A comprehensive guide to our specialist pathways for learners with learning disabilities. Each pathway is designed to provide the right level of support, challenge, and progression, ensuring every learner can grow in confidence, independence, and skills.
Pathway 2
Pathway to Independence
A life skills focused programme designed to help learners build confidence, independence, and community participation.
Who This Pathway Is For
- Those developing independence but still needing structured support
- Learners preparing for greater autonomy at home and in the community
What Students Learn
- Travel training and safe travel
- Managing money and budgeting
- Cooking and healthy living
- Personal safety and safeguarding awareness
- Communication and social interaction
- Community access and participation
Progression Routes
- Pathway to Progression
- Supported living or community programmes
- Volunteering opportunities
Pathway 3
Pathway to Progression
A structured programme for learners ready to build on existing skills and move towards vocational learning or greater independence.
Who This Pathway Is For
- Those developing confidence and independence
- Learners exploring progression options with support
What Students Learn
- Functional English and Maths
- Personal development and resilience
- Independent living skills
- Vocational tasters in areas such as hospitality, horticulture, digital skills, retail, and more
- Communication and teamwork
Progression Routes
- Pathway to Skills for Employment
- Level 1 vocational programmes
- Supported Internships
- Volunteering or community based activities
Pathway 4
Pathway to Skills for Employment or a Pre-Internship Year
A practical, work focused programme designed to prepare learners for Supported Internships or employment.
Who This Pathway Is For
- Those motivated to explore employment options
- Learners preparing for a Supported Internship
What Students Learn
- Employability skills: timekeeping, teamwork, communication, problemsolving
- Functional English and Maths linked to workplace tasks
- Digital skills for employment
- Vocational training in areas such as hospitality, catering, retail, customer service, horticulture, and business administration
Work-Related Learning
- Supported work placements
- Onsite work experience
- Employer visits and workshops
- Enterprise projects
Progression Routes
- Supported Internships
- Level 1 vocational programmes
- Paid or supported employment
Pathway 5
Supported Internships
A full-time, work based programme for learners ready to transition into employment.
Who This Pathway Is For
- Those ready for extended workplace learning
- Learners aiming for paid employment or supported employment
Work Placements in a Range of Sectors, such as
- Catering
- Hospitality
- Retail
- Customer service
How the Programme Works
- 3–4 days per week in real workplaces
- Job coach support
- Classroom learning in employability, English, Maths, and personal development
Progression Routes
- Pathway to Skills for Employment
- Level 1 vocational programmes
- Supported Internships
- Volunteering or community based activities
Pathway to Skills for Life
A supportive, personalised programme for learners who need a nurturing environment to develop essential life skills, independence and preparation for adulthood
Who This Pathway Is For
- Those wishing to focus on life skills and preparation for adulthood
What Students Learn
- Functional English and Maths through real-life contexts
- Communication and interaction skills
- Personal and social development
- Independent living skills: cooking, budgeting, travel training, personal safety
- Community participation and confidence building
Progression Routes
- Vocational programmes
- Community based programmes
- Employment
- Supported Living
Our Commitment
Across all pathways, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where learners with learning disabilities can thrive. Each pathway is designed to build confidence, independence, and the skills needed for adulthood and employment.
