15th Oct 2008
Monmouthshire 14-19 network has developed a three-stage ‘pyramid’ model for delivering learning coaching. This will focus the work of Recognised and Accredited Learning Coaches on those who need most intensive coaching while still providing support for those who need it less.
Stage 1 – for all
The coaching will consist of individual, paired or group coaching once or twice a term. This will be linked to whole school learning reviews and target setting, as well as parents’ evenings and target setting days. It could be carried out by personal tutors in colleges or form tutors in schools, or other professionals such as learning support assistants or careers advisers. Although not Recognised Learning Coaches, those involved will have had enhanced training to carry out the function.
Stage 2 – for some
Coaching will be for individuals or in pairs at least once or twice a term, with access to ‘drop in’ support as and when required. This coaching could be carried out by Recognised Learning Coaches or others who have had enhanced training to carry out the function. Examples could be school progress leaders, school or college support and guidance staff, learning support assistants, Youth Gateway mentors or college learning advisers.
Stage 3 – for the few
This is specialist one-to-one coaching that occurs frequently, perhaps as often as once a week. All such coaching will be provided by Recognised or Accredited Learning Coaches.
Learning Coaches
Centre for Lifelong Learning, University of Glamorgan
Pontypridd, Wales UK. CF37 1DL