A flexible skills‑focused course below university level, taken with a lighter timetable to fit around work or personal commitments.
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Please note: We are now operating a waiting list for this programme, applications will not be processed unless spaces become available.
These courses have been designed to support 14-16 Home Educated students to develop their personal and social skills as well as building confidence and develop knowledge in their English and maths skills. It also aims to build employability skills and provide an opportunity to explore vocational interests with a view to progressing to further qualifications in the future.
You can expect fantastic facilities and supportive teaching staff who will go the extra mile to help you achieve.
You will learn English and maths in a supportive environment, through a variety of methods including fun practical projects as well as more traditional methods.
If you have had previous difficulties in school prior to becoming home educated or if you are looking for a more vocational route in education this course could be ideal for you.
The course consists of English and maths Functional Skills at Entry 3 and a BTEC Vocational Studies Certificate also at Entry 3.
If your child has studied the Entry 3 course last year, this programme may be the ideal progression opportunity for them to further develop the skills and knowledge already acquired.
The course consists of English and Maths Functional Skills at Level 1 and a BTEC Vocational Studies Certificate also at Level 1.
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Batsford 664 Nuthall Road, Nottingham, NG8 6AQ
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Parent course code:C036404 Child course code: Q036405
This course is now full for September 2026 and is no longer accepting applications. You can book onto our upcoming open events or apply for September 2027 in early October.
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Batsford 664 Nuthall Road, Nottingham, NG8 6AQ
Course Code:
Parent course code:C039072 Child course code: Q039073
This course is now full for September 2026 and is no longer accepting applications. You can book onto our upcoming open events or apply for September 2027 in early October.
Open Events1 year
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Students must be electively home educated.
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Full-time Further Education course