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Highbury College Outstanding Literacy, Numeracy and ESOL. Author: Katie Danvers and Karen Northover Prepared for: Outstanding Showcase Date: 4th November 2011. Full time ESOL programmes Part Time ESOL programmes External provision Pre-Entry to Level 1
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Highbury CollegeOutstanding Literacy, Numeracy and ESOL Author: Katie Danvers and Karen Northover Prepared for: Outstanding Showcase Date: 4thNovember 2011
Full time ESOL programmes Part Time ESOL programmes External provision Pre-Entry to Level 1 Numeracy, ICT and ESOL at every level Online Learning Employability ESOL as a Stepping Stone Curriculum Design - ESOL ‘Highly effective planning integrates the development of literacy, numeracy and language skills into vocational, citizenship and employability themes.’
Curriculum Design – Literacy/Numeracy • Part Time Discrete Adult Numeracy and Adult Literacy classes • Discrete Functional Skills classes (delivered across all vocational departments ) • Full Time Moving On programme • Part Time Back on Track programme • Part Time Parenting Futures programme ‘Students develop these skills through a wide range of community projects, events and trips.’
Progression Pathways – ESOL as a Stepping Stone • Progress through the levels of ESOL • Progress onto non ESOL provision • Progress into Employment ‘Students successfully progress onto vocational programmes, access to higher education courses or gain employment.’
Progression Pathways –Literacy/Numeracy ‘The standard of students’ work is high and many make outstanding progress towards attaining their individual learning goals. Students with low levels of literacy, numeracy and language skills consistently exceed academic and personal learning outcomes.’ • Moving On • Back on Track ‘Collaborative working provides exceptional support for vulnerable students, enabling them to continue with their learning.’
High Success Rates • Thorough IAG, initial and diagnostic assessments • Excellent staff profile • Outstanding facilities and resources • Quality processes • Academic and pastoral student support • Close monitoring of data ‘The self-assessment process is systematic, rigorous and accurate. All staff contribute to the process and are clear about the contribution they are making to promote improvement. There is a strong team approach with excellent communication strategies and shared values.’
Inspection Reflection! ‘Exceptional leadership and management provide a clear and well-defined strategy and direction. Managers communicate excellently with staff and students to promote high levels of motivation and commitment.’ • Preparation • Supporting the staff • Don’t make assumptions… • Triangulate evidence • Inspectors
