Pathway to Success

Quick facts

Qualification Type: Functional Skills Maths and English at an appropriate level. AQA Awards tailored to your interests, including vocational subjects, employability skills and personal development.

Duration: Up to 1 year, roll on programme.

Study Times: 3 days 10:00 – 16:00

Entry Requirements: No formal requirements, however, motivation and dedication with successful interviews and taster sessions are expected. EHCP learners welcome

Campus: At various locations across Suffolk

Is it for me?

This course is ideal for young people who want to rebuild confidence in learning, develop independence, and prepare for their next steps in education, training or employment within a supportive off-campus environment.

Based at a small and supportive off-campus venue, learners will explore, develop and apply key skills to help them move forward positively. The programme focuses on building independence, strengthening maths and English skills, and supporting learners as they plan and prepare for their next steps.

Key features include:

- A small, supportive learning environment

- An off-campus setting with strong staff support

- A focus on confidence, independence and personal development

- Learning linked to real-life skills and future goals

What you'll learn

· Functional Skills in maths and English

· AQA Awards tailored to your interests, including vocational subjects, employability skills and personal development

· Outdoor Learning activities such as conservation and ecology

Students on Pathway to Success will build the skills required to progress confidently into further education, employment or training, including how to:

- Study independently

- Strengthen maths and English skills

- Make informed decisions about future goals

- Solve real-world problems

- Get ready for their next steps

Further study

Throughout the programme, learners work towards clear progression goals, helping them make informed choices about further study, training or employment.

On successful completion, learners can move on to a variety of vocational courses at the college that reflect their interests and goals, with further progression opportunities including apprenticeships or paid employment.

Days & times

Starting September 2026