Havering College of Further and Higher Education in London benefited greatly from its involvement with the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in London. Over 500 students and staff received free tickets to the Games, creating lasting memories. The college's performers participated in the Paralympic opening ceremony and musicians entertained spectators. Students also witnessed sporting events and reflected positively on their experiences. The college aims to continue building on partnerships formed through London 2012.
This bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region provides information on upcoming events and meetings. It announces a liaison meeting between AoC London and the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. It also advertises free regional events on work experience and skills competitions in 2013. The bulletin lists recent and future meetings for AoC London and contacts for further information.
Over 103,000 college students who are eligible for free school meals are missing out on them each year at a cost of over £38 million pounds. While there are three times as many college students eligible for free meals compared to sixth form students, only the sixth form students receive them. Several MPs support extending free meal provision to college students as well, arguing that denying free meals to disadvantaged students hurts social mobility and is unfair.
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This document discusses the unfairness that 16-18 year old students from disadvantaged backgrounds in further education colleges do not receive free meals like their peers in school sixth forms. It notes that over 100,000 college students miss out on free lunches each year. Extending free meals to college students would encourage more youth participation in education and training, and is estimated to cost £38 million to implement. The document provides statistics on the number of students eligible for free meals and instructions for how to get involved in their campaign to extend free meal provisions.
- Chelsey Ward completed an 8-week work placement at Greenwich Community College and impressed staff, leading to a job in the finance department and an Accountancy Apprenticeship with the college.
- Dean Gunn recently completed his apprenticeship in Fabrication and Welding with Havering College, and is now working for Benson Sedgwick on metal rings being installed at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. His apprenticeship helped him secure a job and career.
- Nick Faulks is an apprentice with technology company e2v, training to be an engineer producing medical components. His apprenticeship provides experience and qualifications, putting him in a strong position compared to university graduates without
The bulletin welcomes colleagues back after the summer and Olympics. It encourages sharing stories about colleges' contributions to the Games. Upcoming events are listed, including governance masterclasses, a roadshow on 16-19 study programmes, and the annual AoC conference. Colleges are asked to nominate students for the student of the year award and participate in the student photography competition. Recent and future meetings of the AoC London region are outlined.
Havering College of Further and Higher Education in London benefited greatly from its involvement with the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in London. Over 500 students and staff received free tickets to the Games, creating lasting memories. The college's performers participated in the Paralympic opening ceremony and musicians entertained spectators. Students also witnessed sporting events and reflected positively on their experiences. The college aims to continue building on partnerships formed through London 2012.
This bulletin from the Association of Colleges (AoC) London Region provides information on upcoming events and meetings. It announces a liaison meeting between AoC London and the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. It also advertises free regional events on work experience and skills competitions in 2013. The bulletin lists recent and future meetings for AoC London and contacts for further information.
Over 103,000 college students who are eligible for free school meals are missing out on them each year at a cost of over £38 million pounds. While there are three times as many college students eligible for free meals compared to sixth form students, only the sixth form students receive them. Several MPs support extending free meal provision to college students as well, arguing that denying free meals to disadvantaged students hurts social mobility and is unfair.
To add or edit an announcement or event on the website, go to the Components tab and select either the Announcement or Event component. Provide information such as the title, publication/start-end dates, description, content, and category. Select options like showing it on the home page and directorate to have the announcement/event displayed on the website. Click add to create and publish the announcement/event.
This document discusses the unfairness that 16-18 year old students from disadvantaged backgrounds in further education colleges do not receive free meals like their peers in school sixth forms. It notes that over 100,000 college students miss out on free lunches each year. Extending free meals to college students would encourage more youth participation in education and training, and is estimated to cost £38 million to implement. The document provides statistics on the number of students eligible for free meals and instructions for how to get involved in their campaign to extend free meal provisions.
- Chelsey Ward completed an 8-week work placement at Greenwich Community College and impressed staff, leading to a job in the finance department and an Accountancy Apprenticeship with the college.
- Dean Gunn recently completed his apprenticeship in Fabrication and Welding with Havering College, and is now working for Benson Sedgwick on metal rings being installed at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. His apprenticeship helped him secure a job and career.
- Nick Faulks is an apprentice with technology company e2v, training to be an engineer producing medical components. His apprenticeship provides experience and qualifications, putting him in a strong position compared to university graduates without
The bulletin welcomes colleagues back after the summer and Olympics. It encourages sharing stories about colleges' contributions to the Games. Upcoming events are listed, including governance masterclasses, a roadshow on 16-19 study programmes, and the annual AoC conference. Colleges are asked to nominate students for the student of the year award and participate in the student photography competition. Recent and future meetings of the AoC London region are outlined.
VTCT is a specialist awarding organization that has offered world-class vocational qualifications in the UK service sector since 1962, including in areas like hairdressing, beauty therapy, complementary therapies, sports and active leisure, hospitality and catering, business, and more. VTCT qualifications are regulated across the UK and awarded by over 800 approved training centers and colleges internationally. VTCT takes a specialist approach, providing a comprehensive range of qualifications in each subject area along with customer service, training, and online resources to support learners.
This document provides information about the AoC Beacon Awards for 2014/2015, which recognize excellence in further education. It outlines 14 award categories sponsored by various organizations and the criteria for applications. Colleges are invited to apply for awards between July and October 2014 by submitting information about initiatives that promote exemplary teaching and learning. Winning colleges will be announced in November 2014 and receive monetary grants to further develop their initiatives.
This document is an application form for the Beacon Awards, which recognizes initiatives at colleges that promote exemplary teaching and learning. The form requests information about the applicant, their college, the award for which they are applying, and the initiative being submitted. It specifies that the application must be no more than 3,000 words and address criteria including the initiative's aims, how it meets the sponsor's criteria, management, outcomes for learners, and benefits for other colleges. Applicants must submit one copy of Part 1 and five copies each of Parts 2 and 3, including supporting evidence, by July 2nd.
This document is a prospectus for the 2014/2015 AoC Beacon Awards. It outlines 14 award categories that recognize excellence in teaching, learning, leadership, partnerships, and innovation in further education. Winning colleges receive monetary grants between £3,000-£5,000 to continue developing their initiatives. The awards aim to promote sharing of best practices across the further education sector.
The AoC Beacon Awards Programme recognises and promotes collaboration between further education colleges, businesses, and other organizations. The awards highlight innovative teaching practices, support for learners, commitment to diversity, and other contributions colleges make. Winning colleges receive development grants of £3,000-£5,000 to advance their initiatives and share exemplary practices with the sector. A steering group provides guidance for administering the awards program.
OCR is a not-for-profit organization focused on enhancing education through assessment that has supported the AoC Beacon Awards for 21 years. As a leading UK awarding body, OCR engages over 4 million learners in over 8,000 centers to help them achieve their full potential and is one of the top three providers of vocational qualifications. OCR provides an extensive portfolio of skills qualifications beyond A Levels and GCSEs, including apprenticeships, to promote progression and employability through collaboration with industry and education partners.
The National Association for Managers of Student Services (NAMSS) is a membership organization established in 1987 that represents managers of student services in post-16 education. NAMSS has over 320 college members and 700 individual members across England, Scotland, Wales, and North Ireland. NAMSS works with government departments and other stakeholders to represent its members and champion learners. NAMSS holds an annual conference and other events to provide professional development for its members. The NAMSS Award for Student Support recognizes colleges that demonstrate successful and innovative student support through effective leadership, a range of support services, learner engagement, and partnership working.
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Microlink is Europe's largest supplier of Assistive Technology and Inclusivity solutions, supporting over 180,000 students and numerous FTSE 100 companies over 20 years. Their education services provide teachers resources to create inclusive classrooms allowing students with different learning styles to develop skills and employability. Microlink sponsors the AoC Beacon Awards to recognize exemplary work by colleges in delivering inclusive learning and supporting progression to employment or higher education.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Learning Consortium Award for Improvement in Teac...Association of Colleges
The Learning Consortium Award for Improvement in Teaching and Learning through Peer Coaching recognizes colleges that have effectively used peer coaching to significantly impact learners and learning. Assessors will look for evidence that peer coaching has created a focus on learning outcomes and innovative teaching approaches. Successful applications will demonstrate organizational commitment to developing teaching skills through peer coaching, changes to teaching practice that have enhanced the learning experience and led to quantifiable improvements in learner achievement and satisfaction.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 prospectus - JLT Employee Benefits Award for Health...Association of Colleges
JLT Employee Benefits has been providing healthcare solutions to the education sector since 1981, starting with medical plans for universities and colleges. Their knowledge of the sector's needs combined with products and solutions has grown their reputation. Their healthcare solutions are now integral parts of employee benefits, with most universities and colleges adopting their medical plans. These services go beyond private healthcare to include all aspects of occupational health and employee benefits.
The document provides guidance on applying for the AoC Beacon Awards, which recognize exemplary teaching and learning initiatives. It outlines the application requirements, including that submissions must address specific criteria like benefiting students, promoting equality, and being sustainable. It also provides tips on structuring the application, directions for submitting materials, and answers frequently asked questions. Feedback from previous years emphasizes strengths like partnerships and support for activities, as well as areas for improvement such as providing evidence of innovative practices and learner outcomes.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Jisc Award for the Effective Use of Technology in FEAssociation of Colleges
Jisc is an organization in the UK that provides digital resources and services to post-16 education and research institutions. It aims to advance the use of digital technologies in these sectors through shared services, content procurement, and expertise. Jisc offers a range of digital content like journals, books, and films through bulk purchasing. It also provides hands-on local support to help institutions operate more efficiently and enable independent learning. Jisc runs the fastest and most efficient academic network in the UK, Janet, which saves members over 25% compared to commercial alternatives.
The document provides guidance on applying for the AoC Beacon Awards, which recognize exemplary teaching and learning initiatives. It outlines the application process and criteria, stating that applications should be submitted in three parts: Part 1 includes college contact details, Part 2 summarizes how the initiative meets criteria in 50-150 words, and Part 3 describes the initiative in no more than 3,000 words, addressing topics like aims, outcomes, and benefits. It emphasizes including evidence from beneficiaries and anonymizing college identities to qualify for consideration.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Education and Training Foundation Award for Trans...Association of Colleges
This document provides information about the Education and Training Foundation Award for Transformational Leadership by Governing Bodies. The award recognizes colleges that can demonstrate successful governance through initiatives that improve educational performance, accountability through employer engagement, self-critical governance reviews, or innovative governance processes. Colleges must provide evidence of sustained excellence, strategic partnerships, exemplary teaching and learning, and leadership that promotes diversity.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - edge award for practical teaching and practical l...Association of Colleges
Edge is an independent education foundation dedicated to raising the status of practical and vocational learning in the UK. It launched the Six Steps to Change Manifesto proposing steps to improve practical and vocational education, such as ensuring all young people learn skills for life/work and allowing students to choose educational pathways matching their aspirations. Edge sponsors the AoC Beacon Award for Practical Teaching and Practical Learning to recognize excellent practical teaching and learning in colleges.
This document outlines the calendar for the 2014-2015 Association of Colleges (AoC) Beacon Awards, which recognizes excellence in further education colleges. It details the distribution and application deadlines in April and July 2014, followed by a three-stage assessment process from July to October 2014. The winning colleges were then announced in November 2014 at the AoC Annual Conference and recognized at local ceremonies from January to April 2015 before delivering breakout sessions at the November 2015 AoC Annual Conference.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Association of Colleges Award for College Engagem...Association of Colleges
The Association of Colleges Award for College Engagement with Employers recognizes colleges that deliver responsive skills training to meet employer needs. To win the award, colleges must demonstrate a long-term partnership with employers through curriculum and programs that develop workforce skills. Assessors will look for evidence of a whole-college approach to engaging employers through strategic planning, responsiveness to local economic priorities, collaboration with other organizations, successful delivery of employer engagement programs, and flexible learning methods.
The document outlines the process for assessing applications to the AoC Beacon Awards. It describes that specialist assessors coordinated by the AoC Beacon Awards Director will be responsible for assessing applications. Normally two assessors will review new awards, while established awards can be reviewed by one assessor or an assessor paired with a trainee. The assessment process has three stages - shortlisting applications, visiting shortlisted colleges, and a final decision. Winning colleges are invited to nominate team members to become trained assessors.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - AQA Award for Continued Engagement in Education a...Association of Colleges
AQA is the largest provider of academic qualifications in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It provides GCSEs and A-levels for around half of students and its qualifications are recognized internationally in 30 countries. AQA was founded by five universities over a century ago and today employs over 1,200 people who work with teachers and experts to set and mark exams. AQA is a charity that reinvests its profits into education through research and raising standards in assessment worldwide.
This document is an application form for the Beacon Awards. It requests information such as the applicant's name and contact details, the name and contact details of the college, the title and description of the initiative being applied for, and a confirmation that the application meets the word count and criteria requirements. The applicant and college principal must both sign the form to confirm the details and eligibility of the submission. The completed application is to be submitted by July 2nd along with four copies of supporting documents.
VTCT is a specialist awarding organization that has offered world-class vocational qualifications in the UK service sector since 1962, including in areas like hairdressing, beauty therapy, complementary therapies, sports and active leisure, hospitality and catering, business, and more. VTCT qualifications are regulated across the UK and awarded by over 800 approved training centers and colleges internationally. VTCT takes a specialist approach, providing a comprehensive range of qualifications in each subject area along with customer service, training, and online resources to support learners.
This document provides information about the AoC Beacon Awards for 2014/2015, which recognize excellence in further education. It outlines 14 award categories sponsored by various organizations and the criteria for applications. Colleges are invited to apply for awards between July and October 2014 by submitting information about initiatives that promote exemplary teaching and learning. Winning colleges will be announced in November 2014 and receive monetary grants to further develop their initiatives.
This document is an application form for the Beacon Awards, which recognizes initiatives at colleges that promote exemplary teaching and learning. The form requests information about the applicant, their college, the award for which they are applying, and the initiative being submitted. It specifies that the application must be no more than 3,000 words and address criteria including the initiative's aims, how it meets the sponsor's criteria, management, outcomes for learners, and benefits for other colleges. Applicants must submit one copy of Part 1 and five copies each of Parts 2 and 3, including supporting evidence, by July 2nd.
This document is a prospectus for the 2014/2015 AoC Beacon Awards. It outlines 14 award categories that recognize excellence in teaching, learning, leadership, partnerships, and innovation in further education. Winning colleges receive monetary grants between £3,000-£5,000 to continue developing their initiatives. The awards aim to promote sharing of best practices across the further education sector.
The AoC Beacon Awards Programme recognises and promotes collaboration between further education colleges, businesses, and other organizations. The awards highlight innovative teaching practices, support for learners, commitment to diversity, and other contributions colleges make. Winning colleges receive development grants of £3,000-£5,000 to advance their initiatives and share exemplary practices with the sector. A steering group provides guidance for administering the awards program.
OCR is a not-for-profit organization focused on enhancing education through assessment that has supported the AoC Beacon Awards for 21 years. As a leading UK awarding body, OCR engages over 4 million learners in over 8,000 centers to help them achieve their full potential and is one of the top three providers of vocational qualifications. OCR provides an extensive portfolio of skills qualifications beyond A Levels and GCSEs, including apprenticeships, to promote progression and employability through collaboration with industry and education partners.
The National Association for Managers of Student Services (NAMSS) is a membership organization established in 1987 that represents managers of student services in post-16 education. NAMSS has over 320 college members and 700 individual members across England, Scotland, Wales, and North Ireland. NAMSS works with government departments and other stakeholders to represent its members and champion learners. NAMSS holds an annual conference and other events to provide professional development for its members. The NAMSS Award for Student Support recognizes colleges that demonstrate successful and innovative student support through effective leadership, a range of support services, learner engagement, and partnership working.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Microlink, AoC Charitable Trust and Achievement f...Association of Colleges
Microlink is Europe's largest supplier of Assistive Technology and Inclusivity solutions, supporting over 180,000 students and numerous FTSE 100 companies over 20 years. Their education services provide teachers resources to create inclusive classrooms allowing students with different learning styles to develop skills and employability. Microlink sponsors the AoC Beacon Awards to recognize exemplary work by colleges in delivering inclusive learning and supporting progression to employment or higher education.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Learning Consortium Award for Improvement in Teac...Association of Colleges
The Learning Consortium Award for Improvement in Teaching and Learning through Peer Coaching recognizes colleges that have effectively used peer coaching to significantly impact learners and learning. Assessors will look for evidence that peer coaching has created a focus on learning outcomes and innovative teaching approaches. Successful applications will demonstrate organizational commitment to developing teaching skills through peer coaching, changes to teaching practice that have enhanced the learning experience and led to quantifiable improvements in learner achievement and satisfaction.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 prospectus - JLT Employee Benefits Award for Health...Association of Colleges
JLT Employee Benefits has been providing healthcare solutions to the education sector since 1981, starting with medical plans for universities and colleges. Their knowledge of the sector's needs combined with products and solutions has grown their reputation. Their healthcare solutions are now integral parts of employee benefits, with most universities and colleges adopting their medical plans. These services go beyond private healthcare to include all aspects of occupational health and employee benefits.
The document provides guidance on applying for the AoC Beacon Awards, which recognize exemplary teaching and learning initiatives. It outlines the application requirements, including that submissions must address specific criteria like benefiting students, promoting equality, and being sustainable. It also provides tips on structuring the application, directions for submitting materials, and answers frequently asked questions. Feedback from previous years emphasizes strengths like partnerships and support for activities, as well as areas for improvement such as providing evidence of innovative practices and learner outcomes.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Jisc Award for the Effective Use of Technology in FEAssociation of Colleges
Jisc is an organization in the UK that provides digital resources and services to post-16 education and research institutions. It aims to advance the use of digital technologies in these sectors through shared services, content procurement, and expertise. Jisc offers a range of digital content like journals, books, and films through bulk purchasing. It also provides hands-on local support to help institutions operate more efficiently and enable independent learning. Jisc runs the fastest and most efficient academic network in the UK, Janet, which saves members over 25% compared to commercial alternatives.
The document provides guidance on applying for the AoC Beacon Awards, which recognize exemplary teaching and learning initiatives. It outlines the application process and criteria, stating that applications should be submitted in three parts: Part 1 includes college contact details, Part 2 summarizes how the initiative meets criteria in 50-150 words, and Part 3 describes the initiative in no more than 3,000 words, addressing topics like aims, outcomes, and benefits. It emphasizes including evidence from beneficiaries and anonymizing college identities to qualify for consideration.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Education and Training Foundation Award for Trans...Association of Colleges
This document provides information about the Education and Training Foundation Award for Transformational Leadership by Governing Bodies. The award recognizes colleges that can demonstrate successful governance through initiatives that improve educational performance, accountability through employer engagement, self-critical governance reviews, or innovative governance processes. Colleges must provide evidence of sustained excellence, strategic partnerships, exemplary teaching and learning, and leadership that promotes diversity.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - edge award for practical teaching and practical l...Association of Colleges
Edge is an independent education foundation dedicated to raising the status of practical and vocational learning in the UK. It launched the Six Steps to Change Manifesto proposing steps to improve practical and vocational education, such as ensuring all young people learn skills for life/work and allowing students to choose educational pathways matching their aspirations. Edge sponsors the AoC Beacon Award for Practical Teaching and Practical Learning to recognize excellent practical teaching and learning in colleges.
This document outlines the calendar for the 2014-2015 Association of Colleges (AoC) Beacon Awards, which recognizes excellence in further education colleges. It details the distribution and application deadlines in April and July 2014, followed by a three-stage assessment process from July to October 2014. The winning colleges were then announced in November 2014 at the AoC Annual Conference and recognized at local ceremonies from January to April 2015 before delivering breakout sessions at the November 2015 AoC Annual Conference.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - Association of Colleges Award for College Engagem...Association of Colleges
The Association of Colleges Award for College Engagement with Employers recognizes colleges that deliver responsive skills training to meet employer needs. To win the award, colleges must demonstrate a long-term partnership with employers through curriculum and programs that develop workforce skills. Assessors will look for evidence of a whole-college approach to engaging employers through strategic planning, responsiveness to local economic priorities, collaboration with other organizations, successful delivery of employer engagement programs, and flexible learning methods.
The document outlines the process for assessing applications to the AoC Beacon Awards. It describes that specialist assessors coordinated by the AoC Beacon Awards Director will be responsible for assessing applications. Normally two assessors will review new awards, while established awards can be reviewed by one assessor or an assessor paired with a trainee. The assessment process has three stages - shortlisting applications, visiting shortlisted colleges, and a final decision. Winning colleges are invited to nominate team members to become trained assessors.
AoC Beacon Awards 2014-15 - AQA Award for Continued Engagement in Education a...Association of Colleges
AQA is the largest provider of academic qualifications in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It provides GCSEs and A-levels for around half of students and its qualifications are recognized internationally in 30 countries. AQA was founded by five universities over a century ago and today employs over 1,200 people who work with teachers and experts to set and mark exams. AQA is a charity that reinvests its profits into education through research and raising standards in assessment worldwide.
This document is an application form for the Beacon Awards. It requests information such as the applicant's name and contact details, the name and contact details of the college, the title and description of the initiative being applied for, and a confirmation that the application meets the word count and criteria requirements. The applicant and college principal must both sign the form to confirm the details and eligibility of the submission. The completed application is to be submitted by July 2nd along with four copies of supporting documents.
1. AoC London Region Members’ Bulletin
9 November 2012 – Issue 124
Dear Colleagues
London Apprenticeships
As one of AoC London’s top priorities we are working with the National Apprenticeship
Service (NAS) and the Mayor’s office to grow and promote Apprenticeships across the capital.
Our shared focus is on:
• increasing the number of employers employing apprentices
• increasing the number of young people starting on apprenticeships
• increasing high quality apprenticeships
• increasing advanced and higher level apprenticeships
• broadening access to the Apprenticeships
AoC London Business Development Managers’ Network is advancing the cause at its meeting
on Wednesday 14 November with Apprenticeships as a key item of business. Together with
the contribution of the Marketing Committee, this will inform our action planning with NAS
and the Mayor’s Office. If Members wish to further add input and ideas please let Judith
Smyth know.
Apprenticeship Grant for Employers (AGE): Update from NAS
You will also be aware of the recent changes to the eligibility rules for AGE – 16-24 which
enables the offer to be made to a much broader group of employers (See Apprenticeships Grant
for Employers document attached for further details).
Collaborative Working
Two AoC London Region collaborative events were held on Thursday 8 November.
An ESOL Workshop at City Hall, organised in conjunction with the GLA, JobCentrePlus (JCP)
and the Skills Funding Agency, brought a number of College ESOL managers and JCP advisers
together. The theme was “Building on best practice for supporting people into work” and
outcomes of the workshop will be included in a report by the facilitators, SHM ltd. For further
information please contact Judith Smyth.
London Councils, EFA, NATSPEC, and AoC London organised a joint event addressing the
changing policy in relation to High Need Students. The outcomes of “Funding for High Need
Students – making it work for young people in London” will inform a meeting between AoC
London and the EFA scheduled for the end of November. For further information please
contact me.
Colleges Week 2012
Colleges Week 2012 will take place from 11-18 November and this year it’s all about
employability and work readiness. It will be a little different from previous years – Colleges
2. AoC London Region Members’ Bulletin, 9 November 2012
and stakeholders will be provided with new research, collateral and toolkits to complement and
build on existing communications and marketing plans. It will be also focus on making young
people aware of the wide range of options available to them post GCSE, and encouraging them
to get into a College and find out what it can do for them.
Have a good Colleges Week 2012!
Best wishes
Caroline Neville
CALLS FOR ACTION
Inclusive and Active 2 –Growing Inclusive Sport within Your College
Inclusive and Active 2, the five year strategy that aims to create disability equality in sport, is
turning this idea into a reality. Developed by the Greater London Authority (GLA), NHS London
and Interactive, the strategy aims to:
• Change attitudes and raise awareness of sport for disabled people
• Ensure the disability sector has a key role in promoting and delivering inclusive
opportunities
• Improve and increase inclusive activity
• Make more people active
• Increase training and employment opportunities for disabled people
• Promote disability equality in sport amongst all sectors
To achieve these aims Interactive wants to work with Colleges to create an organisation-specific
'Inclusive and Active 2' action plan, comprising of a series of targeted outcomes that will result
in disabled students being able to access sport and physical activity opportunities of their
choice at the level of their choice. By becoming one of over 80 adopted organisations you will be
given expert advice on how to develop more accessible opportunities for your disabled
students, resources and guidance on how to engage with the local disabled community, access
to a network of adopted organisations including National Governing Bodies of Sport, local
authorities, disability organisations, local sport and leisure providers and access to online
disability Equality training for staff and volunteers that support delivery of sport and physical
activity.
Please encourage and support your students to access the opportunities of their choice, at the
level of their choice in the venue of their choice and get in touch with Laura Davies,
Relationship Manager at Interactive.
LONDON NEWS
London Colleges news
Bromley College students show off their entrepreneurial spirit
The College's Level 3 BTEC Business students worked together in groups to develop a business
start-up idea, company website and advert, before presenting their ideas to a panel of College
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directors. The first round saw six groups present their business ideas, which ranged from a
clothing recycling business to protective motorcycle clothing
and a drinks stand company.
After a busy morning of presentations, questions and
deliberations on Friday 26 October, the panel of judges chose
The Last Stand as the winning team. Aimed at the events
and festivals market, the drinks stand company would be
available to hire, serving a range of hot, cold and alcoholic
and non-alcoholic cocktails and drinks to the public.
Bromley College picture
The group of five winning students devised their company idea and then filmed their own
promotional advert for YouTube, set up their website and created a presentation to wow the
judges. They impressed the judges with their well thought out business plan, excellent research
and complementary samples. The winning group will now go onto the final of the Market
Maker Entrepreneurship competition, where they will compete against 20 finalists from 18
other Colleges at the Institute of Directors in London on Monday 12 November.
To read the full story please visit the London Colleges website.
GLA news
How will the Mayor deliver his Olympic legacy goals?
London's anti-gangs strategy needs beefing-up, says Assembly
UPCOMING EVENTS
AoC London Network Events and Dates for the Diary
• AoC London Heads of Sport Network, Monday 12 November.
• AoC London Business Development Managers Network, Wednesday 14 November.
• AoC Annual Conference and Exhibition 2012, 20-22 November.
• AoC London Marketing committee meeting/workshop, 27 November.
• AoC London Procurement Network, 28 November.
• AoC London Marketing Managers Network, 4 December
• AoC London Regional Committee, 6 December
• AoC London MPs Reception, 11 December
AoC Create News
Fully owned by the Association of Colleges, AoC Create is our commercial subsidiary, offering
a range of services for Colleges, including training, consultancy, events and recruitment
services. All income AoC Create generates is reinvested in the sector, providing additional
value for members.
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Please click here for their 2012-13 Events and Training Calendar which is packed with highly
topical events, training and workshops. The Create team will be at this month’s Annual
Conference and Exhibition at stand 56, and would love to see you there.
Next Wednesday (14th November 2012) AoC Create are hosting a
Workplace Investigations workshop in central London. The
programme has been designed with members of the AoC
employment team and developed based on feedback from member
Colleges, so delegates can be assured that the content will be
relevant, informative and thought-provoking.
The team are pleased that Darren Newman will again be delivering
the workshop. With 20 years' experience of advising, writing and lecturing on employment law,
Darren has a breadth and depth of expertise that is hard to match; he is also a familiar face in
the sector delivering AoC Create training and speaking at national events. AoC Create are able
on this occasion to offer a limited term discount of 30% for a second booking so please contact
the team direct to discuss packages available, or for any other enquiries.
For more information and to book online please visit our recently refreshed website.
GET A LINE ON AOC LONDON REGION MEETINGS
Recent meetings
Date Meetings/Events
7 November South Thames College visit (EB)
7 November Meeting with Paul Wakeling, Principal, Havering Sixth Form College (CN)
8 November ESOL workshop event (AoC/SFA/GLA/JCP) at City Hall (JS)
8 November AoC London Finance Directors’ Network (EB)
8 November London Councils/EFA/NATSPEC/AoC High Needs Students workshop (CN)
8 November Meeting with Julie Naldrett, Chair of Business Development Network (CN)
8 November GLA Part–Time jobs campaign event (JS)
9 November AoC Directors Strategy Meeting (CN)
Future meetings
Date Meetings/Events
12 November AoC London Heads of Sport Network, Eversheds (JS)
12 November Higher Educational Funding Council for England Workshop (CN)
13 November Excellence Awards event at Barking & Dagenham College (JS)
14 November London Consultative Group at the Institute of Education, University of London (CN)
14 November AoC London Business Development Managers’ meeting (CN, JS)
15 November New models of engagement for Colleges and the Financial Services sector Event (JS)
15 November Meeting with Maria Thompson, Principal Havering College of FE and HE (CN)
15 November ‘Havering Asks Event’, Havering College of FE and HE (CN)
16 November The Skills Show, NEC Birmingham (EB)
16 November Linking London HE in FE Meeting (JS)
20 November AoC Annual Conference & Exhibition, Birmingham (CN, JS, EB)
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21 November AoC Annual Conference & Exhibition, Birmingham (CN, JS)
22 November AoC Annual Conference & Exhibition, Birmingham (CN, JS)
23 November Skills London 2012 Event (JS, EB)
If you like to get more information about the AoCLR attended recent and future
meetings/events please contact Etha Taylor, AoC London Region Team Administrator.
CONTACTS
If you wish to contact the AoC London office to give feedback on this Bulletin, to request
additional information where we have offered it, or to provide suggested content for future
issues, please email Evelina Bagusyte.
Caroline Neville Judith Smyth
Regional Director Deputy Director
caroline.neville@aoc.co.uk judith.smyth@aoc.co.uk
Evelina Bagusyte Etha Taylor
Regional Co-ordinator Team Administrator
evelina.bagusyte@aoc.co.uk etha.taylor@aoc.co.uk
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