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Look Ahead: Post-16 Choices in Doncaster A Guide to your options for Post-16 Learning in Doncaster
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It’s Your Choice in Doncaster
This leaflet is full of ideas to help you choose your post-16 options in Doncaster.You can: • Find out what providers are available in Doncaster. • Find out what courses are available in Doncaster. • Find out what you need to think about when making
your decision and who can help.
At some point in Year 11 you will have a decision to make about how you are going to continue your education after your GCSE exams. This is known as your Post-16 destination. The main options available to you include:
• Apprenticeships – After Year 11 there are two types of Apprenticeship that are available to you, Level 2: Intermediate (equivalent of 5 GCSEs) and Level 3: Advanced (equivalent of 2 A Levels). The Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeships are only eligible to you if you have a Level 3 qualification already. Apprentices in Doncaster earn around £170 a week, on average.
• Sixth Form/6th form College Most sixth forms offer A-Levels, with some offering you the option to take BTECs or A Levels combined with BTECs.
• College – At college you are more likely to have to choose between a vocational course (focused on developing practical skills and technical knowledge needed for a particular career), like a BTEC, or choose to focus on academic options, such as A Levels.
• Training Provision – Local training provision is offered mainly by independent providers and is available at all levels from Entry Level to Level 3. Options include study programmes and traineeships. Some providers also lead on the delivery of apprenticeships.This booklet includes a directory of some local providers and their websites.
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> Study on vocational course, Level 1, 2 or 3, or A-Levels
> Independent learning leading to work, University or an Apprenticeship
College Apprenticeships
Post 16 Options Year 11 GCSEs
Sixth Form
> Traineeships available at Level 1
> Apprenticeships available at Levels 2 & 3
> Earn as you learn. Wages + Employment + Qualifications
> Leading to full time employment
> Academic style of learning
> A-Levels with some vocational options
> Leading to work, University or an Apprenticeship
You also have the option to apply for employment with accredited training or begin your work based learning with a Traineeship/Study Programme.
Each pathway will suit a different type of learner, have different entry requirements/ application processes and potentially shape your career in different ways. For example, this is a comparison between learning at College and sixth form:
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College Sixth Form
How long? > Two / three years depending on whether
you start at Level 1, 2 or 3. > Two years of academic study at Level 3.
What can I study?
> Variety of vocational courses to choose from. New College Doncaster also offers A-Levels.
> Students can focus on the subject area.
> Many Colleges offer Apprenticeships and can help you find an employer to train with.
> Each College offers different subjects and qualifications to choose from.
> Variety of A-Levels with some Sixth Forms offering BTECs or other vocational qualifications.
> Most Sixth Forms require students to study a variety of subjects, g: three A-Levels or BTEC combined with two A-Levels.
> Each Sixth Form offers different subjects and qualifications to choose from.
Learning / Assessment
> Vocational styles of learning with more emphasis on practical learning and coursework than academic study and exams.
> Academic style of learning with exams and some coursework depending on subjects / qualifications.
Work experience
> Many courses at College have a work placement focus. One day per week of your course might be spent on work placement.
> Some Sixth Forms offer a week or two week block of work experience.
Entry requirements
> Five GCSE’s at grade 4 or above are the general entry requirements for Level 3 courses at College.
> However students who don’t meet the entry requirements for a Level 3 course may begin on a Level 2 or Level 1 course.
> Five GCSE’s at 4 or above are general entry requirements for Sixth Forms with some subjects having additional requirements.
Where can it lead?
> University, Apprenticeship, University Level course at College, access to University courses, full time employment.
> After Sixth Form students can go to University, a Higher Apprenticeship, full time employment or Further Level Education at College.
What’s life like?
> Independent learning environment, new teachers, new classmates, new location and travel arrangements.
> More freedom / independence than school but still a familiar environment with teachers you already know and some of the students you already know.
This booklet will help you explore each different option, find out what’s available in Doncaster and crucially, choose what you want for your future and make the next step that’s right for you.
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Key points that you may want to consider: • What subjects do I need to get the job I want
in the future?
• Am I going on to university and if so, what subjects do I need to access the course that I want to do?
• What subjects am I good at and what do I enjoy?
• What is my learning style? Is an academic route (A Levels) or a more vocational/technical route (BTECs, Cambridge Technicals) right for me?
• Do I have the grades I need? Do I have a contingency plan if I don’t meet my entry requirements?
Key things that you may want to do: • Have a discussion with your careers advisor.
• Have a discussion with your parent/carer – what do they think?
• Attend some college/sixth form open days.
• Attend local careers events.
• Investigate apprenticeships available in the Doncaster area.
If you are still not sure or if you feel that you need further guidance, your school will have a designated careers lead who will be able to advise you on where to access helpful resources and on what to consider in making a decision. You can also access the Start Doncaster platform to explore potential careers, courses and your post-16 options at: www.startindoncaster.com
All full-time Further Education (FE) courses are free to UK and EU residents aged 16-18 on 31 August in the first year of study. If you are 16-18, there are no tuition or examination fees to pay.
Why Stay and Learn in Doncaster? Your local area is growing, vibrant and dedicated to developing a higher skilled, higher paid workforce. The past three years have seen a transformation in learning provision in the borough and significant economic growth, which has resulted in the Doncaster area having a record employment rate of 73.9%. Opportunities are available in:
• Health and Social Care (19,500 jobs)
• Retail (12,000 jobs)
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• Manufacturing (11,500 jobs)
• Transport & Storage (11,000 jobs)
• Education (11,000 jobs)
• Business Administration & Support (10,500 jobs).
• Hospitality and Catering (7,500 jobs)
• Construction (6,500 jobs).
We also have a number of key growth sectors, which provide an exciting prospect for future employment in the borough, including:
• Advanced Engineering & Technology – e.g. rail innovation.
• Creative & Digital – e.g.TV and Film production.
• Advanced Transportation – for road, rail and aviation.
• Advanced Materials – for construction and manufacturing.
• Green Growth - technology and innovation for all sectors.
New Doncaster Central Library and Museum, opening 2020.
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offering academic qualifications, to colleges specialising in vocational provision. This leaflet contains a list of providers in
The course lists are only indicative, and if providers don’t get enough people interested they won’t be able to run the course. It is worth contacting the provider before you apply to check
Ask if the course ran last year and how many people were on it, or how many people have applied
This can help predict how likely it is that the course will
Application processes vary from provider to provider so it is a good idea to check each provider’s website for their admissions procedures and deadlines. As a general rule, submission of your application for Post-16 study should be done
This will give you the best chance of attaining a place on the course of your choice. However, some providers will consider applications submitted after this date.
Cast Theatre, Doncaster
A Note on Raising Participation The government has increased the age to which all young people must continue in education and training to 18. This doesn’t mean that you have to stay in school and it doesn’t mean that you can’t get a job. It does mean that you must continue t in some form of learning until at least your 18th birthday.
So what are the options? • Full time education
(school, college or training provider)
• An apprenticeship or traineeship.
• Part-time education or training, when combined with employment or self-employment for 20 hours or more a week or volunteering for 20 hours or more a week.
School and College Post-16Providers in Doncaster Doncaster has a huge range of Post-16 learning providers, from the more traditional school sixth forms and sixth form colleges
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Doncaster and what they offer.
that courses are still running.
so far. run this year.
Application Processes
before the end of December.
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A Guide to your options for Post-16 Learning in Doncaster
Outwood Academy Adwick
Don Valley Academy
Ridgewood School
The Laurel Academy
Sir Thomas Wharton Academy
National Horseracing College
Cantley & Mexborough Education Hub
De Warenne Academy
Rossington All Saints Academy
Astrea Woodfields Academy
XP School Harrison College
Total Training Provision
Intertrain UK LTD QPD
Oracle Training Higher Rhythm
YMCA
Club Doncaster Sports College UTC Hall Cross Academy
Doncaster College The Hub
Hungerhill School
Ash Hill Academy
Trinity Academy
Armthorpe Academy
Outwood Academy Danum
The McAuley Catholic High School
The Hayfield School
Campsmount Academy
New College Doncaster
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Map of Providers in Doncaster
Astrea Woodfields Academy: Sixth Form
Provider Address: Weston Road, Doncaster, DN4 8ND Provider Website: https://www.astreawoodfields.org/sixth-form/ Twitter: twitter.com/aawoodfields?lang=en
Provider information Astrea Woodfields is a local Post-16 provider, offering the following courses:
Does the provider share provision with otherproviders? If so, what arrangements are in place? No
Can I receive extra funded support to study here? A 16-19 bursary fund
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting the delivery of courses this year? Students are receiving face to face delivery within all qualifications. The Sixth Form centre is in a separate area to the main school site, therefore ensuring that ‘bubbles’ are not crossed, with separate entrances and exits.
All classrooms are set up according to guidance, allowing and ensuring students to social distance at all times. Each room, study area and social area is equipped with disinfectant and sanitising products for students to use throughout the day.
All rooms are cleaned thoroughly and are not used by any other members of staff or students.
Our Sixth Form students have a separate dining area to the main school site, therefore ensuring that students are catered for, while remaining away from other year group ‘bubbles’ in school.
All resources and equipment required for the various courses and enrichment programmes in Sixth Form, is specifically designated to our Sixth Form students, ensuring that no other student or member of staff has access to this equipment to use with other year group ‘bubbles’.
Should face to face delivery need to stop at any time for students or a group of students, all lessons, resources and coursework information is available online. Staff are fully equipped to be able to deliver online lessons, with students being allocated email addresses to support this.
students or a group of students, all lessons, resources and coursework information is available online. Staff are fully equipped to be able to deliver online lessons, with students being allocated email addresses to support this.
Course Level
BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design 3
BTEC Extended Certificate in Psychology 3
BTEC Extended Certificate in Performing Arts (Drama specialism) 3
BTEC Extended Certificate in Performing Arts (Dance specialism) 3
BTEC Extended Certificate in Applied Science 3
BTEC Technical in Sport and Activity Leaders
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Campsmount Academy
Provider Address: Ryecroft Rd, Norton, Doncaster DN9 3FH Provider Website: www.campsmount.com/post16 Twitter: @CampsmountAcad
Provider Information: Campsmount is a Level 3 Course provider offering a range of A Level and Applied General courses. Students work in our Post 16 learning centre on their academic qualifications and also engage in our Aspire programme to develop skills and prepare for the next steps in their journey. Over 70% of our students progressed into Higher Education in 2020, several to Russel Group Universities.
Our setting looks to provide tailored study routes that meet the needs of all and our students make excellent progress. Experienced Post 16 teachers celebrated outstanding progress with our students in the Summer with over 40% of grades being secured in the A*-A grade bracket.
We welcome applications from students who have not previously attended our Academy, providing they meet our entry criteria. More information can be found on our website about the courses we deliver and the entry requirements
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer: https://www.campsmount.com/post16
Can I receive extra funded support tostudy here? Yes –A Post 16 bursary
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting the delivery of courses this year? Campsmount Academy has engaged with Microsoft Teams as a learning platform that supports both blended learning and remote learning. Students have the App embedded into their day to day curriculum to access out resources and activities.
In the event of any lockdown or isolation restrictions, all courses will continue to run through the Microsoft Teams application. Staff in Post 16 used this platform to successfully deliver a remote curriculum during the last full lock down, our current Y13 cohort are in a strong position and the effect on their learning was negligible. Should students or staff be required to isolate learning will continue via live lessons and work will be set and assessed through Teams.
Our teaching staff have worked hard to embed this flexible approach to learning so that in the long term our student experience is positive. In the short term we can ensure that progress will be made continuously and seamlessly both in the Post 16 centre and at home.
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Cantley & Mexborough Education Hub (in partnership with Barnsley College)
Provider Address: Cantley Community Centre, Goodison Boulevard, Doncaster DN4 6DF Provider Address: Mexborough Business Centre, College Road, Mexborough, S64 9JP Provider Website: www.barnsley.ac.uk/courses/apply-online/
Provider Information We aim to provide students across the South Yorkshire region with an opportunity to access a fully personalised provision via our Full –Time Study courses in both Cantley and Mexborough. Students will attend on-site classes once a week, and work remotely to gain skills, knowledge and behaviours in personal and social skills for development, employability skills, gain qualifications in Maths and English in conjunction with developing positive coping strategies and applying these within every-day interactions. Our students will work closely with dedicated staff to ensure they are supported on their journey to further education or employment through meaningful and aspirational targets and goal setting, meeting regularly to monitor and review progress and ensure appropriate support is put in place to ensure future success.
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer: www.barnsley.ac.uk/course/foundation-studies-full-time/
Does the provider share provision withother providers? If so, what arrangementsare in place? Cantley and Mexborough Education Hubs are working in partnership with Barnsley College. Running as outreach programmes these provisions offer a personalised approach to the Foundation Learning curriculum delivery in which students gain the skills, knowledge and behaviours required for future success in Further Education and/or Employment.
Can I receive extra funded support to study here Student are eligible to apply for Learner Support Fund in which learners will receive support for travel and food expenses. Learners accessing our offsite provisions will receive funds straight into their bank accounts.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? Students will access the majority of learning via online or remote delivery to reduce the amount of time students spend on site and to limit time within their social “bubble”. As part of student induction, students will become familiar with new expectations put in place to keep staff and students safe.
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Club Doncaster Sports College
Provider Address: Keepmoat Stadium, Club Doncaster Sports Park, Stadium Way, Doncaster, DN4 5JW Provider Website: www.clubdoncastersportscollege.co.uk Twitter: @CDSportsCollege Facebook: Club Doncaster Sports College
Provider Information Club Doncaster Sports College (CDSC) has developed rapidly over the past 12 years and we are proud to be recognised as the fastest growing sports college in the area. Since the College was founded, we have built a reputation as an outstanding provider for post-16 education. We have consistently surpassed targets and achieved outstanding results; beating national averages for our pass results year upon year.
Based at the Keepmoat stadium in the Club Doncaster Sports Park, we boast state of the art classrooms, a common room area, our very own gym as well as access to the fantastic sports park facilities. Our unique curriculum has been designed to give learners the opportunity to develop their employability within the sport and health and fitness sectors with an underlying curriculum designed to increase confidence and aspirations in those we teach. Our pathways allow our students to be able to study from level 2 right up to degree level. Our sports academies provide fantastic extra-curricular opportunities alongside this.
With a culture of ‘growing our own’ seeing graduates now employed by the Foundation in full-time positions, Club Doncaster Sports College is creating a ‘Stadium of Education’ the community can be proud of.
Link to an online directory of the provider’s course offer: www.clubdoncastersportscollege.co.uk/our-courses
Do you share provision with other providers?If so, what arrangements are in place? We sub-contract from Doncaster College in FE and work in partnership with them on HE.
Does the provider offer any special funding support for learners No
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? We have taken a blended approach to learning that has worked very well so far. Students are in smaller bubbles and we are delivering both onsite and online. We have stringent measures in place on campus with staggered timetables, temperature checks on entry, hand sanitiser and social distancing in place. Our sporting activities follow government and NGB guidelines. We have worked hard on measures to keep everyone safe and we are committed to delivering the high quality sports courses we are recognised for.
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Doncaster College
Provider Address: The Hub, Chappell Drive, Doncaster DN1 2RF Provider Website: www.don.ac.uk Twitter: @DonnyCollege Facebook: en-gb.facebook.com/doncastercollege
Provider Information Doncaster College and University Centre, part of DN Colleges Group, are the largest provider of Apprenticeships and Further Education programmes in our region. Winner of the Best Further Education College 2019 in the What Uni, Student Choice Awards. The College offers both vocational and academic courses to help students progress into their chosen career. Working closely with local, regional and national companies’ such as the NHS, Wabtec, students benefit from access to industry insights, including work experience, guest speakers and sector workshops. In addition to an individual programme of study, students can get involved in a wide range of enrichments to help develop their potential and work towards their dream job.
Based at The Hub campus, students can expect to access specialist equipment in purpose-built facilities on a wide range of levels. With 95% of our students going onto a positive destination following support from tutors who are industry specialists.
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer: www.don.ac.uk/course-type/further-education/
Does the provider share provision withother providers? If so, what arrangementsare in place? Yes – Doncaster College will be part of a Doncaster Central collaboration between the UTC, Doncaster College and Hall Cross Sixth Form.This will be known as DC6.
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? Yes –
Bursary Funds (Discretionary)
Students who can evidence a household income of less than £32,000 may be eligible for support towards the cost of their course related costs i.e. travel, childcare & kit/uniform (16-19 students only).
Vulnerable Bursary (16-19 students only)
Students who meet one of the set criteria are eligible for a Guaranteed Bursary of £35 a week to help with the cost of their course related costs.
Free Meal Entitlement
Students who meet one of the set eligibility criteria are eligible to receive £3.20 a day to contribute towards the costs of their meals whilst in College
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? COVID-19 has meant Colleges have had to review their timetables and subject delivery to adjust to the ‘new normal’. Doncaster College have developed a new delivery model incorporating online learning with traditional in class and in workshop delivery, known as blended learning.
Students can expect to access their subject sessions through a combination of online classes, that can be accessed at home and sessions delivered on campus in person. Our new timetabling of lessons will mean students can expect to physically be on campus for a minimum of 2 days a week, with at least one day a week delivered online, accessed at home. College will ensure students have access to laptops if required, we appreciate that not every student will have the relevant technology at home to learn online. Students needs will be discussed with them in private during the enrolment process. Online learning is not new for us! The lockdown meant that our delivery methods could be tested and not only did our current students manage to access lessons, but they thrived.
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Doncaster University Technical College (UTC)
Provider Address: College Road, Doncaster, DN1 3BF Website: www.doncasterutc.co.uk/post-16/ Twitter: @doncaster_utc Facebook: doncasterutc Instagram: doncasterutc
Provider Information University technical colleges (UTCs) are government funded schools that offer 13–18 year olds a great deal more than traditional schools.They teach students technical and scientific subjects in a whole new way and are educating the inventors, engineers, scientists and technicians of tomorrow.
They were set up to fill skills gaps in the economy, and are strongly focused on student’s destinations, whether they are degrees, jobs or higher level apprenticeships.
By integrating technical, practical and academic learning, we create an environment where students can thrive and develop the abilities that employers need. Students study a mix of traditional academic and applied qualifications, to make sure they are uniquely qualified to enter their destinations.
To do this, UTCs:
• Focus on technical specialisms
• Work with employers and a local university to develop and deliver their curriculum
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• Relate the content of academic subjects to their technical specialisms
• Have the latest equipment and technology used by industry
• Dedicate at least 40% of time to the technical specialism including design and building, working in teams and problem solving.
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer: www.doncasterutc.co.uk/post-16/
Does the provider share provision withother providers? If so, what arrangementsare in place? Yes, with Hall Cross Post-16 to form DC6. https://dcsixthform.co.uk/#prospectus
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? Eligible students can apply for a Post 16 bursary.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affectingthe delivery of courses this year? Delivery is primarily classroom and workshop based. Electronic lessons are uploaded daily for student who need to self isolate or in the case of illness. Normal educational Covid provisions are in place.
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Don Valley Academy
Provider Address: Don Valley Academy, Jossey Lane, Scawthorpe, Doncaster, DN5 9DD Website: www.donvalleyacademy.org.uk/post-16 Twitter: @DeltaDonValley
Provider Information At Don Valley Academy we believe that our core purpose is to prepare young people to enter a fast moving and rapidly changing environment.To prepare them for such a challenge we work to develop their skills, knowledge and resilience which in turn will enable them to achieve the highest possible qualifications.
Don Valley Academy works with the students to ensure that they learn in a happy and caring environment. Whilst there is a strong emphasis on academic achievement all students are encouraged to take part in a wide range of extra-curricular activities outside the classroom. The Mission of the Academy is ‘Changing Lives’. To improve educational outcomes for communities in the North of England, creating a sustainable organisation that improves our society and the wider community.
It is essential for our success to maintain high standards at all times and this is only possible with collaboration between staff, parents, and students. Our challenge is to provide the global education that gives our students the tools necessary to compete in the world market and by working together we can do this.
We look forward to the opportunity of meeting and working with you to ensure your child receives the best possible chance of achieving their full potential.
Link to the Provider’s page on the StartDoncaster Platform, with details of the courses provided https://guest.startprofile.com/options/where-could-i-learn/ destination/15398
Does the provider share provision withother providers? If so, what arrangements arein place? The Sixth Form at Don Valley is the Sixth Form of choice for many students in Delta Academies across Doncaster, we welcome applications for all students.
Our bespoke programmes include partnership arrangements with various employers and providers across Doncaster to ensure that are our students are best placed for both the world of work and University.
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? Bursary
The Sixth Form offer funding under the Government’s bursary scheme for all 16-19 students. More information on this can be found here. https://www.gov.uk/1619-bursary-fund
Travel
Students can apply for funding for travel from the bursary scheme and also qualify for the 16-19 travel pass from Travel South Yorkshire
Meals
Eligible students can also apply for assistance with school meals here. https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/free-school-meals
How are the rules around Covid-19 affectingthe delivery of courses this year? The academy had introduced the following measures to ensure the safety of out staff and students
• Students will arrive and leave at staggered times. With clear instructions in place for where to wait, where to go and where to wash and sanitise on entry.
• Signage and floor markings around the academy building are in place to reinforce key social distancing measures.
• Classrooms are arranged so that all social distancing measures can be strictly followed.
• Masks will be worn by students in all public space (corridors, dining room etc.) but these can be removed once seated to learn or eat. Mask are not required outdoors.
Full details of the Covid-19 measures in place in the academy can be found on our website here. https://www. donvalleyacademy.org.uk/covid-19
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Engage Training and Development
Provider Address: 2 Duke Street, Doncaster, DN1 3EA Website: www.engageTD.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/EngageTD/
Provider Information At Engage the learner is our customer and deserves an excellent experience! Our organisation strives to provide learner focused innovative and bespoke learning packages that involve close working with employers and other providers. Engage has been providing bespoke education to learners aged 16 & above for 15 years now in Doncaster, so we have exceptionally good relationships with employers, other providers & wider communities. Engage work to facilitate programmes with learners which will influence and impact on their personal and career success whilst promoting lifelong learning. Engage pride themselves on providing a personalised, transparent service to both the learner and employer. We achieve this through delivering effective IAG and designing bespoke training packages through qualified experienced tutors.This is evident through the feedback received on the learner satisfaction survey with 100% saying they would recommend Engage.
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer: https://forms.gle/JoFaxsrtnPPYrnnZ6
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Do you share provision with other providers?If so, what arrangements are in place? No
Can I receive extra funded support tostudy here? We offer a bursary, which is means tested & will look at individual cases where further support is required.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affectingthe delivery of courses this year? All of Engage’s classrooms have been set out to be socially distanced. Each learner is assigned their own desk & PC which is theirs for the entirety of their course. We have stringent measures in place on site with staggered timetables, temperature checks on entry, hand sanitiser / cleaning stations and social distancing in place. We also have remote learning set up for those learners who need to isolate so they can continue to work towards their qualifications with tutor & mentor support. Remote learning can be done through online or physical resources dependent on the learners situation & needs. Our classroom capacities are a maximum of 16 however 2 groups are significantly smaller with only 12 & 10 learners capacity.
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Hall Cross Academy
Provider Address: Thorne Road, Doncaster Website: www.hallcrossacademy.co.uk Twitter: @officialhallx
Provider Information Hall Cross is a large Sixth Form in Doncaster town centre offering an outstanding academic experience. We are the perfect bridge between school and university affording students the right balance of freedom and support. We have over 30 courses and an innovative partnership with Doncaster UTC enables students to co-locate their subject choices across the two sites. Students enjoy a wide range of subject choices combinations, access to outstanding sixth form specialist teachers, excellent facilities, and unrivalled levels of opportunity because of our partnerships with universities, apprenticeship providers and employers.
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer: hallcrossacademy.co.uk/sixth-form/courses/
Does the provider share provision withother providers? If so, what arrangementsare in place? Yes -We are in a partnership: Doncaster Central Sixth Form – the main benefit of which is students can combine Hall Cross and UTC courses to create a programme of study which works for them.
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? Students can secure bursary funding and our Danensian Scholarship provides funds to support students applying to the most competitive universities.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? We are employing measures in line with government guidelines to safeguard students and staff from Covid-19. We also have established Google Classrooms and so students who need to isolate are fully supported via our digital offer.
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Harrison College
Provider Address: Barclay Court, Heavens Walk, Doncaster, DN5 8BW Website: www.harrisoncollege.co.uk Facebook: @HCDoncaster Twitter: @CollegeHarrison
Provider Information Harrison College is a specialist business, enterprise and employability post-16 education provision for students with autism and special educational needs. We provide a challenging and future focussed environment with the aspirations of the student at the centre of all that we do.
We place no limits on what can be achieved, it is ‘Your Future, Your Choice’.
Harrison College is different from a traditional Sixth Form or Further Education College as we are based in a small, professional environment, designed to maximise the potential of all young people, including those with high functioning autism and Asperger’s syndrome. We focus on preparing young people for adult life, encompassing employability skills, work
experience, social skills, and life skills. Our class sizes are small, with a maximum of 10 to a class, allowing young people to build confidence and improve their mental health in a safe and familiar setting. We see the study programme as a bridge between school and employment as we include a long term work placement; an internship, in our programme allowing young people to develop the required employability skills whilst being supported by staff at the College and the work based mentor.
Link to the Provider’s page on the StartDoncaster Platform, with details of the courses provided: https://guest.startprofile.com/options/where-could-i-learn/ destination/18908
Does the provider share provision withother providers? If so, what arrangementsare in place? No
Does the provider offer any special funding support for learners? As we are a Specialist Post 16 Institution so the majority of learners are funded via their EHCP and have access to specialist provision.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? As Harrison College provides provision for vulnerable young people our provision is not affected by Covid 19 and we continue to delivery face to face. We have a range of online provision that is used in College and also in the home. As a precaution, all learners are in daily bubbles of no more than 15, with individualised resources, hand sanitiser and seating arrangements.
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Higher Rhythm
Provider Address: 53-57 Netherhall Road Website: www.higherrhythm.co.uk/courses/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/higherrhythm Twitter: twitter.com/higher_rhythm
Provider Information Higher Rhythm Ltd is a not-for-profit Music and Media Organisation based in Yorkshire, established in 2001.
We provide music & media industry services and opportunities across the Yorkshire region including two recording studios, a licensed radio station, a record label, digital distribution, events promotion, artist development programmes, enterprise support, courses (including national & higher national diplomas) and volunteering opportunities.
Higher Rhythm provides the entire music and radio industries under one roof (actually two…) offering a hub of opportunities which people of all ages can access to develop their knowledge. practice and careers, in music & media.
We also deliver a broad range of projects, working with local, national and international partners / funding bodies, to increase participation in the activities we provide and widen access to the music and media industries.
Do you share provision with other providers?If so, what arrangements are in place? No
Do you offer any special funding supportfor learners? Yes
Link to online directory of courses offered: www.higherrhythm.co.uk/courses
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? Covid-19 Update: We have overhauled our diploma programmes to make sure we can continue to deliver them safely and in-line with Government and Public Health England’s Covid-19 recommendations from September 2020.
We’ve also identified the following advantages in our learning programmes, which offer potential benefits when compared to learning in larger institutions:
• Our relatively small student community and our focus on learning delivered in smaller group sizes (rather than the larger numbers of learners in Colleges or Sixth Form environments) reduces the risk of spreading infections person to person.
• Our learners benefit from having a dedicated workstation, therefore reducing the risk of infections being spread indirectly, compared to widely shared learner computers used in many learning institutions.
• We have developed a bespoke online learning platform, which will allow learners on all courses a more flexible way to complete their learning, offering an alternative to physically attending sessions, where necessary.
• Studying in small work groups in our real industry setting also allows more of the vital hands-on time needed to develop a high degree of practical competence using equipment, and our vast array of industry level kit means you get to use the same gear professionals do (not the hobbyist stuff used in most learning institutions).
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Intertrain UK LTD part of the City & Guilds group
Provider Address: Balby Court Business Campus, Balby Carr Bank, Doncaster, DN48DE. Website: www.railway-training-courses.com/ learners/study-programme Facebook: www.facebook.com/IntertrainUK Instagram: instagram.com/mcauleyhighschool
Provider Information Intertrain (UK) Limited is an NSAR ‘Gold’ Railway Training and Assessment provider established in 1997, and accredited by various bodies including City and Guilds, RISQS, Network Rail and Qualsafe.
Our Core Values Intertrain is the largest commercial Railway Training provider in the UK. Our wealth of experienced trainers together can deliver a wide range of Railway training from Personal Track Safety to Auxiliary Operating Duties, Engineering Supervisor, Safe System of Work Planner, Machine/Crane Controller,Authorised Person, Nominated Person and OLEC. We are a National company with training centres in; Enfield, Crayford, Bristol, Birmingham, Cardiff, Derby, Warrington, Doncaster, Gateshead, Glasgow and Portsmouth.
Intertrain are a large private training and assessment provider, predominately involved in the rail sector delivering Level 2 and 3 Apprenticeships in Rail Engineering.
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We also provide the following courses: Adult Rail Operative Training -Training which assists individuals who are currently claiming state benefits or on low income. This training is designed to build, stretch and embed rail knowledge through extensive training, with a guaranteed interview on completion of the training.
Rail Study Programme - 16 to 18 part time provision. This training is developed to help candidates successfully move into their chosen career route which could be an Apprenticeship, Employment or Further Education Opportunities.
Apprenticeships - 18+ Apprenticeships combine practical training whilst employed and earning a wage. Gain extensive skills and knowledge with on the job experience.
Please click on the below links for;
Employer Information or Enquiries
https://findapprenticeshiptraining.apprenticeships.education. gov.uk/
Learner Applications
https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
Link to online directory of courses offered: www.railway-training-courses.com/learners/apprenticeships
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The McAuley Catholic High School
Provider Address: The McAuley Catholic High School, Cantley Lane, Doncaster DN3 3QF. Website: www.mcauleysixthform.org.uk Twitter: twitter.com/McAuleySch Facebook: facebook.com/McAuleySch Instagram: instagram.com/mcauleyhighschool
Provider Information McAuley Catholic High School welcomes students from all social, religious and non-religious backgrounds, providing exceptional pastoral support and an adult learning environment, supported by a purpose-built sixth form centre.
We pride ourselves on having happy and involved students and we support them through 1:1 mentoring, flexible starts and finishes to the school day and a work experience programme. We also offer over 30 Level 3 qualifications and a Level 2 Foundation Year Course, as well as a wide range of extra-
curricular opportunities including British sign Language and fantastic Performing Arts and Music Provision including, amongst other groups, a number of musical ensembles.
Our exam results are consistently very good, with our vocational subject results averaging a distinction and our A Level grades averaging B-C in recent years. Our pupils progress on to a range of positive destinations after study, which has included successful applications for Oxford and Cambridge, competitive courses at other Russell Group Universities, and apprenticeships with high-profile organisations (including the NHS) and local businesses.
Link to online directory of courses offered: mcauleysixthform.org.uk
Do they share provision with other providers? Ifso, what arrangements are in place? There are currently no courses that involve shared delivery with other providers. However, it is possible to enrol students on a part time basis and share course provision with other providers in light of individual needs.
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? In addition to the 16 – 19 Bursary, which is available to all post 16 students who meet certain eligibility criteria, students are encouraged to apply for and are supported in their applications for a range of scholarships available by universities and other academic or charitable organisations.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? All courses are running and with the full complement of timetabled lessons.The school and sixth form has extensive measures in place that mitigate the risk of spreading the disease. Comprehensive ‘blended learning’ procedures are in place to ensure learning and teaching continues in the event of an outbreak. A copy of the school’s Risk Assessment and Blended Learning policy can be found on the school website.
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National Horseracing College
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer https://www.thenhc.co.uk/nhc-courses/stable-staff-courses/ foundation-course/
Does the provider share provision withother providers? If so, what arrangements arein place? No
Does the provider offer any special funding support for learners? Yes, bursaries are available for households earning £23,000 per year or less, also funding for care leavers.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? Our course is residential, there are strict social distancing rules in place. Students are currently not allowed home or visitors onsite during their 12 week course to help with lowering risk to our students. Staff are only onsite if required most admin staff are currently working from home.
Address: The Stables, Rossington Hall, Great North Road, Doncaster, DN11 0OH Website: www.theNHC.co.uk Twitter: @The_NHC Facebook: NationalHorseracingCollege
Provider Information National Horseracing College (NHC) provides a responsive centre of training excellence within the north, identifying, encouraging and nurturing talent, particularly within young people.
For those people seeking their first taste of racing, our residential foundation course will ensure they have the necessary skills to gain employment in the racing industry;
• 18 week, residential foundation course
• 12 weeks at the NHC and 6 weeks work experience placement.
• Courses start every 6 weeks
• Riding and non-riding option
Who the course is for; Anyone age 16+
No previous equine experience or academic qualifications are required to enrol.
For the riding option applicants must not weigh more than 11 stone ready to ride (i.e. wearing skullcap, body protector and boots).
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New College Doncaster
Address: New College Doncaster, Hurst Lane, Auckley, Doncaster DN9 3HG Website: www.ncdoncaster.ac.uk/ Twitter: twitter.com/ncdoncaster Facebook: facebook.com/ncdoncaster Instagram: https://Instagram.com/ncdoncaster
Provider Information New College Doncaster is an academic 16-19 sixth form college specialising in A levels and level 3 applied general qualifications.A young adult environment which is different to school, New College is the ideal stepping-stone from Year 11 to university, high level / degree apprenticeships and employment.
New College offers a wide range of around 50 courses. We offer all of the traditional A level subjects, such as mathematics, sciences, English, languages, performing arts, PE, humanities. We also offer many courses you are unlikely to be able to study in smaller school sixth forms, such as graphics, photography, criminology, games design, medical science, dance, computer science.
New College is also proud to offer an extensive enrichment programme with over 60 clubs, societies, sports, subject enhancement programmes and projects that students can get involved with.
Please check out our website for details of our extensive bus network, enabling students to travel to us easily from across Doncaster.
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer: https://ncdoncaster.ac.uk/prospectus/
Do they share provision with other providers?If so, what arrangements are in place? No
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? Depending on household income, students may be eligible for the college bursary fund which is £600 per academic year. Further details can be found at https://ncdoncaster.ac.uk/ supporting-you-financially/.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? All students are currently attending college full time.A range of safety arrangements are in place to keep students safe, including:
• The use of one-way systems and face coverings in busier areas of college, such as corridors and on buses.
• The allocation of distinct Y12 and Y13 study areas around college
• Appropriate spacing within classrooms
• Appropriate spacing of students within social and study areas
• Additional cleaning in place within the college
• Access to hand sanitiser around the college
• The use of a staggered Y12 and Y13 lunch to support year group bubbles and to ensure that there is lots of social and study space available for students
• Additional supervision around the college site throughout the day by college leaders, to check that safety arrangements are being properly observed and that students and staff are safe
The college is particularly well placed to support distance learning in the event that a full lockdown should occur again. All teachers were able to deliver live lessons throughout the lockdown period in 2020, via Microsoft Teams.The college has very well established IT systems which students use regularly as part of their day to day learning, enabling them to transition easily to remote learning if necessary.
The college has arrangements in place to provide work for any students that need to isolate.
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Oracle Training
Provider Address: 65-67 Silver Street, Doncaster DN1 1JL Provider Website: www.oracle-uk.com Twitter: @oracletrainingconsultants
Provider Information The journey began in 1999 above a supermarket in Doncaster’s busy market place, with only 4 staff and 18 learners, the two Directors; Sally Finlay-Marsh and Diane Logan wanted to create a training organisation that was passionate about the Hair and Beauty Industry and high quality training, but also passionate about its learners! Twenty years later they offer places annually to 200 applicants for Study Programme, Traineeship, Apprenticeship and Advanced Learner Loan provision. They have two state of the art training centres in Rotherham and Doncaster and are supported by over 100 local Employers who offer to support our young people through giving work placements or by employing our Apprentices.
Link to an online directory of the provider’s course offer: www.oracle-uk.com/learners/
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Do you share provision with other providers? Ifso, what arrangements are in place? No
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? A bursary is available for those learners on a traineeship
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting the delivery of courses this year? Oracle’s centre has been adapted for Covid-19. On entry to the building all are temperature tested. Hand sanitiser is available around the building which also has a one way system in place. The practical room stations have been adapted for social distancing and Perspex screens are in place between stations. Distance learning is available for all learners.
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Outwood Adwick and Outwood Danum
Provider Address: Outwood Academy Adwick: Outwood Academy Adwick, Windmill Balk Ln, Woodlands, Doncaster DN6 7SF. Provider Address: Outwood Academy Danum: Outwood Academy Danum, Armthorpe Rd, Doncaster DN2 5QD. SchoolWebsites: Adwick: www.adwick.outwood.com/post-16-overview Danum: www.danum.outwood.com/post16overview Provider Website: https://www.danum.outwood.com/post16overview
Provider Information Our overarching criteria for learners to join our Post 16 centres is a willingness to learn.Alongside this, we will, as a guide, use KS4 Attainment 8 scores to support students in making their overall course choices, including the number of Post 16 courses to study. We reserve the right to amend our course offer based on available resources.The Principal reserves the right to not accept an application into Key Stage 5 if a student is deemed not to have met this entry requirement. We welcome all external applicants who will be subject to appropriate references from their respective schools. We hope to hear from you if you have any questions after our virtual open event -details can be found at Outwood Academy Danum website.
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer: www.danum.outwood.com/
Do you share provision with other providers? Ifso, what arrangements are in place? We are entering an exciting new stage for our Post 16 provision by joining together with Outwood Academy Adwick to create “Outwood Post 16 Doncaster”.This allows us to offer students a significantly broader range of qualifications across both sites.
The learning environment together with state of the art facilities makes Outwood Post 16 Doncaster the ideal place for students to continue their Post 16 education.The Sixth Form Centre not only champions academic success, regardless of a student’s starting point, but also supports students’ personal development, social interactions and provides excellent and appropriate advice and guidance for all students when determining their Post 18 progression.
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? The Post 16 Bursary Policy at Outwood Post 16 Doncaster follows the Outwood Grange Family of Schools Post 16 Bursary Policy, which can be accessed using the following link: https:// www.post16worksop.outwood.com/bursary
This policy has been produced in response to the national transition from Educational Maintenance Allowance to 16-19 Bursary, which has the aim to help 16- to 19-year-olds continue in full-time education, where they might otherwise struggle for financial reasons.
The bursary is made up of two parts – a bursary of £1,200 a year – allocated to the most vulnerable young people and a discretionary fund for schools, academies and colleges to distribute.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? All students, from both sites were welcomed back into the Academy in September. Students are receiving teacher led lessons that are either delivered face to face or virtually. Where students are receiving live lessons it is blended learning, which means the students who have the teacher in front of them have the same guided learning,questions, work and feedback as the students who are live. Our students are being asked to keep in their own bubble and have designated teaching rooms that are for year 12 and 13 only.There have been extra laptops and headphones ordered for our students who can work in the sixth form bases. Our pastoral leads are supporting our students through these difficult times and guiding them to develop their independent learning skills ready for university.
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QPD (Armed Forces Prep)
Provider Address: Doncaster Deaf Trust, Leger Way, Doncaster, DN2 6AY Provider Website: www.forcesprep.co.uk Social Media: www.forcesprep.co.uk Twitter: @QPDForcesPrepSY / Facebook: www.facebook.com/QPDTraining/
Provider Information Our students follow level 2 or level 3 uniformed services as part of a outdoors-based curriculum and a roll-on-roll-off programme with start dates throughout the year. If learners have not attained a level 2 qualification in English and/or Maths then they will study this with us; from Entry level Functional Skills up-to GCSE. We provide the opportunity for students to take part in mud runs, residentials and navigation exercises. Daily physical training sessions ensure that our learners are regularly benchmarked for their fitness so that they are aware of their current performance against military entry standards. We also support our learners through the application process with their interview technique and preparation for cognitive tests.
Link to an online directory of the provider’s course offer: www.forcesprep.co.uk/the-course
Do you share provision with other providers?If so, what arrangements are in place? No
Can I receive extra funded support to study here? Yes - students may apply for a bursary
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? All resources are available remotely for our learners to take part in distance learning. Learners are checked for their temperature on arrival and QPD staff are following guidelines around informing learners / staff to isolate if they display symptoms. Desks have been arranged to ensure that learners are not directly facing one another and we have increased the rooming allocation for teaching staff in order to ensure that learners are adequately spaced and teachers are not sharing desks.
The heart of our programme is outdoors-provision so that our learners develop their fitness and skills at working outdoors; mirroring the type of work in the uniformed services. We continue to deliver this provision. Where we may have used equipment for training in the past, we now utilise more body resistance training. Hand sanitiser is available for use before, during or after outdoors activities.
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Ridgewood School
Provider Address: Ridgewood School, Barnsley Road, Scawsby, Doncaster DN5 7UB Provider Website: www.ridgewoodschool.co.uk/sixthform Regular updates and communications available at: www.ridgewoodschool.co.uk/news/?pid=95&nid=18
Provider Information The carefully selected academic A level and/or Level 3 vocational courses students take at Ridgewood, allow for excellent progression beyond sixth form. Over 90% of our students go on to study at university, with one in three gaining a place at a prestigious Russell Group university and the vast majority securing their first choice of university. Increasing numbers of our students also successfully achieve placements on very competitive Higher Degree Apprenticeships.Alongside their lessons, students have access to a range of opportunities including internships, leadership and mentoring programmes, Oxbridge programmes, Higher Apprenticeship Programmes,Young Enterprise, careers guidance, Debate Society,The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and personalised support, to name but a few.These can only be found in our unique environment, which combines high academic standards and enrichment to enable the development of our students into truly rounded individuals.
Link to an online directory of the provider’s course offer https://www.ridgewoodschool.co.uk/sixthformcourses
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Do they share provision with other providers?If so,what arrangements are in place? No
Does the provider offer any special funding support for learners? In addition to the 16 – 19 Bursary, which is available to all post 16 students who meet certain eligibility criteria, students are encouraged to apply for and are supported in their applications for a range of scholarships available by universities and other academic or charitable organisations.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? All Ridgewood Sixth Form, students and staff adhere to the Covid-19 hierarchy of controls, to help keep everyone on site as safe as possible at this time.All students and staff must wear face coverings in communal areas and corridors, unless they are exempt. Students attend their lessons on site with their specialist teachers, unless they are self-isolating,or the government’s guidelines mean that not all sixth form students are allowed to be on site at one time. If this is the case, students then have access to a high-quality hybrid curriculum online.
Consistent with the guidance from the Department for Education, it remains our intention to provide remote education that is high quality and aligned as closely as possible with the provision students experience when they are in the classroom with their specialist sixth form teachers.The remote education we provide ensures students can continue to master the curriculum and make good progress - despite learning from home.All students complete training on Microsoft Teams so they feel confident to safely access live lessons, following their usual timetable, and know how to access resources and communicate with their teachers. Students and parent/carers can also read detailed answers to frequently asked questions by visiting the ‘Covid-19 Provision’section of our website.
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Sir Thomas Wharton Academy (Maltby Collaborative)
Address: Sir Thomas Wharton Academy, Tait Ave, New Edlington, Doncaster DN12 1HH Maltby Academy, Braithwell Road, Maltby S66 8AB Provider Website: www.stwcc.co.uk/sixth-form www.maltbyacademy.com Twitter: @Post16MLT
Provider Information Post 16 MLT offers an excellent educational provision. We pride ourselves in offering a personalised approach to learning and a strong community, with clear links to progression and high quality employer engagement.
Post-16 MLT focus strongly on academic rigour, but in addition our team will help you harness your unique qualities to stand out from the crowd. This is really important in a competitive employment market. Making the choice to stay on at Post-16 @ MLT will allow you to develop the key skills and qualities demanded by employers and universities.
What we offer • Small Class Sizes and Personalised Lessons We focus on
you as an individual, you are never just a number to us.
• Personalised Timetables Your student journey will be unique to you and include enrichment opportunities, as well as time with your personal tutor.
• Progression Routes Our leavers progress to high quality higher education, higher level apprenticeships and employment opportunities. Our students move on to Oxbridge, Russell Group universities and other highly sought after destinations.
• Enrichment Opportunities We have a broad and full enrichment programme that enhances and supports your experience.
• Excellent Teaching and Learning Our experienced teachers have in-depth and up to date subject knowledge, providing you with high quality teaching and learning to help you achieve high outcomes and to go on to succeed in your chosen field.
Link to an online directory of the provider’s course offer https://www.stwcc.co.uk/post16
Does the provider share provision with other providers? If so, what arrangements are in place? Sir Thomas Wharton is part of the Maltby Learning Trust and shares Post 16 provision with Maltby Academy. Students can access a shuttle minibus free of charge to travel between lessons on both campuses (6 minutes between each campus).
Does the provider offer any special funding support for learners? The Sixth Form operates a discretionary bursary scheme for Sixth Form students, which provides financial assistance for students to help support them with some of the costs associated with continuing in education; eg. travel costs and specialist materials.
Our Unique Offer; The MLT Football Scholarship
In conjunction with Sheffield United FC Post 16 MLT operate a football scholarship for talented footballers who also wish to continue with their Level 3 studies. It is a unique offer as students come to us to progress academically through their A levels or BTEC studies and develop with their skills in football. Students can complete:
• Academic study • Football Education • Physical, technical and tactical development • FA level 1 Coaching • Playing in British College’s League
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting the delivery of courses this year? Post 16 students are part of their own bubble.
The Sixth Form bubble has a dedicated zone of both academies in which to work. Where students need to access specialist spaces these are made available and cleaned before and after use.
Students have sole use of two social areas where they have IT access as well as the library for quiet study.
All classes are assigned as part of a Microsoft Team. Where staff are absent through isolation lessons have been taught via Teams. In the event of a full bubble closure lessons are taught on Teams and the resources made available to students. Where students have been required to isolate students are set work remotely.
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Total Training Provision
Provider Address: Unit 6, Croft Court, Sandall Carr Road, Doncaster, DN3 1QL Provider Website: www.stwcc.co.uk/sixth-form www.maltbyacademy.com Twitter: @STWAcademy @MaltbyAcademy Facebook: Post16@MaltbyLearningTrust
Provider Information Total Training Provision provide training to both people and businesses, to create and improve skills and employment opportunities. With our passion for striving for the best quality and delivery, we have recently teamed up with The Cult Car Club.
Ever been interested in restoring cult cars or campaigning your own digital media project? We are providing you with the tools and access to fulfil these dreams, while developing your skills and gaining new experiences.
The 2 Traineeships offered are Vehicle Maintenance and Creative & Digital Design.Although very opposite courses you will be working alongside each other restoring the cars, creating online stigma and thinking up creative design ideas.This is a unique experience for everyone involved and if you choose to join the journey you will be supported by professionals in the field to reach your full potential.
After completing the Traineeships, you will be able to progress on to an apprenticeship or even a full-time role with a reputable employer. By taking the course you will have gained not only valuable knowledge, but a confidence in the sector you are studying under, allowing your progression into further education or work to be an easier transition.
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer https://total-tp.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/The-cove-leaflets_01_DESIGN.pdf
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Does the provider share provision withother providers? If so, what arrangements arein place? No
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting the delivery of courses this year? We have restricted the number of learners we can invite on to our programmes to ensure social distancing can always be adhered to.
On entry and exit to the building and entering or exiting a classroom, learners are to sanitise their hands with the units provided. We have multiple stations around the centre. Mask are to be worn in communal areas; this includes bathroom breaks. There will be a one-way system to navigate around the centre.
Learners are socially distanced during taught input and using their own white boards, laptops and/or computers.These are sanitised at the end of each day along with tables, doors, toilets and handles.There has been an increase of cleaning communal areas.
While completing work experience, cars and computers are disinfected and will continue to be regularly throughout the day, the learners have been provided with gloves and are required to wear masks that we have provided at all times.
Learners who are required to self-isolate at any point during their Traineeship will be provided with work to complete while away from site to ensure as minimal disruption to their learning as possible]
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Trinity Academy
Provider Address: Church Balk,Thorne, DN8 5BY Provider Website: www.trinity-academy.org.uk/sixth-form/about/ Twitter: @TrinityThorne
Provider Information Trinity Sixth Form is a special place. Our students and alumni will tell you it’s the established team of great teachers that makes us stand out. They might mention our dedicated £1.2m Sixth Form building or the vending machines that cause such a stir at break time.They might even tell you our extensive range of extra-curricular opportunities is what does it for them. They might describe how their leadership role has helped them gain confidence or taken them out of their comfort zone. Most importantly our students will tell you they are challenged and supported to achieve their personal best by an aspiration team of teachers and support staff who want every young person at Trinity Sixth Form to achieve great things in an environment with strong values, a track record of success, and clear standards.
Everyone who comes to see Trinity Sixth Form in action is impressed. What are you waiting for? Call reception and ask to speak to the Sixth Form team or email cdudley@ trinityacademy.org.uk to book a tour, we look forward to meeting you and supporting you to your next destination.
Link to an online directory of the provider’scourse offer https://www.trinity-academy.org.uk/wp-content/ uploads/2020/10/Sixth-Form-Prospectus-2021-2022.pdf
Does the provider share provision withother providers? If so, what arrangements arein place? No
Does the provider offer any special funding support for learners? Yes learners have access to a bursary scheme. All details are available on our website.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? Trinity Sixth Form is operating a full time curriculum for all its Y12 and Y13 students.The Sixth Form has been grouped as one bubble with lessons taking place in classrooms which are not used by other year groups. Our excellent facilities have allowed us to ensure all students have access to their normal teachers and lessons are progressing as they normally would with additional intervention and catch up for work missed during lockdown. Face masks are compulsory on corridors and lesson starts are staggered to ensure students can move to specialist classrooms without encountering other bubbles. Students are not required to be on site when they do not have lessons but they are welcome to use their specialist facilities at any time. Remote and blended learning is available for any student who needs to self isolate via MS teams.All classes are using this platform to ensure work is not missed.
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XP School
Provider Address: Middle Bank, Doncaster DN4 5NG Provider Website: https://xp16.org/
Provider Information XP16 is a specialised provision for the creative arts and provides three pathways: Art & Design, Music Technology and Creative Media in partnership with Doncaster’s Higher Rhythm Ltd. Each pathway can be studied to Level 3 National Extended Diploma, which is equivalent to three A Levels.
Art & Design is delivered at XP East school.
Music Technology and Creative Media are delivered by Higher Rhythm (53 57 Netherhall Road, Doncaster, DN1 2PG)
Our partner Higher Rhythm Ltd is a not-for-profit Music and Media Organisation based in Yorkshire, established in 2001. They provide music & media industry services and opportunities across the Yorkshire region including two recording studios, a licensed radio station, a record label, digital distribution, events promotion and artist development programmes.
XP16 is based around three central reflective questions: What do I enjoy? Who do I want to become? Where do I want to go?
A comprehensive personal development programme is delivered alongside the continuation of Crew, our pastoral system.
The programme can include:
• Looking after yourself cooking, cleaning, personal finance, legal rights and duties, careers and pathways
• Working with others complementing our existing ways of working through individual and team work, with academic and pastoral support to ensure this.
• Presenting yourself preparing portfolios, CVs, UCAS forms, and further building of relationships with potential universities, employers or apprenticeships.
Do they share provision with other providers? Ifso, what arrangements are in place Higher Rhythm as mentioned above.
Harrison College: Our partner delivers academic courses for students with Autism and Special Educational needs, as well as supporting pastoral support.
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? The scheme provides financial help to young people aged 16 to 19 who face financial barriers to participating in education or training, provided they meet agreed standards of attendance. Details about our 16-19 Bursary Scheme can be found here.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affectingthe delivery of courses this year? At XP16 we fully operate the recommended Covid-19 hierarchy of controls.All students are expected to wear face masks or coverings in communal areas and corridors. Lesson starts, breaks and lunchtimes are staggered with other year groups in order to minimised movement around school, and lessons are based in zoned areas for each year team. Our ICT provision revolves around Google Apps where websites are used to support a blended approach to students’ studies.Throughout Lockdown we were able to use this technology, along with one to one video tutorials, to support the continuation of courses.
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YMCA Training
Provider Address: Unit 1 & 2 Trafford Court, Doncaster, DN1 1PN Provider Website: www.ymca.co.uk
Provider Information With over 40 years of experience in delivering training in the Doncaster area,YMCA Training believes every young person has something to offer society. We provide opportunities for them to discover and fulfil their potential; every learner who accesses provisions with us deserves an excellent experience and the opportunity to live happier, healthier and more fulfilled lives.
YMCA Training works with young people from the age of 14 upwards delivering bespoke programmes of learning to which supports lifelong learning, for all those we work with. We have close working relationships with employers, other providers and the local community, which enables unique learning opportunities for each and every individual.
YMCA Training offers training courses and apprenticeships for the office support to personal trainers. We take time to help them find their niche. Our main focus is to prepare young people for working life. Small class sizes allow young people to build confidence, self-esteem and improve well-being.
Do you share provision with other providers? Ifso, what arrangements are in place? No
Does the provider offer any special fundingsupport for learners? We offer the 16-19 government bursary which can be applied for should a young person meet the criteria.
How are the rules around Covid-19 affecting thedelivery of courses this year? The welfare and interests of our learners, our employer partners and members of staff is at the heart of everything we do at
YMCA Training.Throughout the pandemic we have continued to provide one to one support to our employers and learners adapting our delivery times and styles to accommodate their needs.The training centre in Doncaster has re- opened with stringent measures in place
• Staff and learner adhere to the Covid-19 hierarchy of controls, to help keep everyone on site as safe as possible at this time
• All learners and staff must wear face coverings in communal areas and corridors, unless they are exempt
• Staggered start and finish times, to support social distancing of support bubbles
• All learners complete training on how use MS teams
• Remote and blended learning is available for any student who needs to self-isolate via MS teams.
• Wellbeing calls, and deliver service and collect of resource for those who do not have not IT of internet resource at home
• One way systems in centre
• Individual resources
• Hand sanitisers /cleaning stations
• Daily temperature checks for staff and learners
• Increased cleaning and sanitizing of all learning areas
• Revised classroom layouts to support social distancing
We continue to update our restrictions and practices in line with government guidance.
Where can I go to access further informationand support? Careers information,Advice and Guidance Start Doncaster – (remember to register using a Doncaster postcode) - http:// startindoncaster.com
The National Careers Service – https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/
Doncaster Council Participation and Engagement Service -01302 862150 (10am-4pm).
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Where can I go to access further information and support? Careers information, Advice and Guidance Start Doncaster (remember to register using a Doncaster postcode) www.startindoncaster.com
The National Careers Service https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/ including the course directory at: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/find-a-course
Doncaster Council Participation and Engagement Service 01302 862150 (10am-4pm)
To see what support you and your family can access in your local area, visit: www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/ local-offer-preparing-for-adulthood-post-16
