Students are being supported to take confident steps towards their future through a wide range of Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) opportunities designed to build independence, life skills, and informed decision‑making.
Preparation for Adulthood focuses on four key outcomes: employment, independent living, community inclusion, and health. Through carefully planned experiences and specialist input, students are encouraged to develop the skills and confidence they need to transition successfully into adult life, while being empowered to make choices about their own futures.
Preparation for Adulthood focuses on four key outcomes: employment, independent living, community inclusion, and health. Through carefully planned experiences and specialist input, students are encouraged to develop the skills and confidence they need to transition successfully into adult life, while being empowered to make choices about their own futures.
A major highlight this year was a First Aid training session held on 18 March 2026, where students took part in child, baby, and general lifesaving training. During the course, students learned how to recognise the signs of cardiac arrest, perform CPR, and safely use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The session was highly practical, allowing students to engage in hands‑on activities that reinforced their learning. All participants completed the course with a certificate and, more importantly, vital skills that could one day help save a life.
Supporting student safety and independence further, students also took part in Young Driver Awareness Training delivered by TTC. These specialised and interactive workshops were designed to promote road safety, reduce the risk of accidents, and improve driving confidence. Aimed at young people who are approaching driving age or who have recently started driving, the sessions provided valuable guidance to help students make responsible choices on the road.
Another key strand of the PFA offer is the READY programme with Leon, which supports Pathway 4 students through personalised one‑to‑one sessions. Leon visits the students weekly to work with students on areas such as CV writing, employability, and independent living skills. Using a variety of techniques and structured, planned sessions, this programme helps students prepare for employment and adulthood in a way that meets their individual needs and goals.
Health and wellbeing are also central to Preparation for Adulthood. Students recently benefited from a sexual health awareness visit delivered by Locala, who attended the site in their state‑of‑the‑art health van with two specialist sexual health nurses. Students were given the opportunity to speak privately with the nurses, ask questions, and receive professional advice on a range of health‑related topics. The visit was extremely well received, with students gaining valuable information to support informed and healthy choices.
These experiences reflect a strong commitment to preparing students for life beyond education. Through practical learning, trusted professional support, and meaningful real‑world experiences, Preparation for Adulthood continues to equip young people with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to thrive as independent, active members of their communities.