Preparation for Adulthood

At Welburn Hall School, preparing our pupils for adulthood is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to supporting each young person to develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to lead fulfilling lives beyond school.

We recognise that every pupil follows a highly individualised journey. Our Preparation for Adulthood pathways are carefully tailored to meet each student’s needs, aspirations and abilities, ensuring meaningful outcomes for the future.

This guide has been produced to support young people with SEND from North Yorkshire:

Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) – A guide for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Our Aims

· Develop independence and life skills
· Build confidence and self-esteem
· Make informed choices about their future
· Engage with their local community
· Move successfully into adulthood, employment or further education

Key Areas of Preparation

Independence and Life Skills

Pupils are supported to develop essential daily living skills such as:

· Personal care and hygiene
· Cooking and food preparation
· Travel training
· Managing money
· Household tasks

Residential visits to outdoor education centres in Key Stages 4 and 5 play a key role in preparing pupils for adulthood, enabling them to build independence, resilience and social skills while experiencing life away from home.

Employment and Careers

Careers education is embedded across the curriculum and personalised to each student.

We work closely with families, employers and external providers to ensure students are well-prepared for the next stage of their journey.

Please see the Careers page for more information.

Community Inclusion

· Educational visits
· Work experience opportunities
· Accessing local facilities and services

Health and Wellbeing

· Developing healthy routines
· Understanding emotions and relationships
· Accessing support when needed
· Building resilience and coping strategies
· Visits from the special school nursing team

Post-16 and Beyond

In our college provision, Preparation for Adulthood becomes increasingly personalised and focused on future outcomes.
Students can access:

· Accredited courses in functional skills and vocational subjects

· Employability and enterprise opportunities

· Independent Living Diploma Units covering the following units:

· Transition support into adult services or further education

We work in partnership with families and external agencies to ensure a smooth and successful transition beyond Welburn Hall.

Working in Partnership with Families

We believe that preparing for adulthood is most successful when school and home work closely together.
We:
· Involve families in planning and reviews
· Provide information about future pathways and services

Together, we support every young person to achieve their full potential and prepare for a positive future.