The New Approach Programme – Alternative Year 11

This exciting full-time programme offers compulsory education to students in year 11. Attendance is full-time and matches the pattern of the school year. You are offered a mixture of formal and informal education in a variety of settings. You will have the opportunity where appropriate, to access specific vocational training and extended work-based learning. In addition, you will study Functional Skills in English,maths and ICT as part of your main programme. Programmes are tailored to suit individual needs and provide pathways to further study, Apprenticeships and employment.

All applicants to the programme must have the approval of the Local Education Authority (information and guidance on this procedure must be sought from the Area Education Office) or from schools.

All learners will complete an initial six week short programme from September to half-term. Successful completion of a short programme secures progression to the main New Approach programme. This course is a Study Programme, which includes Functional Skills, WorkSkills and activity based learning and enrichment.

Course Content

Learners will have the opportunity to follow personalised learning programmes.

Key components of the New Approach programme may include:

• Sports and Leisure


• Media and Photography


• ICT


• Community Engagement


• Carpentry and Craft Skills


• Practical Projects


• Wide Range of Enrichment Activities


• Basic Food Hygiene


• First Aid

Entry Requirements

Approval from the local Education Authority (LEA). Students need to demonstrate a commitment to working towards agreed outcomes and successfully complete a taster module.

Career Opportunities

Further study on a specific vocational course.

Course Progression

Students in previous years have progressed to further education programmes, employment and Apprenticeships.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for a Full-Time course

Our term starts the week commencing 5th September 2016,
however you may have different start dates depending on the course.
You will receive the details of your first day over the summer period,
but if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.

You will need to complete an application form for our full-time courses,
our full-time application form can be downloaded here:

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships & Access Courses (PDF)

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application being received by our Admissions team,
if you do not receive this you should contact the team on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.