Partnership gives pupils more choice
6:03am Fri Jul 23, 2010
Pupils could soon have more choice about what they learn under a new school partnership.
A formal link has been established between Dayncourt School, Radcliffe, and South Nottingham College.
Mr Tim Mitchell, head of Dayncourt, said the partnership — backed by Nottinghamshire County Council — would focus on pupils’ individual needs.
He said: “Each student will have a personalised programme of study because this model recognises that every student is unique and learns at different rates.
“This proposal will secure the future of the school and provide flexible options for our students.”
South Nottingham College is one of the top ten further education colleges in England and aims to combine its experience in delivering an outstanding educational programme with Dayncourt School’s academic strengths.
Students will be offered a broad range of vocational qualifications alongside the traditional academic curriculum to suit their needs and interests.
It is hoped to encourage learners to become more independent and prepare them for the future.
Mr Malcolm Cowgill, principal of South Nottingham College, said: “This is a unique opportunity for current and future learners in Radcliffe and Cotgrave to access the learning they need, when they need it, and not when the system determines they should have it.”
The changes will come into effect next year.
Staff are being consulted about changes and the governing bodies of the school and the college have set up a joint committee to administer future arrangements.
Mr Philip Owen, the county council’s cabinet member for children and young people’s services, said: “The school is taking steps to guarantee its future and I look forward to seeing these plans come to fruition.”
