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A Constellation of Leading Teaching Communities
OPAL play
– Bricknell Primary School
At our school, we believe that play is not just a fun activity, it is a fundamental part of a child’s learning journey. That’s why we are proud to embrace OPAL play, an award-winning program that transforms our playgrounds into vibrant spaces for exploration, imagination, and development.
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Well-sequenced curriculum aligned with workplace applications.
Tailored functional skills programmes in English and mathematics for recent apprentices.
High retention of apprentices in employment within the trust after completing the programme.
Comprehensive safeguarding training for apprentices and staff.
Apprentices receive targeted support, including resources and protected time for training.
The Constellation Trust is a highly inclusive group of schools who cater for the needs of all pupils through a strategic approach to effectively maximise our resources.
Trust leaders actively engage with school leaders to ensure apprentice support.
High accountability for programme quality among senior leaders and trustees.
Positive workplace impact, with apprentices improving their support for pupils, particularly those with specific needs.
Ambitious training programme tailored to the needs of trust schools.
Enhanced confidence in the workplace, particularly in supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Trust leaders are committed to the apprenticeship programme’s success.
Apprentices receive guidance on career progression, with many progressing to further roles within the trust or additional training.
Tutors use assessments effectively to identify gaps and plan targeted support for apprentices.
Effective systems for identifying risks and ensuring compliance with the “Prevent” duty.
Rated “Good” across all areas: quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and apprenticeships.
Apprentices are highly motivated, keen to learn, and make good progress.
Effective use of expert staff within the trust to deliver high-quality training.
Managers consider staff workloads to maintain manageable caseloads.
Incorporates additional training in areas like early reading, phonics, and emotional literacy, extending beyond standard requirements.
Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, with apprentices equipped to identify pupils at risk.
