National Resource Centre for Supplementary Education

Training contact: Teresa Reynolds

A: 31-33 Bondway, Vauxhall, London, SW8 1SJ

T: 020 7587 5080  F: 0207 735 4002

E: training.admin@continyou.org.uk

W: http://www.continyou.org.uk/; http://www.supplementaryeducation.org.uk/

Course list

Below is a list of the courses provided by the National Resource Centre for Supplementary Education.  Course titles, contents and availability may change. 

Starting a Supplementary School
This course will give you the practical tools and knowledge to start up a successful new supplementary or community language school, and is also an excellent 'update session' for small supplementary schools that are expanding. 
 
Funding Applications Made Easy (FAME)
This course will take you through the steps of making a great funding application, including project development, evidencing need, outcomes and outputs and more.

Safeguarding for Supplementary Schools
This course provides practical tools and knowledge about safeguarding, and will teach you how to implement safeguarding within your school. It includes a very practical and useful Safe Network resource pack and CD.
 
Quality Framework Mentor Training
This training course enables people to become supplementary school mentors for the Quality Framework. To ensure that the Quality Framework remains free of charge at Bronze level and a low cost at higher levels, mentors are not paid for this work. The role is, therefore, most suitable for for those who are employed within statutory or voluntary sector agencies to support community initiatives and/or educational attainment.
Day 1 - Get an overview of the award scheme and the Code of Practice for Supplementary Schools
Day 2 - Plan how to support groups as the build portfolios and develop critical skills

Additional courses
 
In addition to our open training programme, we are able to offer the following courses. Local authorities or clusters of schools can buy in each of these courses for £450. Email claire.arthur@continyou.org.uk to find out more.

Behaviour Strategies and Classroom Management
Classroom management is crucial for a positive learning environment. It makes teaching and learning much more satisfying for both the teacher and pupil. In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to look closely at the various aspects of classroom management and how these can be used to foster constructive learning conditions.

Effective Lesson Planning and Choosing the Right Resources
Get practical guidance and activities to make your lessons more enjoyable. Gain a clear understanding of how lesson planning benefits you, as well as your pupils. Easy-to-use planning models will be explained, giving you the ability to adapt plans effectively for your own teaching circumstances.
 
Special Educational Needs
Explore the key issues affecting young people with special educational needs (SEN). Use case studies to examine the practical implications of government legislation and SEN policies, and become equipped with practical strategies for supporting children with SEN in schools.

Introduction to the British Education System
Learn to plan your teaching and its delivery so that it is attuned to the wider context of the British  education system and the key stages within the national curriculum.
 
Recording Pupils' Progress and Achievement
Learn strategies and techniques that are constructive and efficient. Explore ways to monitor and record children's progress and achievement, so that you can plan with their needs and strengths in mind.
 
Effective Management Skills in Supplementary Schools
This popular and comprehensive OCN -accredited course comprises of 30 hours of learning and successful completion leads to three credits at Level 2. For more information about the course or to book it for your regions please email nrc@continyou.org.uk
 
Membership of the NRC
Join the NRC today! By joining, you show that you support supplementary schools across England which are working hard to make a difference to young people’s lives. By adding your voice to the community of supplementary schools you become part of a dedicated movement making the case for supplementary education and you will be kept abreast with the latest developments in the sector. Please click on this link for more information.