Transition Pathway at Brookfield School
Reconnecting Learners. Building Confidence. Preparing for Life Beyond School.
Our Transition Pathway is a specialist provision primarily for Years 10 and 11 pupils who have faced significant disruption to their education. It offers a personalised, flexible environment designed to rebuild confidence, re-engage learners, and prepare them for post-16 education, training, or employment.
Pupils follow a bespoke and progressive plan that identifies barriers and builds the essential skills to support pupils back into formal learning. Our progressive offer aims to prepare each pupil for post 16 education.
What We Offer
- Core Learning: English, Maths, and Personal Social Development in small groups, with accreditation through Functional Skills or GCSE where appropriate.
- Vocational Opportunities: Practical, interest-led courses such as Outdoor Education, Construction, Catering, Sport & Leisure, Creative Media, Business & Enterprise, and Health & Fitness.
- Preparation for Adulthood: Mentor-led sessions covering employment, independent living, community inclusion, and health & wellbeing, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
- Mentoring & Support: Every pupil has a dedicated mentor, plus access to counselling, learning interventions, and family engagement support.
- Intensive Support: For pupils needing a gradual start, we offer one-to-one or very small group sessions to build confidence and readiness.
Our Ethos
- Pupil-Centred: Learning shaped around individual interests and aspirations.
- Flexible & Adaptive: A blend of academic, vocational, and life skills.
- Future-Focused: Preparing pupils for independence and success beyond school.
Further information can be accessed below:
The Lancashire County Council Inclusion Service identify pupils for this bespoke provision and consult directly with school. It benefits from working closely our main school offer but aims to provide a tailored approach that addresses previous barriers, builds confidence and increases attendance and engagement.
FAQs
- What is the Transition Pathway?
The Transition Pathway is a specialist provision for pupils primarily in Key Stage 4 who have experienced disrupted education. It offers a flexible, personalised approach to help them re-engage with learning and prepare for post-16 education, training, or employment.
- Who is the Transition Pathway for?
It is designed for pupils whose needs have made it difficult to thrive in traditional school settings — not due to lack of ability, but because standard systems haven’t met their individual needs.
- What will my child study?
The curriculum includes:
- Core subjects: English, Maths, and Personal Social Development (PSD)
- Vocational learning: Practical courses such as Construction, Catering, Sport & Leisure, Creative Media, and more
- Preparation for Adulthood: Life skills, careers guidance, and wellbeing support
- How is support provided?
Every pupil has a dedicated mentor who works closely with them and their family. Additional support includes counselling, learning interventions, and family engagement strategies.
- How does the Transition Pathway prepare for the future?
Through personalised learning, vocational experiences, and life skills development, pupils leave with confidence, practical skills, and clear plans for college, training, or employment.