“ There have been measurable change in my classroom;

the Lead Learners have influenced peers to change

attitudes to learning ”

(UFA Supporting Adult)

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Lead Learner

TRANSFORMING LEARNING

UFASt.Paul’s Cottages 59/60 Water Street The Jewellery Quarter Birmingham B3 1EP

0121 212 9838 0121 212 9585 info@ufa.org.uk www.ufa.org.uk

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UFA means... I take charge of my own

learning

I value learning with others

I am curious and enjoy learning for its own sake

I can transfer learning to different contexts

I can be comfortable with complexity and subtlety

I can thrive on challenge, and seek creative solutions

I am resilient and resourceful

I am open and generous

I am reflective

I act ethically

UFA is a national educational charity. Since 1996, we have worked with over 750,000 young people and 6,000 adults in 50 regions, to create inspiring learning for all. UFA has also worked with groups in Jamaica and Australia.

The UFA network unlocks the potential of young people.

We raise aspirations across schools, homes and communities by creating transformational learning experiences.

We inspire and equip young people AND the adults that support them to become confident individuals, successful learners and responsible leaders.

Learning with the UFA

Learning to know

Learning to do

Learning to be

Learning to live with each other

21st century learning:THE TREASURE WITHIN

(UNESCO)

“The range of activities employed in the UFA sessions develop the skills (concentration, perseverance,

memory, communication, teamwork etc) that enable students to become more successful and independent

learners. The reflection and modelling techniques used helps students see what they have achieved and reinforces the positive rewards gained from learning

which helps motivate them to pursue further learning opportunities”

(Teacher in the role of Supporting Adult)

“The UFA was a life-changing experience that has

continued to have a huge impact on my learning.”

(Lead Learner)

LT-LL-V1/1011

“The students who attend the Y11 study revision club are being invigorated by the way the Lead Learners communicate with them. The students have been inspired to take responsibility for their own development.” (Supporting Adult)

Benefits of Lead Learner training for schools, youth organisations and providers of extended learning activity

What’s in the course?• Understanding the role of a Lead Learner and the

Supporting Adult• Exploring positive effective ways to work together• Planning sessions well for all learners• Developing an evaluation strategy using UFA’s Young

Evaluator’s Toolkit• Developing an understanding of effective learning

and how to provide a positive learning environment • Daily target setting and reviewing of own learning• Trying something new to experience being

challenged as a learner and understand what support learners need

• Considering responses to scenarios Lead Learners may need to deal with

• Presenting project plans for next steps

About the Lead Learner programme Lead Learners lead activities for others. This is a 3 day training programme for young people aged 11+ to gain the skills and confidence to set up, run and evaluate mainstream and extra-curricular learning activities for other young people. Lead Learners are responsible for all aspects of setting

• Raise aspirations, achievement, attainment, motivation, attendance and improve behaviour attitudes to education.

• This programme was designed to support initiatives focusing on Extended Learning, Young peoples’ voice and influence, Raising Achievement, Closing the gap, Citizenship and Community Cohesion.

• Organisations who value young people’s voice are able to provide genuine leadership

Outcomes for young people:• Ability to plan, run and evaluate high quality mainstream and/or extra-curricular learning

activity.• Understand how to create a positive learning environment.• Increased awareness about the process of learning and how to motivate peers to enjoy

learning.• Develop skills in project management, action planning, extending thinking and problem

solving skills, representing a collective view, giving effective presentations, giving and receiving constructive feedback, being in the role of consultant/adviser and setting and achieving personal learning targets.

• Develop understanding of inclusive participation and the value of self-reflection and evaluation.

• Increased self-confidence, confidence and ability to lead others and work well in a team.

Outcomes for Supporting Adults: • Greater understanding of their role as a

supporter, coach and facilitator of young people

• Improved relationships with young people

• Enhanced aspirations for young people• Ability to support Lead Learners to plan,

run and evaluate high quality learning activity

• Broader understanding and repertoire of learning processes to engage young people

• Increased awareness of the value of providing young people with leadership opportunities

CostDirect delivery

2 Day course - We work with the young people directly.

£2450

Co - delivery

3 Day course (2 with young people + 1 with staff) - We work with adults alongside young people,

£ 3935

Lead Practitioner

1 Day course - We work with adults to train them to deliver the peer trainer course

£145 pp (14 min, locally)

or see our events calendar

For more information about our training programmes, please telephone 0121 212 9838 or emailinfo@ufa.org.uk

Lead Learners

This programme is interactive and experiential, with Lead Learners and their Supporting Adults working together to develop their plans for learning activities for their peers.

opportunities in schools and community settings.

up, facilitating and evaluating the activity. They become positive role models, motivating their peers to participate in learning activities and often inspiring them to take on leadership roles themselves.