Post 16 Provision
Head of Post 16 - Mr Hulme
Welcome to Post 16 - Our semi-independent provision
Our Post 16 provision offers education for students age 16 to 19 years. It is responsible for supporting the transition from Key Stage 4 into Post 16 and the transition from Post 16 into the world of work or Further Education. We provide for continued academic achievement and the development of social skills to help prepare our students for adult life.
Programmes of Study
Our Programmes of Study have been designed to offer students a planned learning experience, that follows their preferred career pathways. They also support students in facing experiences that will challenge them and ready them for the next step of their transition.
Post 16 operates on a timetable, based around academic learning, Life Skills and enrichment opportunities. All timetables are designed to reflect the particular needs of our students.
Students have the opportunity to study a range of academic subjects at GCSE, A Level, BTEC, Entry Level or equivalent, either as new subjects or as re-sits. Students can access many of the qualifications that the school offers, from the more ‘traditional’ GCSEs in Maths, English to Sports Leadership Aaward. Life skills is taught through an ASDAN qualification, based around developing personal, social and communication skills.
For 2023-24 we currently offer the following.:
| GCSE English | GCSE Maths |
| GCSE AS/A Level Art and Design | BTEC Hospitality & Tourism |
| GCSE/AS Photography | ASDAN Horticulture |
| BTEC P.E. | Cambridge Nationals Computing |
| GCSE D.T (3D Art) | GCSE & A-Level History |
| GCSE Graphics | Duke of Edinburgh Award |
Enrichment and Transition
We offer a range of activities throughout Post 16, such as work experience, college visits, taster days and travel training to help with transition away from West Kirby School.
Our aim is to support and develop confidence towards adulthood. Through lessons, activities and a variety of other experiences, students develop their skills and are prepared for more independent living, understand how to keep fit and healthy, recognise how to become positive members of their local community and are aware of the opportunities for further education or jobs in their future.
Study programme Year 12 - example
| Core aim | Leading to | |
|---|---|---|
|
English, Maths Other accredited course, including Enterprise, subject options Life Skills |
To re-sit English/Maths if a higher grade is required. To gain further external accredited examinations
Accessing the local community, shopping, gym visits, Healthy Eating and Keeping Fit, Understanding Relationships |
Employment Employment Independent Living Friends, relationships & good health |
|
Independent Study Sessions |
To learn the necessary skills to be able to be, and remain motivated, to work independently. To be confident enough to work without the presence of a Teacher/TA. To recognise when assistance is needed and to seek this. |
Employment Independent Living Good Health |
|
Group Activities (Well Being) |
To encounter new environments and people and the differences therein. |
Friends, Relationships |
|
Work Experience |
To visit a variety of different workplaces to begin to gain an insight into the world of work. |
Employment Independent Living |
| College |
If needed, taster visits to experience a new education placement environment to prepare for transition. |
Employment, Friends |
Study programme Year 13 - example
| Core aim | Leading to | |
|---|---|---|
|
English Maths Other accredited course (Enterprise, Options etc) Life Skills |
To re-sit English/Maths if a higher grade is required. To gain further external accredited examinations Accessing the local community, shopping , gym visits, Healthy Eating and Keeping Fit, Understanding Relationships |
Employment Employment Independent Living, friends, relationships, good health |
|
Independent Study Sessions |
To learn the necessary skills to be able to be, and remain motivated, to work independently. To be confident enough to work without the presence of a Teacher/TA. To recognise when assistance is needed and to seek this. |
Employment Independent Living Good Health |
|
Group Activities (Well Being) |
To encounter new environments and people and the differences therein. |
Friends, Relationships |
|
Work Experience |
To visit different workplaces or if appropriate spend time at a work placement, to gain a greater understanding of the world of work |
Employment Independent Living |
|
College |
Taster visits to experience a new education placement environment to prepare for transition. |
Employment, friends |
Study programme Year 14 - example
| Core aim | Leading to | |
|---|---|---|
|
English Maths Other accredited course (Enterprise, Options etc) Life Skills |
To re-sit English/Maths if a higher grade is required. To gain further external accredited examinations Accessing the local community, shopping , gym visits, Healthy Eating and Keeping Fit, Understanding Relationships |
Employment Employment Independent Living, friends, relationships, good health |
|
Independent Study Sessions |
To learn the necessary skills to be able to be, and remain motivated, to work independently. To be confident enough to work without the presence of a Teacher/TA. To recognise when assistance is needed and to seek this. |
Employment Independent Living Good Health |
|
Group Activities (Well Being) |
To encounter new environments and people and the differences therein. |
Friends, Relationships |
|
Work Experience |
To spend time at a work placement, to gain a greater understanding of the world of work |
Employment Independent Living |
|
College |
To spend time at a local college to experience a new environment, to help with a successful transition |
Employment, relationships |