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Join Richard Hill in a comprehensive workshop focused on diverse models for Foundation Learning (FL) at Key Stage 4 (KS4). Explore various approaches to integrate vocational education and support functional skills in English, Maths, and ICT. Develop your own provision while gaining insights on tailoring core subjects and vocational options to meet individual student needs. The workshop encourages discussion and questions to refine your understanding and planning of FL programs, enhancing the educational experience for students in your school.
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TIMETABLING FOUNDATION LEARNING AT KS4 MODELS AND TIPS By Richard Hill
Aims of the Workshop • To look at a variety of models to meet a range of situations • Plan your own provision • Opportunity to ask questions
Components of FL • Subject or vocational knowledge, skills and understanding • Functional skills in English, Maths and ICT • Personal and social development learning • Some FL programmes also include work experience within their programme of study.
Functional Skills • Functional skills delivered as part of core • Additional support can be provided especially for assessment preparation
Model 1: In House Provision • Voc. provision on site delivered by school staff • All core can be integrated with mainstream • FL students choose two GCSE or other options • Curriculum: En(3), Ma(3), Sc(5), Pe(1), Re(1), PSDL(1), ICT(1), Voc. Opt (5), Opts (2x2.5) • Plus points: Maximum integration Works for small cohorts FL does not affect rest
Model 2: Full Day of Voc Learning • Vocational learning timetabled for one full day • Core (except ICT & PSDL) can be integrated • FL students choose one GCSE and one special opt • Curriculum: En(3), Ma(3), Sc(5), Pe(1), Re(1), PSDL(1), ICT(1), Vocational(5), Opts(2.5), Special Opt(2.5) • Plus points: • Vocational learning offsite/collaborative • More choice of vocational learning • Integration still possible • FL limited impact on mainstream
Model 3: Independent FL Group • Vocational learning/Alternative provision on two days per week • Can include work experience • Core Science only • One GCSE/other and one special option • Curriculum: En(3), Ma(3), Sc(2), ICT(1), PE(1), PSDL(1), Opt(2), Special Opt(2), Voc. learning/Alt. Ed/Work Experience (10)
Model 3 • Plus points: • Core delivery tailored to needs of FL students and includes functional skills • Wide variety of vocational learning through collaborative working • Alternative provision or work experience to meet individual needs • Minus points: • No integration with mainstream lessons • Needs a larger cohort • Limited GCSE option choices if cohort small
Individualised programmes • Specialised individualised programmes can be arranged • Best delivered through a dedicated unit • Further details available
To take away • Plan the provision that you would like to see in your school Questions ???