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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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Tutors use assessments effectively to identify gaps and plan targeted support for apprentices.

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Comprehensive safeguarding training for apprentices and staff.

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Trust leaders actively engage with school leaders to ensure apprentice support.

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Managers consider staff workloads to maintain manageable caseloads.

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High retention of apprentices in employment within the trust after completing the programme.

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Incorporates additional training in areas like early reading, phonics, and emotional literacy, extending beyond standard requirements.

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Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, with apprentices equipped to identify pupils at risk.

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Enhanced confidence in the workplace, particularly in supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

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Rated “Good” across all areas: quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and apprenticeships.

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High accountability for programme quality among senior leaders and trustees.

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Apprentices receive guidance on career progression, with many progressing to further roles within the trust or additional training.

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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.

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Apprentices are highly motivated, keen to learn, and make good progress.

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Ambitious training programme tailored to the needs of trust schools.

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Tailored functional skills programmes in English and mathematics for recent apprentices.

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Trust leaders are committed to the apprenticeship programme’s success.

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Well-sequenced curriculum aligned with workplace applications.

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Effective use of expert staff within the trust to deliver high-quality training.

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Effective systems for identifying risks and ensuring compliance with the “Prevent” duty.

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Positive workplace impact, with apprentices improving their support for pupils, particularly those with specific needs.

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Apprentices receive targeted support, including resources and protected time for training.

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