Motor Vehicle
Motor Vehicle gives students practical experience of vehicle systems, workshop processes and safe working while developing knowledge and skills relevant to the automotive sector. Qualifications and assessment The subject provides an accessible vocational pathway and enables students to work towards an appropriate Entry Level or Level 1 qualification.
Cultural Education and British Values
Cultural Education broadens students’ experience of the wider world and develops the knowledge needed to participate thoughtfully in modern Britain. Visits and curriculum activities are deliberately linked to British Values and wider personal development. Qualifications and assessment Cultural Education and British Values is a curriculum entitlement rather than a standalone qualification. You can read […]
Careers and Employability
Careers and Employability is a planned entitlement that helps every student understand the opportunities available to them and take practical steps towards a suitable post-16 destination. The programme is linked to the Gatsby Benchmarks and responds to each student’s needs, interests and circumstances. Qualifications and assessment Careers and Employability is a statutory curriculum entitlement […]
Personal Development
Personal Development equips students with the knowledge, skills and values needed to stay safe, form healthy relationships, participate in society and prepare for independent adulthood. The programme reflects students’ age, context and emerging needs. Qualifications and assessment Personal Development is a statutory curriculum entitlement rather than a standalone qualification. It includes relevant relationships, health, citizenship, […]
Thrive
Thrive is a planned and sequenced part of Kickstart’s curriculum that supports emotional development, positive relationships and readiness to learn. It helps students understand their needs, develop regulation strategies and apply these skills across school and everyday life. Qualifications and assessment Thrive is a planned curriculum and targeted intervention. It is not a standalone qualification […]
Hospitality and Catering
Hospitality and Catering introduces students to the food and hospitality industries through practical work, industry knowledge and vocational assessment. Students develop technical competence, organisation and professional standards.
Duke of Edinburgh
The Duke of Edinburgh Award develops independence, commitment, teamwork and resilience through volunteering, physical activity, skills development and expedition work. It provides meaningful achievement beyond traditional classroom assessment. Qualifications and assessment Students work towards the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award.
Home cooking
Home Cooking develops practical cookery, nutrition, food-safety and independent-living skills. Students learn to prepare affordable, balanced meals and make informed choices about food, health and budgeting. Qualifications and assessment Students complete a Level 2 Award in Home Cooking
Digital Skills
Digital Skills prepares students to use technology safely, confidently and effectively in education, employment and everyday life. Learning focuses on practical competence, digital responsibility and the skills expected in modern workplaces. Qualifications and assessment Students work towards the academy’s current Digital Skills qualification.
Science
Science helps students understand the natural and technological world, make informed decisions and develop practical enquiry skills. The curriculum is designed to be accessible, relevant and appropriately challenging for students who may have gaps in prior scientific learning. Qualifications and assessment Kickstart currently offers an accredited science pathway, including GCSE where appropriate
