Foundation Programme

The Foundation Programme at The HENLEY College provides a range of courses for students who may need more time to improve their basic skills, or students who have mild learning difficulties or additional needs. Many students progress onto further courses such as First Diplomas and NVQs. All courses within the programme benefit from additional support.

BRIDGE:

This is a full time, one year programme which is aimed at students with additional needs and mild learning difficulties. Students should be working at Entry Level 1 and 2 of the Adult Literacy and Numeracy core curriculum. The course is designed to improve Literacy, Numeracy and IT skills as well as preparing the students for employment. Students spend four days in college and one day in the workplace. Students may progress on to further courses or into employment.

FEDEX:

This is a full time, one year programme which is aimed at students who need to improve their basic skills.The course covers Literacy, Numeracy, IT and Preparation for Work, which includes a compulsory work placement. Students take exams in all core subjects from Entry 3, to Level 1 and Level 2. Vocational Taster classes are organised on a termly basis. Students may progress from FEDEX to a range of higher level courses, traineeship or employment.

APEX:

This is a programme which supports students in the workplace. Students are visited by a tutor for two hours per week to maintain and develop their basic skills. APEX students agree learning targets which are assessed and reviewed and they may work towards gaining a qualification in Literacy and Numeracy. The programme would initially run for one year.

Acceptance on the Foundation Programme will be decided through interview and good references.