Step into Education

Rise is a dedicated and supportive faculty designed to help learners build the confidence, skills, and experience they need to succeed in further education and beyond. This one-year transition programme provides a strong foundation for future progression, combining essential qualifications with meaningful, hands-on experiences.

As part of the main curriculum, learners will work towards Functional Skills in English and Maths, complete the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, and take part in a Social Action Project, encouraging personal development, teamwork, and active citizenship.

To help learners discover their interests and shape their next steps, Rise also offers the chance to sample a range of vocational areas, including:

• Health & Social Care and Early Years

• Sport & Public Services

• Business & Finance

• Hair & Beauty

• Construction (Multi-skills) & Motor Vehicle

• Digital

• Creative Industries

Whether learners are aiming to progress into a full-time vocational course, an apprenticeship, or employment, Rise provides the perfect platform to explore, grow, and rise to the challenge of further education.

Some class sizes will be small and much of your learning will take place through practical activities.

You will be taught by a highly qualified team of tutors, dedicated to ensuring your learning experience is fun, challenging and meaningful. You may be eligible for specialist additional learning support, but we will always strive to support your individual needs. You will have targets set specifically for your needs and end goals, which will be monitored and reviewed regularly with your Personal Tutor, to ensure your learning journey stays on track.

Methods of assessment are varied to meet your needs and abilities and will include written and verbal assessments observation and witness statements, photographic and video evidence.

• Levels 1 and 2 programmes      
• Apprenticeships
• Employment
• Supported Internship