Entry Level Personal and Social Development Course in Solihull for Young People with an EHCP – Reynalds Cross School

CostFunded through your local authority
Duration5 years
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyASDAN

For pupils of Reynalds Cross School with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.

About this course

Entry Level Personal and Social Development Course in Solihull. Classes run at Reynalds Cross School, full-time during the day. A 16-19 bursary may be available to help with costs, and fees may apply for some learners. This personal and social development qualification runs over five years, supporting students through Key Stages 4 and 5. Classes are arranged by ability, maturity, and learning style, so each group gets the most suitable approach. The course focuses on preparation for life after school. Entry to the school is controlled by the local authority.

Who this course is for

The 14-19 stage was created so students in Key Stages 4 and 5 have the opportunity to spend a full five years working on preparation for life after school. Students in the 14-19 Stage are allocated to classes according to ability and also maturity, learning style, possible future destinations and group dynamics. This allows teachers to use the most suitable strategies for the group and students to have the best possible learning experiences.

The 14-19 Curriculum was developed with a focus on preparing students for their next destinations by supporting them to develop the knowledge and skills needed to become valued members of society. Within the 14-19 stage, grouping of students allows staff to deliver personalised, accredited programmes of study. There is a wide range of subjects on offer, including opportunities for students to choose their own enrichment activities, complete life skills work in the school house, use community facilities and experience a range of future planning activities (e.g. work experience and tasters, college link courses, advocacy sessions).

Achievement in the 14-19 is accredited through a range of qualifications at entry level. Work is undertaken in units which are linked to the 14-19 curriculum subject areas which are functional skills, personal and social development, subject studies and future planning.

Entry requirements

Attendance at Reynalds Cross School. Admissions to the school are controlled by the local authority.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop personal skills to support independence in everyday life.
  • You'll build social skills for communicating and working with others.
  • You'll explore practical preparation for life after school.
  • You'll work on self-awareness and understanding your own strengths.
  • You'll develop skills suited to your ability, maturity, and learning style.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom as part of a full-time daytime timetable. Students are grouped by ability, maturity, learning style, and possible future destinations. This allows teachers to use the most suitable strategies for each group. Assessment is ongoing and tailored to the entry level personal and social development qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Reynalds Cross School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: assists people with daily living and independence.
  • Volunteer: contributes to community or charity settings.
  • Supported employment: entry-level roles with workplace support in place.

What you could study next

After completing this entry level personal and social development qualification, you could progress to higher entry level or Level 1 qualifications in personal and social development, functional skills, or vocational subjects. These can open routes into further education, supported employment, or independent living programmes. The right next step will depend on your goals and the options available at your school or local college.

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