Our Curriculum at Valley College

At Valley College, our curriculum mappings are designed to prepare learners for a happy, healthy, independent and fulfilling adult life. Every aspect of learning is carefully planned to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for adulthood, employment, higher education, community participation and personal wellbeing.

Our curriculum is built around four key areas:

Employment & Higher Education

Learners develop the essential skills needed for the workplace and future learning opportunities. Through Functional Literacy, Functional Numeracy, Digital Skills and Employability, learners build communication, problem-solving, technology and work-readiness skills that support their next steps into employment, volunteering, supported internships or further study.

Independent Living

We empower learners to become as independent as possible by developing practical life skills. Learners explore topics such as personal care, managing money, cooking, travel training, personal safety, healthy relationships and making informed decisions. These skills help learners navigate everyday life with greater confidence and independence.

Community Inclusion

We encourage learners to become active members of their communities. Through community-based projects, social development and local engagement opportunities, learners develop communication, teamwork and citizenship skills while building meaningful connections and contributing positively to society.

Good Health

Physical, emotional and mental wellbeing are at the heart of our curriculum. Learners participate in activities that promote healthy lifestyles, emotional resilience, fitness, creativity and self-expression. This supports learners to lead healthier, more balanced lives and develop positive wellbeing habits that will benefit them throughout adulthood.

A Progressive Learning Journey

Our curriculum is organised into six learning modules across the academic year, enabling learners to build knowledge and skills progressively. Learning is personalised to meet individual needs, aspirations and EHCP outcomes, ensuring that every learner is supported to achieve their full potential.

By combining academic development, life skills, employability, community engagement and wellbeing, the Valley College curriculum creates meaningful learning experiences that help learners build skills for a brighter, more independent future.