Education Pathways — Building Strong Futures
Accredited qualifications, personalised support, and clear progression routes for post-16 students.
Our Approach
At Futures Academy, we know that education unlocks opportunity. Many of our learners arrive having struggled in mainstream, but with the right support, they can achieve and progress.
We provide accredited qualifications, small-group learning, and 1:1 mentoring — ensuring every student leaves with outcomes that open doors to further education, apprenticeships, and employment.
Our Curriculum Offer
Delivered across our sites in Leytonstone, Olympic Park, UEL, and online, our curriculum includes:
GCSE English & Maths Resits
- Delivered online and supported in-person
- Essential for progression into further study and employment
Functional Skills (English & Maths, Entry – Level 2)
- Flexible qualification route for learners not yet ready for GCSEs
- Builds confidence in literacy and numeracy
BTEC Sport (Certificate & Diploma)
- Vocational qualification in sports performance and coaching
- Links directly with our Football Academy and Sports Apprenticeship pathways
NCFE Employability Skills
- Prepares learners for the workplace with practical skill development
- Focus areas: CV writing, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving
ASDAN Short Courses
- Personal Development, Citizenship, and Careers
- Tailored for young people to build life skills and independence
How We Teach
We keep learning accessible, relevant, and personalised.
- Individual Learning Plans (ILPs): Created for each student at entry
- Small groups: Max cohort of 20 students, ensuring tailored support
- Blended delivery: Classroom teaching, online learning, and applied projects
- Weekly reporting: Attendance and progress shared with parents & commissioners
- Mentoring integration: Every student has access to pastoral and academic mentoring
Progression Routes
Our education pathways are designed to be stepping stones, not stop gaps. Students progress into:
- Further Education: Level 2 or 3 courses at college
- Apprenticeships & Traineeships: Both with partner providers and in-house Level X pathways
- Employment: Direct access to roles in sports, coaching, media, and beyond
We ensure that no student leaves without a clear, positive destination.
Safeguarding in Education
Education at Futures Academy is built on a foundation of safeguarding and inclusion.
- DSL: Micah Watson Gayle | DDSL: Jamie Sanneh
- Aligned with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025
- EHCP support and SEND provision coordinated with Local Authorities
- Attendance tracked daily; unexplained absences escalated within 24 hours
- Supportive interventions for behaviour, wellbeing, and resilience