About FA Education
Our development Programme is a sports and education alternative provision with a focus on football, supporting a variety of students who:
We work closely with schools and local authorities supporting their students in alternative learning. Being creative and engaging students. Giving them structure and meaning.
· Have been permanently excluded from school;
· Are unable to attend school due to emotional or health needs;
· Are at risk of disengaging in mainstream education;
· Are at risk of permanent exclusion.
FA Education is offering an opportunity for students in secondary school age education who
are struggling in mainstream education.
We aim to provide a learning environment which promotes resilience and well-being
Our curriculum for the full programme will have a focus on maths and English to give all students the basic foundations they need to access all other areas of their learning.
We have a highly skilled and committed team of staff who create an inclusive environment to support
students in regulating their own emotions.
Our football programme develops the students physically, psychologically and socially.
It promotes teamwork and improves students' confidence both on and off the pitch.
Our aim is to equip all of our students with the skills they need to reintegrate successfully back into
mainstream education.
At FA Education we will:
· Deliver high-quality individualised learning programmes.
· Plan and deliver engaging lessons which are appropriate to the student’s age, ability, interests and
qualification/course.
· Work in partnership with parents and carers to support the success of each student.
· Adapt learning to cater for a range of learning styles and preferences.
· Provide regular updates on the student(s) progress through half termly tracker reports.
· Liaise with the school regarding any suggested changes to the qualification/course which are in
the best interest of the student.
· Provide daily and weekly registers of attendance.
· Ensure a safe environment for learning.
· Provide qualified and enhanced DBS checked staff.
Our curriculum for the full programme will include:
· Induction – A structured induction programme for all students including initial assessments.
· Timetables – Personalised timetable for all students to support their needs.
· Personal development – Understanding the importance of keeping healthy and support with
future career choices for Key Stage 4 students.
· Physical activity – Timetabled football coaching and games.
Promoting health and wellbeing - healthy lifestyle and coping mechanisms
· Functional English, maths and ICT – Timetabled lessons to complement the school curriculum.
· Responsibility – An environment designed to encourage all students to take responsibility for
themselves and others.
· Key skills – A curriculum designed to support students with the skills they need for later life.