Work Related Learning for all at Key Stage 4
From September 2004 there is a statutory requirement that all young people should experience some Work related Learning at Key Stage four. This is one of the measures identified in the 14-19 Opportunity and Excellence (www.qca.org.uk/14-19).
Work related learning is defined as a planned activity that uses the context of work to develop knowledge, understanding and skills useful in work. (Seems obvious – doesn’t it.) The idea of this guidance is to promote this direct experience of work – through a variety of activities facilitated by the school.
Work related learning is as an essential part of the preparation for an adult working life. Making it statutory is seen as away of promoting the clarity, coherence and quality of provision. A non-statutory framework sets out the potential elements of provision for all students.This framework can be used in a flexible way.
There is an emphasis on learning about work and enterprise alongside ensuring young people have some basic economic understanding.
14-16: A Common Prospectus
A Common Prospectus for 14-16, Work Related Courses for Greater Nottingham - September 2004. Click here to access this document (PDF).
