Curriculum & Pathways
A more flexible approach to learning
How We Approach Learning
Our Curriculum offers ambitious pathways, which nurture the individual needs of the young person, supporting mental health and well-being whilst providing opportunities for progression.
We have three pathways to education and all our students require an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with the placement agreed by the relevant Local Authority SEND team.
Each student follows an academic programme shaped by their EHCP, Spencer3D profile, individual strengths and goals. Personal education plans are reviewed regularly, and students can join the pathway at any stage depending on their needs.
Our three pathways have been developed to meet the differing needs of our students whilst taking into account:
- Mental health – Purple Pathway
- Careers – Yellow Pathway
- Academic Outcomes – Blue Pathway
Purple Pathway
Overview
The Purple Pathway is a personalised programme providing a high level of personalised support for young people who are currently finding it a challenge to access education or employment due to their mental health and wellbeing.
Curriculum by design
A bespoke curriculum offer is devised by consulting with the young person, the family and other professionals. Part of this includes a reduced timetable and accessing our wellbeing team whilst developing and working to improving attendance over the duration of the 12-month programme. This pathway has two key strands depending on the needs of the young person and reflects the next steps they may be able to take to ensure the right path for them. These are Access to Education (linked to the blue pathway) and Access to Employability (linked to the yellow pathway)
The Pathway follows a phased approach:
- Building connection, trust and confidence
- Developing strategies, structure and support
- Increasing access to education or employability
Progress is flexible and based on the individual, with the aim is to help students move towards the Blue Pathway when appropriate.
Blue Pathway - Access to Education
Overview
The Blue Pathway is a full‑time structured academic programme. It is designed to support independent students and progression into further education, employment or training.
Expectations
Our students are expected to attend this programme full-time (9:15 – 3pm), 5 days a week, for the duration of the two-years. We will have support in place for those who may not be mentally well enough.
During their session, there will be a Tutor time with their key worker, followed by two 1-hour lessons with a 15 minute break between. Students can use this time to move rooms, socialise with friends or just have some recharge time between the more formal learning lessons.
Qualifications and accrediations
Students will gain qualifications in maths and English, along with an ambitious curriculum developing skills for adulthood and progression into employability. Cultural capital trips and experiences
What a week looks like
Sessions throughout the week will include:
- Maths and English qualification
- Personal Development
- Vocational options
- Careers skills
- Real-world learning
- Enrichment and Social
- Development (Skills
Builder)
Progress focuses mental health and wellbeing, on functional literacy and numeracy, building self‑esteem, developing practical skills, and removing barriers to learning.
As is our approach in all our settings, students on this pathway also have opportunities to access mental health support with the wellbeing team and /or other trained staff.
Yellow Pathway EB8
The Yellow Pathway (EB8) is based in Basing View, Basingstoke. It is a full‑time programme for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, who need a smaller, supported environment to prepare for employment and adult life.
EB8 provides a structured programme with a focus on building confidence, independence and practical skills for the future.
What to expect
EB8 runs five days a week and combines on‑site learning with time spent in the community.
- 3 days each week are based at Belvedere House in Basingstoke
- 2 days each week are spent in work experience, volunteering or training
Learners work in small groups and are supported by a consistent team who take time to understand their needs, strengths and goals.
The programme is designed to feel calm, predictable and supportive, while helping learners gradually build independence.
What learners will do
Each week includes a mix of structured sessions and practical activities. Learners are supported to develop skills step by step.
Activities may include:
- Building workplace skills such as communication, teamwork and timekeeping
- Taking part in small group sessions focused on confidence and independence
- Accessing work experience in different settings
- Visiting local employers and learning about different job roles
- Developing travel skills and using the local community
- Taking part in enrichment activities such as trips, workshops and projects
- Learning about money management and everyday living skills
Qualifications and accreditations
Learners work towards recognised qualifications that reflect their progress and prepare them for next steps.
These may include:
- ASDAN Employability qualifications (Entry Level 3 to Level 2)
- ASDAN Personal and Social Development (PSD)
- Functional Skills qualifications in English and maths, where appropriate
Learners may also complete:
- Short accredited courses linked to their interests
- Work experience records and employer feedback
- A portfolio of evidence to support applications for jobs or further study
The focus is on achieving qualifications that are realistic, meaningful and support future progression.
Support is available throughout the week, including access to on‑site mental health and wellbeing support.
FAQs
Inclusion College is located in Hook, Osborn Way Meridian Office Park, Hook RG27 9HY
Inclusion College is a small independent college which specialises in providing education and support for students who are not able to access mainstream college. We enable young people to access an enriching curriculum around Preparation for Adulthood and Functional Skills qualifications in a safe, calm and nurturing environment.
Please see our Vision and Values for further details
EHCP stands for Educational, Health and Care plan EHCP stands for Educational, Health and Care plan.
Before an EHCP is provided to a child or young person, you need to apply to your local education authority (LEA) to request a needs assessment. You can apply directly to your LEA, or your child’s doctor/health visitor or a school SENCO can apply on your behalf.
Once a request is submitted to your LEA they’ll review the information and decide whether to proceed with an EHCP. If they decide to carry out an assessment, they’ll gather information by speaking to you, your child, and other professionals who know your child well, such as their teachers, SENCO and social workers. They may also ask you for supporting documents like school or nursery reports, and a doctor’s assessment. This information will help them to make a decision about whether or not to issue an EHCP.
https://www.hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhealth/childrenandfamilies/specialneeds/sen-pathway
Inclusion College is for students aged 16—25 who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and require a tailored further education programme in a supportive environment.
You can find out more about our admissions policy here
We do not currently have official open days but if you are interested in viewing the college as a possible student or parent/carer then please contact us.
Our OFSTED reports and monitoring reports can be viewed here
Children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
https://www.gov.uk/children-with-special-educational-needs
The college opens at 9:30am and closes at 4pm
Please see our Safeguarding section for further details.
