Foundation

Our Foundation Learning courses at Stanmore College are tailored for you if you need extra support with your education or you have mild to moderate learning difficulties. Our dedicated and experienced team is here to help you settle in, feel comfortable, and enjoy your learning journey in a safe environment.

You’ll benefit from small class sizes that allow for personalised attention from specialist learning support practitioners. They assist you during lessons and outside of class, ensuring that your individual learning needs are met. If you have personal needs, our support staff can help with that too.

You will develop your English and Maths skills while getting a taste of various vocational subjects, such as Business, Digital Skills, Health Care, IT, or Sports. These courses are designed to adapt to your individual needs by providing you with the right support. This will help you gain confidence and progress effectively. You’ll also have tutorials focusing on life skills, community engagement, employability, and personal development.

Preparation for the world of work is key. You’ll participate in CV writing, interview practice, confidence building activities, and money management workshops to familiarise yourself with essential employment skills.

Completing a Foundation Learning course can open doors to job opportunities and career progression. These options can lead to further qualifications or specialised training as you progress in your career journey.

Is a Foundation Learning pathway for you? Here are some insights to help you decide.

Your’e undecided and want to explore various subjects: You will have the chance to try out different topics, helping you discover your strengths and passions.

You need more interaction with each subject. You need a way to understand and gain valuable insights with each subject field so you can decide your education pathway.

You want opportunities to progress. You want to be able to continue your education based on what you enjoy most.

You want to be able to work right away. You want to transition directly into employment or pursue an apprenticeship after the course.

You want extra support and flexibility. Foundation Learning will provide you with assistance and flexibility during the course to help you learn at your pace in the way you learn best.

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Here are some potential careers directions you could pursue with our Foundation Learning qualifications:

  • Retail Assistant: Help customers in stores.
  • Hospitality Staff: Work in restaurants or hotels.
  • Health Care Assistant: Support patients and healthcare professionals.
  • Administrative Assistant: Handle office tasks like scheduling and data entry.
  • Customer Service Representative: Assist customers with inquiries.
  • Apprenticeships: Gain experience in various trades while earning a qualification.
  • Construction Worker: Work on building projects.
  • Digital Marketing Assistant: Help promote businesses online.
  • Sports Coach: Train individuals or teams in sports.

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