Vocational Education

Vocational pathways are available at both Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 and are for those students who enjoy a more practical approach to learning. All courses have been designed to develop students’ interest in the world of work and to begin to acquire specific work-based skills relevant to the subject sector.

The KS4 Curriculum

OCR Cambridge National Level 1/Level 2 in Sport Science

Our Cambridge National in Sport Science will encourage students to think for themselves about the scientific world of sport whilst putting those theories and concepts into practice in both theoretical and practical sport situations. They will gain a full and complete understanding of these areas to enable progression at level 3 into a scientific discipline of their choice.

OCR Cambridge National Level 1/Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Our Cambridge National in Health and Social Care will inspire and equip students with transferable skills that are relevant to the sector and more widely. It covers the rights of individuals, person-centred values of care, how to protect individuals in various care settings and learn about the impact of life events.

Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award in Enterprise

This programme has been designed to provide a broad educational basis for further training and further education or for moving into appropriate employment within the business and administration sectors.

The KS5 Curriculum

OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical in Sport & Physical Activity

Our Cambridge Technicals in Sport and Physical Activity provides students with practical opportunities to develop relevant core knowledge and skills. Students further develop their skills through specialist pathways that help them deliver sport and physical activity to a wide range of participants.

OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical in Health & Social Care

Our Cambridge Technicals in Health and Social Care uses direct experience to help students develop the underpinning knowledge as well as practical and personal skills required to work in this sector. They learn how to deliver person-centred care and support to meet the needs of a variety of service-users.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Business

The aim of this course is to prepare students who wish to embark on a career within the field of business or, for those who prefer, it counts towards entry into Higher Education (HND/BA). The units are assessed and graded, and an overall grade for the qualification is awarded, i.e. Pass, Merit or Distinction. All units are internally assessed.

Staff

Mr G Henderson – Subject Leader

Mr Siddiquee

Ms Coles

Mrs Bennett

Miss Pickup

Mr S Maye