Due to the corona virus, all college visits and tours have unfortunately had to be postponed – this may leave you feeling at a loss when it comes to applications. Myerscough College have therefore created a virtual tour of their Witton Campus – click here to view. If you have any questions regarding college applications, why not contact Azz, our school careers officer, on careers@thealternativeschool.co.uk.
Local College Updates
Accrington & Rossendale College have provided information regarding news from their courses, tips on applying for college and further information on sectors of their education programmes – click the link below to find out more: Burnley FC Shadow Youth Team: http://createsend.com/t/j-F6AB8C8866C6487B2540EF23F30FEDED Business: http://createsend.com/t/j-7BFBCAC93081D1482540EF23F30FEDED Creative Arts and Media: http://createsend.com/t/j-7376D1803F23EBA62540EF23F30FEDED Construction: http://createsend.com/t/j-A957141D9F04C2272540EF23F30FEDED Digital: http://createsend.com/t/j-5E19C89804CC3AC72540EF23F30FEDED Education and Childcare: http://createsend.com/t/j-2DDB7C85D34B34B92540EF23F30FEDED Hair and Beauty: http://createsend.com/t/j-A281073D891D988E2540EF23F30FEDED Health and Social Work Professions: http://createsend.com/t/j-3C634B29A97B15EE2540EF23F30FEDED Motor Vehicle: http://createsend.com/t/j-60C8A4518A21765F2540EF23F30FEDED Sports and Sports Science: http://createsend.com/t/j-DF1CAD1A39DC494E2540EF23F30FEDED There are also some further top tips on Preparing for College on a video, which have been posted to their social media. Accrington & Rossendale College continue to update their social media pages regularly – parents...
Planning ahead
It is never too early to start thinking about your future. There are so many options for you once you leave school; from apprenticeships and college, to the armed forces and self employment. Often, young people don’t have the opportunity to learn about the vast range of industries available to them, and don’t see many potential career paths open as options to them. This can leave you feeling confused, lost and alone in the decisions you have to make once the time comes. Here at TAS we have a dedicated careers adviser, Azz Mirza. Azz’s services are open to all...
TAS Corona Virus Statement
Hello, This Easter bank holiday weekend is one we shall all remember. The TAS team wishes you and your families well and we hope you will find an opportunity to rest and take stock. We want you to know that we take the safeguarding of our pupils very seriously and we are remaining open throughout the Easter break, continuing to provide work to pupils and provide phone contact and free school meal deliveries.All of our TAS team have been been working hard on a personalised remote learning package for each and every pupil, to ensure that they will receive a...
#EducationInIsolation
A specialist school in Pendle is helping parents throughout the coronavirus lockdown by providing virtual lessons and even food support… Click here to read the full article.
Accrington & Rossendale College Updates
Accrington & Rossendale College has generated an exciting new interactive mailer, where you can find all the latest information from courses to applications. Visit the link to check it out: http://createsend.com/t/j-F1681C2622A7C2CE2540EF23F30FEDED
TAS Covid19 Statement
We want you to know that we take the safeguarding of our pupils very seriously and we are remaining open to ALL vulnerable pupils, those pupils who wish to attend school and we have also devised a comprehensive learning package for all pupils at home, self isolating.All of our TAS teaching team have been been working hard on a personalised remote learning package for each and every pupil, to ensure that they will receive a minimum of 2 hours of education daily, 1:1 contact by phone, video or face to face where appropriate and plans in place to ensure that...
Year 11 College Information
Applying for college during this time can seem very daunting, we have been in contact with the local colleges and gathered all the information you may need to assist you. Message from Nelson and Colne College & Accrington and Rossendale College: “At the moment we are concentrating on an important dual message for students, this being 1) We are still taking applications and 2) If you have already applied then your place is secure.” Hayley Stewart, School Liaison Officer College will remain operational over the Easter break. The Admissions Team will continue to work remotely, processing applications, answering email and telephone queries. ...
Covid19 Info for parents
Dear Parent/Carer/Pupil,You’re likely aware of the outbreak of COVID-19 coronavirus and the subsequentconfirmed cases in the UK. At The Alternative School (TAS), we take the health and safety of our pupils and staff very seriously, so we’re sharing guidance from Public Health England on steps you should be taking.There’s currently no cause for concern at the school and all of our schools remain open, but we’ll keep you informed about any developments and ensure we’re keeping the school clean to prevent the spread of any virus.Prevent the spread of infection make sure you and your children follow these general principles...