Alternative Provision 2015 - 2016
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Alternative Provision 2015 - 2016 Contents About Alternative Provision 2 SEN/LAC Protocols 3 Youth Careers 3 Behaviour and Exclusions 4 Members of the Alternative Provision team 5 Information on Providers f Barnet and Southgate College 6 f Bsix Sixth Form College 7 f Building Crafts College 9 f City and Islington College 10 f College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London 13 f Footsteps Football Academy 15 f Footsteps Sports Academy 16 f Footsteps Vocational Academy 17 f Islington Boat Club 18 f Sparkplug 19 f The Boxing Academy 20 f The Complete Works 21 f WAC Arts 23 f Westminster Kingsway College 25 About Alternative Provision The purpose of Alternative Provision is to provide an education for students who fall into one of the following categories: f Not suited to mainstream education f At risk of permanent exclusion f Wishing to specialise in a discrete area For some students it is clear that a mainstream education programme is not going to suit, therefore Alternative Provision can develop a more personalised learning programme. It is hoped that this will meet the needs of the individual student and give them a chance to re-engage into education. Another reason a student might be picked for Alternative Provision is because it is felt that they are at risk of permanent exclusion. This might be because he or she has already had one or more fixed term exclusions. By placing a child into a different provision we are encouraging inclusion in education and also giving the student a chance to achieve. Some students may want to study a subject which is not available at school, e.g. construction, mechanics, catering. This option is only available if the school, parent and student agree that a move to Alternative Provision is the best academic option. Providers All providers are quality assured by Islington and lesson observations are regularly carried out. Parents/Carers will receive three academic reports per year. Small Class Sizes There are never more than 15 students in a class, and in most cases classes are a lot smaller. Each class has at least two members of staff present meaning that students are supported at all times with their education. Please note that there are limited spaces on some other courses which are not advertised. Speak to Gabby Grodentz or Sally Dahl if your child is interested in a course which is not listed in this booklet, for example in catering, horticulture etc. A recent inspection of Alternative Provision, carried out in March 2012, stated: “There are effective arrangements for matching the alternative provision to a student’s needs.” “The providers plan work to match students’ ability levels and show a clear understanding of individual and group needs.” “Alternative Provision has been very successful in turning around wholly disengaged students.” 2 SEN/LAC Protocols When placing students onto Alternative Provision it is important that the school passes all information onto the Alternative Provision Team, who will then share information with the provider. This is even more relevant when transferring students who have special educational needs. The Alternative Provision Team will not accept a student with a statement without seeing their last Annual Review and Statement of Educational Needs. The following procedure applies to students who have a statement: f An Annual Review meeting should take place f The school need to monitor Year 10 students before a student is moved onto a provision on provision and arrange the Annual Review meeting f It is advised that the provider attends the Annual Review if possible; if not the Annual f The provider and Alternative Provision Team Review form and other information should be are responsible for Year 11 Annual Reviews. passed to the provider The S139a will be completed by the Youth Careers Personal Advisor f The Youth Careers Personal Advisor must complete a Learning Disability Assessment f The completed Year 11 Annual Review form (form S139a) for Year 11 students and should be sent to the school SENCO and the where possible the student must sign it Head of Alternative Provision f Parent/Carers need to be involved in this process and should be present at the Annual Review meeting Youth Careers During the course of Year 11, students will receive group careers sessions, alongside one-to-one support. The support will help students to apply for college courses, apprenticeships, training and employment. 3 Behaviour and Exclusions Behaviour Rewards Students are expected to treat both staff and During the course of the year some providers other students with respect and politeness. will celebrate achievement within the provision. Aggressive and challenging behaviour can result In the summer term students will be invited in a withdrawal from a provision. to an Awards Evening so that their hard work during the year can be celebrated and shared Basic rules with family and friends. f No Violence If a student is withdrawn from a provision it is f No Theft the providers’ responsibility to inform students, f No Drugs parents, the school and the Head of Alternative f No Alcohol Provision. This should be done through a telephone call and a letter being sent to all the Uniform relevant parties. A student who attends Alternative Provision is For Year 10 it will then be the schools’ not expected to wear school uniform. However, responsibility to place the student at another when completing practical subjects appropriate provision which they feel is suitable. dress is required, for example overalls or safety boots, which will be provided by the provision In the case of Year 11 students, Gabby that the student attends. Grodentz or Sally Dahl will make contact with the family and the student and help them to find Attendance another suitable provision. If a Year 11 student is withdrawn from two provisions their case will Students’ attendance is regularly monitored and go to the Securing Education Board with the tracked both through the provision and centrally recommendation that the student attends the through the Head of Alternative Provision. Poor KS4 Pupil Referral Unit. attendees will be issued with letters, fines and in some cases court proceedings. It is important A withdrawal letter will be sent to the provider that students keep their attendance up in order and the school where appropriate. to make sure they achieve the qualifications that they deserve. 4 Members of the Alternative Provision team Gabby Grodentz t: 0207 527 5195 Head of Alternative Provision e: [email protected] Sally Dahl t: 0207 527 4470 Alternative Provision Co-ordinator e: [email protected] Salma Rahman t: 0207 527 5894 Education Welfare Team Manager e: [email protected] Belinda Rowe t: 0207 527 8711 Education Welfare Officer e: [email protected] Nicole Antoine t: 0207 527 7053 Youth Offending Service e: [email protected] Katya Tagon t: 0207 527 5256 Youth Careers Adviser e: [email protected] Julie Evans t: 0207 527 5758 Alternative Provision Support Officer e: [email protected] 5 Barnet and Southgate College Barnet and Southgate College is a highly successful Further Education college with around 21,000 students from 14 years upwards. The College occupies four main campuses: Grahame Park at Colindale, Southgate, Edmonton Green and the brand new town centre campus at Wood St, High Barnet. We offer a number of personalised courses starting throughout the year aimed at 14–16 year olds with the emphasis on nurturing and re-engaging young people. Students are offered the opportunity to make a fresh start on a range of courses that are tailored to the individual needs of participants and receive a high level of support and guidance. Courses on offer Junior Traineeship (Year 11) Vocational subject lead to include: 14-16 Programme (Years 10 & 11) f Meaningful Work Experience in line with vocational f Ability and needs Lead option f A range of qualifications including GCSE, f Core Academic sublects (English, Maths, Science, Functional Skills and Entry Level certificate, ESOL ICT) certificates f Vocational options f Academic subjects include English, Maths, Science f Employability Skills and ICT f Vocational options Vocational Courses (Years 10 & 11) f PSHE Subject to demand f Gaming Industries ESP Programme (Years 10 & 11) f Electrical As above but with more emphasis on extra f Motor Vehicles support for: f Catering f Confidence building f Child Care f Self-esteem f Public Services f Pastoral support f Customer Services f Mentoring f Business f Travel and Tourism Virtual School (Years 10 & 11) A bespoke suite of on-line courses and tutorials for those that will not attend school or college Diane Sage 0208 982 5050 / 0208 982 5141 [email protected] 6 Southgate Campus: High Street, London N14 6BS / Grahame Park Campus: Grahame Park Way, London NW9 5RA www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/The-College/college-schools-and-departments/young-college Bsix Brooke House Sixth Form College Courses on offer BTEC Vocational Studies Progression This course is designed for students who are unsure about their future work opportunities, and enables them to experience different subjects in applied areas before deciding on a career or educational pathway. We welcome students with varying learning needs who require additional learning support to complete their studies. Central to the course are unite designed to develop the personal and social skills of students. Work Experience is an integral part of the course and students are able to make informed choices about their educational career path. Students can add to their qualifications with a Work Skills Award. Students extend their studies by choosing from a range of applied pathways: f Business f Hair & Beauty f Performance & Music Technology f Sports f Health & Social Care/Child Care BTEC Level 1 Business & IT This course is designed to provide students with a broad education as a basis for further education or training or to move into employment.