​​Automotive & Mechanics

Our Mechanics and Automotive Skills provision introduces pupils to the automotive industry and provides opportunities to develop practical skills, knowledge and understanding.

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The dedicated Mechanics Bay includes professional equipment, giving pupils hands-on experience and an insight into potential progression routes into further education, training or employment within the automotive sector.

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Construction Skills

Our Construction Skills provision introduces pupils to a range of practical trades while developing employability skills.

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Pupils can gain experience in areas including:

• Plumbing

• Decorative painting

• Bricklaying

• Site carpentry

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The course provides practical experience that can support applications to college and future employment within the construction sector.

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Rural Skills

Rural Skills provides an introduction to land-based industries and develops practical skills, knowledge and attitudes relevant to this sector.

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Learning includes areas such as:

• Grass cutting techniques

• Crop production

• Land-based skills

• Employability

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The programme provides an insight into potential progression routes, including further study in horticulture and related areas.

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National Progression Awards

Pupils can also work towards National Progression Awards in areas including:

• Photography

• Computer Game Design

• Construction Skills

• Rural Skills

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These qualifications provide opportunities to develop practical, industry-relevant skills alongside academic learning.

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Practical & Creative Learning

Our vocational and practical opportunities also include areas such as practical cookery, music, DJ and sound production, giving pupils opportunities to develop their interests and discover new strengths.