A partnership approach to the senior phase

In developing an appropriate model for delivering the senior phase entitlement, West Lothian have taken a campus-wide approach which harnesses and builds upon existing, effective partnership working. Collaborative working in this way affords learners a wider and more personalised choice and a coherent, relevant pathway of progression. The partnerships upon which the campus model is based encompass secondary schools, further education, community learning and development, voluntary sector and local training providers.

The presenters will begin by summarising the journey towards the development of the campus model before exemplifying the effective partnerships which are a fundamental aspect of the model. Following on, we will share the next steps and challenges of the implementation plan; in particular the ongoing development of partnerships in order to deliver the senior phase entitlement in full to our learners. Jim Cameron, Chair, Senior Phase Strategy Group (West Lothian), and Grace Burns, seconded officer (Senior Phase), will lead this seminar.

Additional speaker: Grace Burns