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What is Foundation Learning?Foundation Learning is the name given to education provision at Entry Level and Level 1, and includes the qualifications at these levels within the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). Learners will be offered personalised learning opportunities that help them gain credit at Entry Level and Level 1, on a learning journey leading to a range of appropriate destinations such as Level 2 qualifications, supported employment or independent living. The aims of Foundation Learning are to:
Foundation Learning applies both to 14–19 learners and to adults aged 19 and above. Entry Level and Level 1 learning programmes should include:
Providers are encouraged to collaborate to support delivery and progression. To enhance learner engagement, achievement and progression, the learning programme should be supported by a wrap-around of:
The following Foundation Learning concertinaed flyer provides brief highlights of the programme. The flyer is not printable so please contact jane.wadey@hertscc.gov.uk for copies.
Strategy & GuidanceNational StrategyFoundation Learning forms one of the four national suites of provision at 14–19 alongside Diplomas, GCSEs and A-levels, and Apprenticeships. Two key documents from DCSF - 'Promoting achievement, valuing success: A strategy for 14–19 qualifications' and 'Delivering 14–19 Reform: Next steps' – set out an entitlement to the right learning opportunities and support for young people. These documents can be viewed here;
Entry Level and Level 1 learners are usually expected to be moving towards one of the other three national suites (Diplomas, GCSEs and A Levels, Apprenticeships), although some may progress to supported employment or independent living. For 14 to 16 year-olds, Foundation Learning is also intended to support the aims of the revised national curriculum for Key Stage 4. Learning programmes must be designed to support individual progression to agreed destinations, through the achievement of units and qualifications from Entry Level and Level 1 of the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). Each personalised learning programme should include qualifications from three areas:
The choice of component units and qualifications, including the level and size of those qualifications, should be matched to the learner’s intended destination. Where learners have already achieved qualifications in one area they are not expected to repeat that learning, but may wish to work towards achievement at a higher level.
ImplementationThese are the principles to be followed when implementing Foundation Learning in Hertfordshire:
The latest Foundation Learning Implementation Plan is currently being prepared and will be available once completed. Hertfordshire Strategic Partnership Group ReportsThe following Reports have been produced for the Hertfordshire Strategic Partnership Group:
Foundation Learning Implementation GroupThe implementation of Foundation Learning in Hertfordshire is being overseen by an Implementation Group. The members of this Group are:
Foundation Learning in PracticeThis leaflet provides information for providers on the nature of Foundation Learning and provides advice when developing Foundation Learning programmes.
'Foundation Learning in Action' videos provide examples of Foundation Learning in practice.
For examples of how Foundation Learning has been implemented you may find the following case studies useful. The Plume School in Essex
TEC Tabard are an Alternative Provider that has become involved in Foundation Learning
The LSIS Excellence Gateway also has Foundation Learning Case StudiesResults from the Foundation Learning Development Projects in 2009-10Health and Safety - Work ExperienceA Work Experience Health & Safety FAQs document is available here:
Funding
Curriculum ModelsFor organisations wishing to introduce Foundation Learning in their establishment the following Toolkit on the South West Herts 14-19 Strategic Area Partnership Group website may be of interest:
Designing a Foundation Learning CurriculumIf you are developing your Foundation Learning curriculum then the following documents may be of interest:
14-19 Vocational Curriculum DevelopmentLSIS was pleased to award 91 grants in January 2011 to collaborative groups of providers to support the development of their 14-19 vocational curriculum. Further information can be found here:
Contacts & ResourcesFor further information about Foundation Learning please contact: Mary Hurlstone: Kay Leach LSIS has a number of resources on Foundation Learning that may be of interest. These can be found on their Excellence Gateway website using this link:
Partners in ProvisionNew Ways 2 WorkWe are currently developing a Directory of providers that can provide placements to learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. We plan to have this website available from the Autumn Term 2011. Youth ConnexionsThe Youth Connexions website has information about Foundation Learning. The Youth Connexions team has Personal Advisers who can help in identifying appropriate provision for learners. Contact the Personal Adviser allocated to your school for help. The Youth Connexions website Foundation Learning webpage can be accessed here: ChannelmogoThe Hertfordshire Childrens Trust supports the Channelmogo website. This site is designed for young people and provides a wide range of information that is of interest to young people. It can be accessed here: UCAS SearchProviders and courses in Hertfordshire for 16 to 18 year olds (including Foundation Learning) can be found on the UCAS Search website. Foundation Learning Providers - Post 16 ProvisionYou can also find providers that cater for post 16 learners on the Youth Connexions website.
Alternative Provision UpdatedAlternative Provision at KS4 has been set up for young people who are unlikely to successfully complete a full-time education in school. The opportunities are mainly part-time and focus on personalised learning as well as vocational skills training too. A Directory of Personalised Learning OpportunitiesThe 14-19 Strategy & Commissioning Team are responsible for collating and managing a Directory of Alternative Provision organisations. There is both a website and hardcopy version of this Directory. The website includes only pre-16 courses: In July 2011 the Framework Agreements for KS4 Alternative Provision issued to the four FE colleges and 34 independent providers by Hertfordshire County Council (Framework Agreement Reference Number: HCC0700487) came to an end. In recognition of the important part alternative providers play in contributing to the learning of young people unlikely to be successful in completing full time education in a school environment we are continuing to produce a Directory of Personalised Learning Opportunities. The providers in the Directory have signed up to the Conditions of Service Provision as outlined in this document: KS4 Alternative Provision: Information and Guidance for Providers and Purchasers
The new 2012 Personalised Learning Directory (including both Alternative Provision and Post 16 Foundation Learning providers) is now available.
Ofsted Report Ofsted produced a report on Alternative Provision in June 2011 following a survey of the provision. Improving Alternative Provision Report NewThe Department for Education (DFE) commissioned Charlie Taylor to review Alternative Provision and suggest recommendations. The Report and Government response (accepting all the recommendations) can be found on the DFE website:
ProgressionLearner Records ServiceThe Learning Records Service (LRS) used to be named Managing Information Across Partners (MIAP). These can all be accessed via the secure Organisation Portal.
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