Project Based Programme
Overview
Our SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Project Based Programme is a 12 week programme that is designed to support 16-19 year olds with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.
This programme is for 16-19 year olds who are:
- At risk of or currently NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training).
- Previously home educated (6+ months).
- In need of structured support to access further education, employment, or training.
- Each student will follow a 3-year learning plan to support progress and journey.
The aim is to build confidence, emotional resilience, and employability skills through a project based curriculum, enabling a smooth transition into college or supported internships and apprenticeships after 12 weeks in the programme.
Programme objectives
- Create a safe and supportive environment using Trauma-Informed Practice.
- Develop emotional resilience and social skills through a project based approach to learning.
- Embed English and Maths through practical, real-world application.
- Integrate the Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) framework: Employment, Independent Living, Community Participation, Health and Wellbeing.
- Support each learner to develop a personal 3-year progression plan.
- Deliver careers education (CEIAG) aligned with RNN Group pathways.
- Includes outdoor activities to build teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Offer NOCN Entry 3 in Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development (minimum 6 credits).
- Enrol on a Stepping Stone English and Maths qualifications as needed for confidence and success.
- Embed sustainable education opportunities throughout the programme.