As part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week, we are celebrating the achievements of two of our senior pupils who are gaining valuable skills, qualifications, and real-world experience through their Foundation Apprenticeships in Social Services.
Foundation Apprenticeships allow pupils to combine classroom learning with hands-on work placements, helping them develop confidence, employability skills, and a clear understanding of future career pathways.
Alix – Social Services & Healthcare
Alix is an S6 pupil who is currently studying her Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services & Healthcare. Impressively, she also fully achieved a Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services and Childcare last year, showing real commitment to her chosen career pathway.
Alix attends her apprenticeship every Tuesday and Thursday, where she is studying modules including:
- Social Services in Scotland
- Human Development & Social Influences
- Communication
- Safe Practice and Wellbeing
- Safeguarding
Alongside her studies, Alix completes her work placement at Abbotsford Care Home, gaining first-hand experience of working in a professional care setting.
“I am really enjoying my Foundation Apprenticeship and seeing how different the frameworks are, as this is helping me with my chosen career path.”
Millie – Social Services (Children and Young People)
Millie is an S5 pupil who is currently studying her Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services: Children and Young People during the 2025–26 session.
Like Alix, Millie attends her apprenticeship every **Tuesday and Thursday**, studying modules such as:
- Play
- Safeguarding
- Wellbeing & Safety
- Communication
- Development
Millie also attends Dunnikier Primary School on Tuesdays as part of her work placement, allowing her to apply her learning in a real childcare environment.
“I really enjoy my Foundation Apprenticeship. I initially found myself stressing about the work as it seemed like a lot — it is — but the EOs and assessors are lovely and very supportive. The course has really allowed me to see what I can do and the opportunities within the childcare space.”
Alix and Millie’s experiences highlight the value of Foundation Apprenticeships in supporting young people to explore careers, gain nationally recognised qualifications, and build confidence for the future. We are extremely proud of their hard work and dedication and look forward to seeing where their journeys take them next.
