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Personal and Social Development for Sixth Form Students

Our Personal and Social Development (PSD) programme, in partnership with the King’s Trust, helps Sixth Form students build essential life skills, employability skills, and personal confidence. Delivered alongside your main vocational course, PSD prepares you for further education, work, and life after school, in a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

The aim of the PSD programme is to offer engaging and imaginative ways of supporting young people to:

  • Become confident individuals who are physically, emotionally, and socially healthy
  • Be responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to society and embrace change
  • Manage risk and look after their own wellbeing
Young student

How You Will Gain

Life skills for young people

Learn practical skills to communicate effectively, work well with others, and make informed decisions in everyday life.

Enrichment and community engagement

Take part in volunteering, events, and activities that connect you with local organisations, industries, and wider society.

Employability preparation

Develop teamwork, problem-solving, and professional communication skills that employers value.

Personal growth and resilience

Build confidence, independence, and a positive mindset through interactive workshops and real-world projects.

Digital and workplace skills

Gain confidence in using technology, online tools, and professional software to prepare for modern work environments.

A recognised Personal Development and Employability Skills qualification in partnership with the King’s Trust

How You Will Learn

PSD is delivered through a combination of classroom learning, collaboration with external partners, and educational visits, alongside opportunities to try new activities and take on personal challenges. Sessions are mandatory and form an essential part of your study programme

You will take part in a wide range of activities and opportunities, including:

Interactive workshops

Student celebrations and themed events

Voluntary projects and placements

Hands-on projects and community action training

Guest speakers from industry and the voluntary sector

Why It Matters

PSD is an integral part of your Sixth Form study programme at ELATT. Excellent enrichment and personal development support enhances student learning and leads to high levels of progression. By combining personal development with vocational training, you will graduate with recognised qualifications, real-world experience, and the confidence to take your next step, whether that’s university, an apprenticeship, or your first job. Our students have:

Volunteered at homeless shelters

Run campaigns with Citizens UK for employers to pay the London Living Wage

Worked in community gardens

Partnered with London Wildlife Trust and Headliners to raise awareness of environmental issues

Participated in mock trials at the Royal Courts of Justice and visited the Houses of Parliament

In addition, learners have gained work experience at Circle Collective, BT Sport, Inspire, Sopra Steria, and other local organisations. They have also collaborated with a local theatre company to produce short films on homelessness and community inclusion.

We actively encourage partnerships with local organisations to provide our learners with more opportunities to grow their skills, networks, and confidence.