diploma, Creative Media Production, IT Specialist, AAT, Level 1: Cache, Make Up and Nail Art, Photography, Jewellery, BSL, Office Skills Certificate, Personal Social Development. Health and Social Care, Level3: AS English, A2 English L3 Multimedia, and Web Technologies, Games Technologies Functional Skills:Entry Level 1,2 and 3 in Literacy and Numeracy, and Employability ESOL and EFL.
Needs Supported
Pastoral needs supported. Additional needs to over 16 year olds
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Capel Manor College Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Capel Manor College mission is to promote lifelong learning through the understanding and enjoyment of flowers, trees, plants and animals for career, business, educational and leisure purposes.
Site Manager Anthony Monaghan Type of Provision
Capel Manor College at Gunnersbury Park Popes Lane Acton W3 8LQ Tel 020 8993 6266 [email protected] www.capel.ac.uk/gunnersburypark
We offer full and part-time courses leading to national qualifications which support progression to employment or further study. Whether you’re interested in horticulture, animal care and management, groundsmanship, garden design, floristry, balloon artistry, saddlery, arboriculture, countryside management or the environment, we can help you. We also offer a full calendar of shows, events and a range of activities to develop your skills and widen your interests. Capel Manor College's centres across London are beautiful places to study with an inspirational atmosphere throughout the year. (Enfield, Gunnersbury Park, Crystal Palace Park, Regent’s Park and east London) We are recognised as a Beacon College. We hold Matrix accreditation for the quality of our student guidance.
Accessibility
Bus Trains Tube Acton Town tube station (Piccadilly Line) is 10mins walk from the centre. Perivale Station (Central Line) is 10mins from Horsenden Farm.
Ofsted Grade Grade 2- Good Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted March 2008 Our last Ofsted inspection in March2008 confirmed our own self assessment as a good provider with excellent features and we feel we are moving towards outstanding.
Age Range 14 – 60+
Days Offered
Monday 9.00-21.00
Tuesday 9.00-21.00
Wednesday 9.00-21.00
Thursday 9.00-21.00
Friday 9.00-21.00
Saturday TBA
Qualifications Offered
Qualifications from Entry level with functional skill to Level 3; Award bodies:
OCN
City and Guilds
BTEC
RHS
CMC (Capel Manor College)
Needs Supported
Anyone studying at Capel Manor can access support from the School of Student Services. The school works with students to develop a range of supplementary skills that will aid them in achieving on their courses and progressing to further study and employment. Learning support is provided by our expert team of learning support assistants and lecturers that are all experienced in meeting the needs of those with a wide range of learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Support offered: • Functional Skills (covers coaching in English, maths, IT, business studies and social and communication skills). • Employability Skills. • Business studies. • Advice, guidance and mentoring on career paths and work experience. • Counselling. • Language support for students for whom English is a second language. • Tutorial support. • BSL support (for fully-funded courses). All apprentices and students who are 16-18-years-old will study some areas of Functional Skills at the level they need. Adult students 19 plus are also encouraged to refresh and accredit their Functional Skills alongside vocational study.
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Insights School and Skills Academy Key Objectives/Mission Statement
We provide specialised education and training for young people who are experiencing difficulties in mainstream learning environment and social settings. Our learning and support programmes are designed to develop the self-esteem, self-awareness and emotional literacy of students. We recognise that every young person in unique, gifted and talented. Therefore the learning opportunities we offer are flexible and learner-centred, providing a structure that enables students to make progress and experience success and achievement. We aim to provide a positive learning experience by taking into account each student’s emotional, social and learning needs.
Principal Barbara Quartey
Type of Provision
3-5 Alexandria Road Ealing London W13 0NP T: 020 8840 9099 | F: 020 8840 9673 | M: 07961 113 771 | W: www.insightsesc.co.uk
We offer a range of learning opportunities to meet the needs of students referred to us including a full time school programme, alternative learning and outreach programmes that enable students who have become disengaged from formal learning environments to access learning in a more flexible and practical manner. We also support learners in gaining access to apprenticeships, further education and training. We work from the principle that all learners are gifted, talented and able to achieve given the right opportunities, environment and method of learning. We have high expectations of all learners and enable them to focus on learning that is relevant to their interests and which enables cognitive, emotional and social development.
Accessibility
Bus E1, E7, E11, 207, 427, 607, 83 83
Trains West Ealing for rail services to and from Paddington, Hanwell, Southall, Hayes & Slough
Tube Ealing Broadway for London Underground’s Central and District lines
Ofsted Grade Grade 2 with features of 1.
Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 16th May 2012 The School & Skills Academy provides a good quality education and meets its aims successfully. The curriculum is outstanding and extremely well-constructed, providing a wealth of learning opportunities both in and out of school that enables students to make good academic progress and significantly contributes to students’ social and cultural development. Provision for students’ welfare, health & safety is outstanding.
Age Range 14– 19 +
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 09.00 am – 04.00 pm
Qualifications Offered
GCSEs: English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, PE, Media, Music Technology, Art BTECs: Retail Knowledge, Art and Design, Hair, Barbering & Beauty Therapy, Business Administration, Home Cooking Skills. Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT City and Guilds – Construction, Catering, sound engineering, media & film production Duke of Edinburgh Award ASDAN
Needs Supported
The School & Skills Academy caters for male & female students between ages of 14-19 and also adult learners who wish to gain vocational qualifications to improve their career & employment opportunities. We caters for a wide spectrum of special educational needs associated with communication difficulties and challenging behaviours, which include:
Emotional, Social and Behavioural Difficulties
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Asperger’s Syndrome
Specific Learning Difficulties The staff team includes specialist teachers, tutors, therapists, counsellors and support staff to enable us to meet the holistic needs of learners.
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Hillingdon Training Ltd Key Objectives/Mission Statement
The company delivers high quality pre-vocational life skills and accredited work-related training for the benefit of residents and employers in the local area. Its target market is those in the local community wishing to follow work-based training programmes. There are good opportunities to progress to apprenticeships with Hillingdon Training Ltd.
Site Manager Sue Stock/Matt Blair Type of Provision
Foundation Learning (Learning +) and Hillingdon Training Ltd Construction College Abbotsfield School Clifton Gardens Hillingdon Middlesex UB10 0EX Tel: 01895 237897 Email: [email protected] [email protected] www.hillingdontraining.co.uk
Year 10 & 11 alternative provision: ½ a day – one day a week programmes aimed at supporting young people to achieve qualifications in the following areas: Construction, Childcare, Hair, Motor Vehicle. Construction: 1 - 2 days a week programme aimed at supporting young people to achieve qualifications in Construction. Foundation Learning (Learning +) Available to learners between the ages of 16 and 18. Targeted at learners who have not achieved Level 2 qualifications and are experiencing difficulties in accessing apprenticeships, college courses or employment. HTL’s L+ programme delivers Entry or Level 1 qualifications plus support, preparation and mentoring required to make the transition on to apprenticeships, college courses or employment. The primary focus of HTL’s L+ programme is to enable progression on to Level 2 programmes through a personalised development programme and tailored support.
Accessibility
Bus U2 from Hillingdon Underground Station, stops at Clifton Gardens, 607 from Uxbridge Underground Station, stops at Long Lane.
Trains
Tube Hillingdon or Uxbridge Underground Stations (Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines).
Ofsted Grade Grade 3, with Grade 2 features
Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 22nd August 2008 Achievement and standards and the quality of provision are good. HTL has demonstrated good capacity to improve. Achievement and standards have improved significantly over the last three years and the provider has successfully expanded provision to meet the needs of learners, employers and the local community.
Age Range 14 years +
Days Offered
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 9am – 5pm
Qualifications Offered
Year 10 & 11 alternative provision: Entry, Level 1 or Level 2 qualifications through City and Guilds, CACHE, Edexcel or IMI. Enhancement qualifications, e.g. First Aid, Health and Safety, Manual Handling Construction: Level 1 or Level 2 qualifications through City and Guilds or BTEC. Enhancement qualifications, e.g. First Aid, Health and Safety, Manual Handling Foundation Learning (Learning +): Entry, Level 1 Employability and Personal Social Development, Entry, Level 1 Functional Skills (English Maths, IT), Entry, Level 1 vocational qualifications in Business, Childcare, Construction, Hair and Beauty, Motor Vehicle and Sport
Needs Supported
We support learners with a variety of disabilities and learning difficulties. We have a team of specialist tutors, mentors and advisers, who are supported by a range of specialist external agencies. We operate a Government-funded Bursary Scheme for Learning +.
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TLE Ltd (The Leading Edge) Key Objectives/Mission Statement
TLE aims to provide accessible, affordable, high quality education by ensuring that the learner’s needs are at the centre of decision-making, working in partnership with its dynamic, multi-cultural community. The shared values concerning teaching and learning at TLE, listed below, are among the beliefs which guide the company in the development of its mission, goals, philosophy and operational procedures. Each value is followed by a series of supporting statements that illustrate ways by which TLE makes its values operational.
Site Manager Shalini Silva Type of Provision
Head Office (Harrow) 38-44 St. Ann's Road Harrow, HA1 1LA Tel. 020 3603 0777/020 3355 1305 Hounslow Centre 3rd Floor, Ashley House 86-94 High St Hounslow, TW3 1NH Tel. 020 8577 3379 www.tletraining.com
TLE (The Leading Edge) is a national skills and employability training provider, established for more than 14 years and possessing an excellent track record in assisting individuals, companies and the partners we work with to fulfil their potential. TLE offers the following qualifications, courses and services:
1. Literacy, numeracy & IT qualifications 2. Apprenticeships & vocational qualifications 3. Employability services
Over the years, TLE has established working partnerships with many organisations including Jobcentre Plus, Next Step, Business Link and local Borough councils Our size and wealth of experience has allowed us to develop innovative e-learning and classroom-based teaching methods to meet employers and learners needs. At TLE we boast success rates of over 90% across all our provision and excellent pass rates
Accessibility
Bus 110, 111, 116, 117, 120, 203, 222, 235, 237, 281, 423, 635, 681, 81, H22, H28, H32, H98, N9
Trains Hounslow Central Train Station
Tube Hounslow East Tube Station
Ofsted Grade 2 (Mock) Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted Dec 2011 Learners make good progress, The quality of the provision is good with some outstanding features for literacy, numeracy and IT, The quality of leadership and management is outstanding
Age Range 19+
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9.00-19.00
Friday & Saturday 9.30-17.00
Sunday 10.00-17.00
Qualifications Offered
Skills for Life English, Maths OCR ITQ (ECDL) Apprenticeships and NVQ’s Employability Edexel
Needs Supported
To set out what the individual learner can expect from their TLE centre and what the centre and other learners can expect from the individual learner. Each learner must agree to all parts of this promise upon enrolling on a programme with TLE.
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Way to Work Key Objectives/Mission Statement
The ethos of Way to Work is to offer an open access training and employment programme which actively recruits a diverse range of young people. This ethos contributes to the Government’s strategies towards youth employment and employer engagement. Way to Work staff are passionately committed to improving the lives of young people.
Site Manager Mary Castledine
Type of Provision
Way to Work 42 York Street Twickenham Middlesex TW7 6HX 0208 487 5383 www.waytowork.org.uk
Part of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Council, Way to Work are a not for profit Twickenham based recruitment & apprenticeship training provider. Way to Work have available full-time jobs for young people in business administration, customer service, and childcare. They also provide bespoke employability skills training workshops, guidance and individually tailored workplace support programmes for young people aged 16 to 24. Specialists in public sector youth employment strategy, recruitment and apprenticeships, Way to Work are recognised as one of the UK's best centres for apprenticeship recruitment, guidance and training. Young people apply directly for an advertised apprenticeship vacancy via the Way to Work website, and candidates are shortlisted to attend a competitive real job interview with the employer. If successful the candidate will begin a 12 month apprenticeship programme and be paid a minimum of £150 per week.
Accessibility
Bus Served locally by several bus routes including: 33, R70, R68, 267, 281, H22, 490, 290 and 110
Trains National Rail Service to Twickenham – Approx 0.3 miles away
Tube Nearest Tube Station is Richmond (District Line) Approx 4 miles away
Ofsted Grade Good Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 21st May 2010 “Apprentices receive good levels of support, with particularly useful help being given to those who might struggle with literacy or numeracy qualifications.” “Apprenticeship success rates are good overall, improving to outstanding over a four-year period”. “The scheme successfully takes young people not in education, employment or training and after a rigorous but supportive recruitment process helps them into apprenticeship posts”.
Age Range 16 to 18 19 to 24
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9.00-5.00pm
Qualifications Offered
Intermediate and Advanced Level Apprenticeships offered in Business & Administration, Customer Service, ICT, Child Care and Warehouse & Stores. Frameworks include the NVQ certificate or diploma, Functional Skills at level 1 and 2 in English, Maths and ICT and the Technical Certificate at level 2 and 3.
Needs Supported
Additional learning needs are supported in all Functional Skill areas by qualified support tutors.
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PRESET Charitable Trust Key Objectives/Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide opportunities for young people who face disadvantage, living in inner cities, to fulfil their educational potential and to provide the guidance that will help them to obtain meaningful and sustainable employment.
Site Manager Charlotte Barrett T: 07904 640 004
Type of Provision
Acton 2nd floor offices, 201 High street, Acton, London, W3 9DD T: 0208 8992 5202 E:[email protected] Hounslow Location to be confirmed
1) Foundation Learning Programme supports young people aged between 16-18, to achieve accredited qualifications, in Functional skills (Maths, English, ICT), Employability, Personal Development, vocational ICT. Learners also are provided with one to one mentoring support, and the opportunity to take place in our work placement programme. External trips are also part of the timetable
Accessibility
Bus 427,607,207,440,E3
Trains 10 min walk from Acton Central Over ground
Tube Acton: 10 min walk from Turnham Green Underground Station.
Ofsted Grade Grade 3 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted December 2008 “Good progression” “Good enrichment activities” “Effective mentoring” “Effective partnership working” “Good action to promote social inclusion”
Age Range 16 - 18
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10am – 4.00pm
Qualifications Offered
2) Foundation Programmes: Employability and Personal Development (Entry 3 - Level 2), Functional Skills English (Entry - Level 2), Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry - Level 2), Functional skills ICT (Entry – Level 2) , Vocational ICT (Entry 3)
Needs Supported
We have full access and support for learners with LLDD. We support learners with a variety of learning difficulties and disabilities.
We provided one to one mentoring support for our learners.
We assist with applications for free Oyster Travel card. We have a bursary fund for learners who qualify and also provide an incentive attendance scheme.
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London Skills Academy Key Objectives/Mission Statement
London Skills Academy (LSA) mission statement is to improve the academic and employment potential of individual’s by offering them an alternative future through training in education and enterprise. LSA aims to empower, giving individuals and small organisations the skills needed to play a full and active role in the economic, social and cultural development of their communities.
Site Manager Ishmael Francis Type of Provision
Ishmael Francis Project Manager London Skills Academy 123 Godolphin Road Shepherds Bush London W12 8JN t: 020 8222 6920 e: [email protected] w: www.lsa-edu.org
Foundation Learning (FL): The Foundation Learning programme (FL) is for young adults aged 16 to 18, working predominantly at entry level up to level 2. FL helps build learners confidence through positive achievements. It offers a personalised and flexible programme of learning leading to progression to apprenticeship, employment or further education. The young adults will acquire vocational skills and gain qualifications in Web-design, ICT, PC Repair, Customer Service, Business Administration, Mathematics, English, Employability Skills and Personal and Social Development. The accredited courses are embedded with Functional Maths, English and ICT supported with on-going IAG. This is re-enforced by an individually tailored suite of support and motivational training which includes: - Careers Education & Guidance;
- Time-keeping; Attendance; Help with CV - Conflict Resolution; Life Skills - Managing Money; Work Placement - Anger Management
Enrichment and extra-curricular programmes Supervised trips: are organised with the aim of boosting skills such as team-work while in a varied environment. Previous organised trips have included: Theme parks, Rock climbing, Paintballing, Cinema and museum trips
Bus Buses: 207, 260, 283 to Bloemfontein Road Bus Stop.
Trains Overground train to Shepherds Bush (Westfield) a 20 min walk.
Tube Circle Line or Hammersmith & City Line to Shepherds Bush Market (Zone 2) a 10 min walk. Central Line to Shepherds Bush (Westfield) a 20 min walk.
Ofsted Grade 3 Ofsted Comments
Date of Ofsted 11 May 2012 - Support for learners is good. Tutors, and the use of volunteers, provide a very effective personalised approach to help learners achieve their potential. Learners receive good information and advice with access to appropriate careers software support.
- Learners are developing good social, personal and employability skills. Learners improve their self-confidence and their ability to communicate with others and to manage their own behaviour.
- Training sessions are well planned with lessons providing an extensive range of interesting and challenging activities to engage and motivate learners.
Age Range 16-18 (FL)
Days Offered
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9.30am – 4.30pm; Friday (Open Learning) from 10.00am – 3.30pm
Qualifications Offered
The young people can choose one or more of the accredited qualifications: Functional Skills Maths, English & ICT (Entry 2 – Level 2) Personal & Social Development (Entry 3 – Level 1) Employability Skills (Entry 2 – Level 2) Vocational options qualifications: Customer Service – Award/Certificate (Level 1 – 2) Business Administration – Award/Certificate (Level 1 – 2); Health & Social Care – Certificate (Level 2) IT Systems Support (PC Repair & Maintenance) – Award/Certificate/Diploma Level 1-2 IT Users – Web site design – Award/Certificate/Diploma (Entry 2 – Level 2)
Needs Supported
All young people will take an initial and diagnostic assessment to determine their entry level. Young adult’s pastoral needs are supported. The ratio of staff to pupils is 1:10. All teaching staff are supported by volunteers which helps to support young people as they progress at their learning pace.