Foundation Learning Courses

Foundation Learning Courses

Queen Mary’s College offers four programmes under the Foundation Learning Courses. Each programme promotes independence and will enable you to make good progress towards employment, independent living, good health and participating within the community.

The Foundation Learning Department offers specialist support for a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities for students with an Educational Health Care plan (EHCP) and students courses are individually planned to suit individual needs.

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Foundation Learning – Package

The Entry Programme at QMC is designed to foster independence, well-being, and employability skills for young adults. Our supportive team ensures a smooth transition into adulthood, offering guidance when needed and empowerment for self-directed actions. With Basingstoke town centre only ten minutes away, this gives students lots of opportunities to participate in the local community.

Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on independence, progress towards employment, independent living, health, and community participation. The curriculum includes literacy and numeracy tailored to individual levels, along with hands-on work experience opportunities. Students will study a range of accredited units which are part of the BTEC suite of entry level qualifications.

Students will start an Entry Level 1.

This is not suitable for Pre-entry Level learners.

Foundation Learning – Progression

Join the Progression Course designed to enhance your vocational studies experience and prepare you for mainstream Level 2 courses or employment. This program focuses on skill-building and confidence development, offering accredited Level 1 units from the BTEC Vocational Studies suite. Alongside, you’ll receive tailored English and Maths instruction and create a work experience portfolio.

With a focus on employment readiness, independent living, and community participation, the course also emphasises study and employability skills to facilitate your next steps. Students will be able to explore various Level 2 subjects such as Media, Art and Design, Business Studies, Health and Social Care, and Performing Arts through engaging taster sessions.

We would expect students to have completed some study at an Entry 3 Level.

Foundation Learning – Pathways

The Pathways Programme will help students develop the skills and confidence needed for employment, an Apprenticeship, or a Supported Internship. This comprehensive course offers AQA Award certificates in essential work/life skills like CV writing, mock interviews, and ICT usage, alongside fostering independence, well-being, and community engagement. You will also study English and Maths at an appropriate level and build up a substantial work experience portfolio.

Students will also have the opportunity to get involved in different work placements for 1 day a week. With Basingstoke town centre only ten minutes away, this gives students lots of opportunities to participate in the local community.

Progress towards employment, independent living, health, and community participation is central to the program, with a focus on enhancing employability skills to guide you toward your next steps in life.

Foundation Learning – Level 2 Advance Art and Design skills

The Pearson BTEC Level 2 in Art and Design Skills empowers learners to delve into the essential principles of art and design, understanding how various skills merge to produce impactful work. Through this program, students will delve into creative exploration, effective communication of ideas, practical skill development, and productive work methodologies.

Students will engage in 3 hours of weekly work experience and employability skills training, providing valuable hands-on experience and essential skills for their future endeavours.

Rebecca Luff

I came to Queen Mary’s College to explore the opportunities and further my education. In Foundation Learning I enjoyed Cooking, Enterprise, English, Maths and Employability. My next step is to progress to Level 2 Health and Social Care. In the future I would like to work in a nursery for my career. The College has given me more confidence and independence, as I can do a lot for myself and ask the teachers when I need to. I feel good about my achievements and learning new things about life. – Samuel Cody Sports School

Any Questions?

The Head of Department, Shellie Rashbrook will be happy to help.

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