We are working with local schools – including lower and
middle - in a more varied and integrated way on all aspects of the
school curricula. The extra provision is delivered either at
Bedford College, Shuttleworth College or in schools by teaching
staff, the Student Champions and Ellen.
It includes:
- Assembly presentations on Further and Higher
Education, sustainable technologies, careers, employment and
apprenticeships.
- Interactive Seminars - where young
people experience a college student’s day, getting a real flavour
for the curriculum they would cover if they chose a course in that
department. As well as how this links to what they are presently
studying in school.
- Aspirational and inspirational
workshops/assemblies, entitled Aim 4UR Future, delivered
by both staff and students. Open to all ages, it focuses on
personal goals, lifestyle choices, careers and employment.
- Interactive workshops, entitled Challenging
Stereotypes, which provide up-to-date information and education,
broadening career options and dispelling myths.
- Student Experience Days - these are
arranged with staff and current students across the Colleges -
prospective students shadow other students for a day and get an
insight into the college environment and the chosen course.
- 1-1 or small group targeted support workshops
- motivating and re-engaging learners, so that they raise their
expectations and fulfil their potential.
- Information, advice and guidance is provided
by Ellen, colleagues and students at Options’ Day/ Evenings,
Careers Fairs and Parents/Carers school events.
- The Schools Liaison’s electronic
bulletin keep schools and other interested parties
updated on the latest news.
- Work experience placements are offered by both
Bedford College and Shuttleworth College. These give young people
the opportunity to learn about how our organisation functions, as
well as allowing them to gain valuable workplace skills.
Contact Ellen on: epunter@bedford.ac.uk or 01234
291303 for more information and to set up a time to meet and
discuss what she can do for you.
