The School Day
Post 16 Classes: 9.00 a.m. start, and end at 3.30 p.m.
Independent travellers finish at 3.10 p.m.
Lunchtime is from 12.15 p.m. to 1.00 p.m.
The morning interval is from 10.10 a.m. to 10.25 a.m.
Post 16 pupils follow a timetable, which is divided, into six periods.
Post 16 Curriculum and Senior Phase
In S5-S6 pupils become students and move to the Post 16 area or Step Unit for one or two years. Here the curriculum takes on a fairly radical change and places much greater emphasis on preparing students for the world of work and independent living. Practical life and work skills are the main focus, with students spending more time at FE College placements and gaining experiences in vocational areas. Core skills are integrated into all areas and more student choice is available in vocational, healthy lifestyle and community involvement areas throughout the two years.
The Curriculum for Excellence principles are used to give a broad based curriculum with flexibility to meet individual needs ensuring our students are confident, effective, successful and responsible citizens. All students are fully involved in their learning and gain National Certification in almost all areas. Each year students also enjoy a residential experience either in Britain or abroad. Students leaving the Post 16 area will choose to move to Further Education College, Training for Work or may have the opportunity to be involved in work initiatives. Students and parents are fully involved in the transitional planning process with the Careers Service.
