We develop life skills through a variety of enrichment activities, social opportunities and work experience. This includes our social enterprise project which is run at Common Leys Farm.
All courses enable students to further develop relevant English and maths skills, and where appropriate, students will have the opportunity to access a variety of therapeutic care, such as Speech & Language (SALT), Physio and Occupational Therapy (OT).
The Pathways department is like its own small community, where you will make new friends, discover new interests, go on exciting trips and have a lot of fun along the way. We can't wait for you to come and join us!
Our Pathways students have made it to the Lord’s Taverners Table Cricket Finals at Lord’s Cricket Ground for the last 2 years – the winning trophy has been just out of reach, but we remain determined to win it one day!
The College has invested in the digital learning tool, WikiMe. It allows students to upload videos and images, set goals and more importantly set up a circle of friends, all in a safe and secure setting. Pathways 2 students are so proficient with the tool that they show students from Pathway 1 how to use it!
The software also allows staff to set goals, to evidence tasks being completed and even message students off-site on work experience to be able to update progress.
Our Pathways programme is designed specifically for young people with a range of SEN needs who currently have an EHCP.
On Pathways, there is support at every point of your journey, with transition workers here to make that change from school as smooth as possible. There are 3 different Pathway routes:
Finding the right route for you will help to build your confidence and set you on the path to achieving your goals!
Previous school:
Fitzwaryn School
Jack joined our Pathways course in Abingdon in 2016, after leaving Sixth Form at Fitzwaryn School.
Jack grew in maturity and confidence during his time at the College and remains a highly motivated and enthusiastic learner. He achieved his first Functional Skills maths qualification and planned to carry on moving up levels.
He worked very hard on his communication with peers and other college users and confidently used the canteen facilities to buy himself lunch or a drink.
He was supported by our job coach to secure a meaningful work placement, which will help him fulfil his aspirations.
Previous school:
Fitzwaryn School
My tutor is amazing and all the staff are kind. The College is great; I like using Costa and I always get hot chocolates!
The lessons are things like spelling and grammar which I enjoy, we do quizzes and also cooking, making cakes, pizza, meals using Quorn and a Theme of the Week.
My favourite part is going to Common Leys Farm on Mondays for the Propeller Project. We do outdoor things like planting flowers, woodwork and animal care.
Previous school:
St Gregory the Great School
The support is good and there are lots of teachers for each student. They are nice and helpful, and they make the lessons interesting and fun. The class size is smaller too so it is quieter.
I'm getting a LASER qualification and I feel like I'm increasing my confidence being on this course. We are treated more like adults and I have more responsibility and choices.
We also get to go on trips and do activities like tennis, which I really enjoy.
Progressing from a Pathways programme can lead to getting a part- or full-time job, another course at college, supported training in the workplace, or even an apprenticeship!
School Leaver P12808
This course is for young adults who have profound and multiple learning difficulties. The programme is multi-sensory and delivered in a supportive environment, with highly trained staff and a high staff/student ratio, aimed at improving communication...
School Leaver P12805
This course is aimed at students working at or towards Entry Level 1 in English and maths and that are becoming more independent. Students work towards an OCN accreditation in Skills for Independence and Employability, alongside continuing to develop...
School Leaver P12822
This course is designed for students working towards Entry Level 3 in English and maths and focuses on developing employability skills and enhancing independence skills, with aspiration to work in the near future....
School Leaver P12802
This course is designed for students working towards Entry Level 3 in English and maths and focuses on developing employability skills and enhancing independence skills, with aspiration to work in the near future....
School Leaver P12809
This course focuses on consolidating independent living skills to enable learners to transition to life beyond college....
School Leaver P12801
This course is designed for learners with an EHCP (Education Health and Care Plan) who aspire to work in the future. It aims to enhance self-confidence, employability skills, and provide valuable work experience before transitioning to our Supported ...
School Leaver P12824
This course is designed for identified learners with a current Education Health and Care Plan who wish to access full time work but may need support into the world of work....
School Leaver P12834
This course is designed for identified learners with a current Education Health and Care Plan who wish to access full time work but may need support into the world of work....
School Leaver P12807
This course is aimed at students working at Pre-Entry levels. It has a varied curriculum aimed at developing skills to make independent choices, communicate effectively, explore the world around them and prepare them for adulthood which includes bein...
School Leaver P12821
This course is designed for learners with an Education Health and Care Plan who aspire to work in the future. It aims to enhance self-confidence, employability skills, and provide valuable work experience before transitioning to our Supported Interns...
School Leaver P12803
This course is designed for students working towards Entry Level 2 in English and maths. The course is aimed at students who have a desire to live independently and work in the future but still require a certain level of support to help them achieve ...
School Leaver P12823
This course is designed for students working towards Entry Level 2 in English and maths. The course is aimed at students who have a desire to live independently and work in the future but still require a certain level of support to help them achieve ...
24 Apr 2024
Pathways students head to Table Cricket regional finals following county competition win.
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