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High Pass rates at Level 3 means that students get the best opportunity to progress onto their chosen pathway of University, Apprenticeship or Employment

Students are treated as Young Adults and are trusted to make the best of the opportunities and freedoms given to them. Of course, there is support when it is needed.

The Post 16 Team works with all students on an individual basis and provides bespoke interventions to ensure the students are supported. Regardless of their chosen route, the careers guidance that Post 16 students receive ensures that students progress onto pathways that allow them to be successful

Post 16 students have their own block with a study centre / computer room and a common room, as well as break out rooms across College. This allows students to not only study, but also relax during their free periods.

The curriculum has been designed to offer students of all abilities and all interests an opportunity to gain the qualifications they need.

MMC Post 16 Enrichment and RSHE

The enrichment curriculum has been developed to support Post 16 students develop themselves outside of lessons with the aim to increase their independence, educate them about key concepts of life and prepare them for their next steps. The enrichment also includes the RSHE offer and uses guidance from PSHE Association | Charity and membership body for PSHE education incorporating key concepts of citizenship.

Components covered

Level 3 students

Year 12

In Year 12, our initial priority is to ensure a smooth transition into post-16 study, equipping students with the skills needed to work independently. This includes setting and monitoring their own academic goals, as well as managing their time effectively.

This is supported by a wider focus on planning and preparing for their next steps using the Progress Module to achieve this.

Year 13

In Year 13, a key focus is on providing support and guidance for students as they make decisions about their post-18 pathways, including applying to universities or securing employment.

Alongside this, students are offered practical strategies for effective revision, exam techniques, and managing stress.

Timetable

Level 2 students

Level 2 students are given time to improve on their English and/or Maths GCSE, the importance of these qualifications is prioritised. Student also receive regular briefings where key messages and PSHE components are delivered. In the Spring and Summer terms guidance is given for students as they make decisions about their next steps including applying to colleges or securing employment.

Key Stage 5 Resource Provision

The students in the Key Stage 5 Resource Provision have their own adapted Enrichment and PSHE programme that is delivered through P&A sessions and the curriculum offer.

“I chose to stay on at Minsthorpe as it meant that I was able to have time for both school and work. It took away the stress of learning my way around a new site and interacting with new teachers. I knew what would be expected of me and I knew that I would still be able to achieve the best grades without having school take over and restrict my freedom. I am able to come to and leave school freely throughout the day due its proximity to home.”

“After attending a different college for the first year I found that it was significantly different than a sixth form was even advertised, and the travel was too much. Minsthorpe teachers make sure you understand everything clearly before moving on with the topic and it’s local so more accessible and a better experience overall.”

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“The reason I chose to come to Minsthorpe to do A-Levels was because the college was the closest to the village I live and has the most flexible timetable out of all the ones I looked at. It is also one of the only colleges you can go to around here and be back before 5pm everyday with long travel times.”