KS4 Pre Engagement Programme

What was the KS4 Pre Engagement Programme?

This was an exciting partnership between BHCC, ESCC and various recognised work based learning providers. Between 2008 and 2010 the programme successfully recruited 315 young people aged between 14 and 16.

The KS4 Pre-Engagement programme was funded through the European Social Fund. It provided young people with a short vocational training course alongside 'wrap-a-round' support – all of which was fully funded.  Young people were offered a choice of 12 week taster courses e.g. in hair and beauty or construction, plus a support worker who worked with them before, during and after their course to help them engage. It targeted young people who were not achieving their full potential in a traditional school environment, for example working with young people involved with YOT or young travellers. Learners were offered an individualised programme, which included them working towards personal and learning goals.

The programme was designed to be roll on roll off, giving flexibility over referral.   It included term time and summer provision. Team building, enrichment and personal and social development activities formed an essential part of a young person’s journey. 

The Pre-Engagement programme gave young people the opportunity to develop their interpersonal, social and vocational skills.  This helped support their progression to further learning.  Learners on the programme successfully progressed to a variety of provision including the KS4 Engagement Programme, school and college courses.  The programme supported young people to make positive transitions at an important time in their lives and helped reduce the likelihood of them being NEET. 

Lessons learnt from the programme are being embedded in the Foundation Learning offer in both Local Authorities.  A comprehensive evaluation will be ready in October 2010.

For more information please contact:

kirsty.peckham@brighton-hove.gov.uk

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