• Year One:
• Year Two:
• Year Three: 

• Working safely
• Using tools
• Working in a team
• Etc…

• Basic mechanical and trade-related skills
• Safe use of tools and equipment
• Understanding health and safety procedures
• Following instructions and working to specifications
• Problem-solving and practical thinking
• Teamwork and collaboration in workshop settings
• Developing a good work ethic (punctuality, reliability, perseverance)
• Applying Maths and English in practical contexts
• Exploring career pathways in trades and technical roles
• Building confidence through hands-on projects

Short explanation of course:

GCSE Photography is a two year creative course that explores the art and technique of photography. Students learn how to use cameras, edit images, and develop visual ideas through practical projects. The course covers topics like composition, lighting, digital and traditional photography, and image analysis. Assessment is based on a portfolio of work and a final project set by the exam board. It’s a great way to build artistic skills and visual storytelling abilities.

Bullet point of skills and knowledge to be covered:

• Camera operation: Learn how to use digital and/or film cameras, including manual settings like aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.
• Lighting techniques: Explore natural and artificial lighting to enhance image quality and mood.
• Composition skills: Apply rules like the rule of thirds, framing, and perspective to create visually engaging photos.
• Creative experimentation: Try out different styles, genres, and photographic techniques to develop a personal approach.
• Image editing: Use software such as Photoshop to refine and manipulate photographs.
• Visual analysis: Study and interpret the work of photographers and artists to understand context and meaning.
• Research and inspiration: Investigate themes, concepts, and historical movements to inform your own projects.
• Portfolio development: Build a body of work that showcases your skills, ideas, and creative journey.
• Project planning: Develop ideas from initial concept to final outcome through sketchbooks or digital journals.
• Assessment preparation: Complete coursework and an externally set assignment to demonstrate your learning.

Short explanation of course:

Bullet point of skills and knowledge to be covered:

ICT Pathway (2-Year Course)
The ICT pathway is structured as a 2-year course, with each year focusing on a distinct, complementary set of skills: Graphic Design (Year 1) and Microsoft Office Skills (Year 2).

1. Course Overview and Aims

Short Explanation of Course:

• This 2-year ICT pathway is designed to provide learners with essential skills in both creative design and practical digital literacy.
• Year 1 focuses on the NCFE Graphic Design qualification (four units), which aims to provide basic graphic design skills and an understanding of the main principles of design.
• Year 2 focuses on Microsoft Office Skills, specifically Microsoft Excel (Spreadsheets) and Microsoft Word (Word Processing).
• Core Approach: The qualifications provide a strong foundation for progression into further study and are supplemented by text bespoke project work (posters, social media ads, menus, etc.) for both internal college needs and external community groups.

Short explanation of course: The NCFE Health and Social Care courses are designed to support Entry Level 3 and Level 1 learners in developing a practical understanding of the care sector. It offers a hands-on approach to learning, helping learners build confidence while gaining essential skills, knowledge, and awareness of what it means to work in health and social care. Learners will take part in engaging activities such as role-play,group discussions, and simulated care scenarios to explore topics like helping others, keeping people safe, caring for babies and child
development. This qualification provides a strong foundation for further learning or training in health and social care and helps learners take their first steps towards future employment or progression to higher-level courses.

Skills and knowledge to be covered:

• Using equipment such as hoists, wheelchairs and walkers
• Building communication skills
• Understanding basic care values
• Learning how to support people within a care environment
• Understand the expectations of working life and being professional
• Learners develop personal skills such as reliability, empathy, and respect—qualities that are important in any care role.

• Prepare and cook using basic food preparation skills
• Understand the functions of food in the body and in recipes
• Explore balanced diets and how to modify recipes for health
• Plan and produce dishes for specific purposes
• Apply health and safety, and hygiene practices in food preparation
• Develop transferable skills, including:
  • Planning and organisation
  • Research and investigation
  • Communication and teamwork
  • Problem-solving and decision-making

• Exploring different creative mediums (e.g. visual arts, performance, digital)
• Developing personal creative projects
• Researching artists and their work
• Reflecting on creative experiences
• Building communication and presentation skills
• Collaborating with others
• Understanding the role of arts in society

Short explanation of course:

Horticulture
Short explanation of course:

The Step Up to Practical Horticulture course has been designed to enable learners to experience the world of gardening and horticulture. Sessions are based in the college polytunnel and around the grounds at College. learners also have the opportunity to spend time in the community developing their gardening skills and knowledge by working in community garden spaces.
The sessions are practical and real world where the learners complete a wide range of seasonal gardening jobs to support their learning journey. Sessions are personalised so that learners can focus on particular areas of interest which could lead on to work experience opportunities where possible with a particular focus in certain aspects of gardening.

The course runs for one academic year but it is possible for learners to return for a 2nd year to enhance their knowledge in areas of particular interest within our college horticulture offer.

Skills and knowledge to be covered:

recognising a range of tools, equipment and plants
working as part of team to complete a range of different horticulture activities
using a range of garden tools, equipment and techniques to establish a garden
using a range of garden tools, equipment and techniques to cultivate and look after a garden
following a series of instructions to complete an activity
learn how to sow and propagate seeds, bulbs and plants
learn how to save and store seeds
understanding life cycles of seeds and plants
learn how ICT can be used in the garden
learn how to harvest a range of vegetables, fruit, herbs and flowers
have had the opportunity to taste and a cook a range of vegetables, fruit and herbs that I have helped grow
learn how to design and plan a garden
learn how to build a range of garden object such as bird boxes, bug hotels and raised beds
learn how to test soil
learn how to compost organic matter and reuse it within a garden
visit a range of different horticulture settings to volunteer or develop a greater understanding of work opportunities in this field.
learn how to look after and maintain garden tools and PPE equipment
mentor and teach others about gardening

• Developing a good work ethic
• Understanding health and safety and workplace hazards
• Travel training and manual handling
• Customer service and communication skills
• Preparation for Adulthood skills for independence
• Applying Maths and English in the workplace
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Experience in roles such as kitchen assistant, café assistant, print shop and project assistant

• Understanding employment routes and opportunities
• Health and safety in the workplace
• Workplace communication and teamwork
• Following instructions and problem-solving
• Developing a good work ethic
• Writing CVs and job applications
• Travel training and independent commuting
• Everyday Maths and English in the workplace
• Customer service and manual handling
• Role-specific training (e.g. retail ready, healthcare, hospitality)