UFA is a national educational charity. Since 1996, we have worked with over 750,000 young people and 6,000 adults in 50 regions, to create inspiring learning for all. UFA has also worked with groups in Jamaica and Australia. The UFA network unlocks the potential of young people.
UFA means... I take charge of my own learning I value learning with others
UFA Lead Learners
I am curious and enjoy learning for its own sake I can transfer learning to different contexts I can be comfortable with
We raise aspirations across schools, homes and communities by creating transformational learning experiences. We inspire and equip young people AND the adults that support them to become confident individuals, successful learners and responsible leaders. “The range of activities employed in the UFA sessions develop the skills (concentration, perseverance, memory, communication, teamwork etc) that enable students to become more successful and independent learners. The reflection and modelling techniques used helps students see what they have achieved and reinforces the positive rewards gained from learning which helps motivate them to pursue further learning opportunities.”
complexity and subtlety I can thrive on challenge, and seek creative solutions I am resilient and resourceful I am open and generous I am reflective I act ethically
Learning with the UFA Learning to know Learning to do Learning to be Learning to live with each other
(Teacher in the role of Supporting Adult)
21st century learning: THE TREASURE WITHIN (UNESCO)
“There has been measurable change in my classroom; the Lead Learners have influenced peers to change attitudes to learning.” (UFA Supporting Adult)
“The UFA was a life-changing experience that has continued to have a huge impact on my learning.”
TRANSFORMING
LEARNING
(Lead Learner) UFA St.Paul’s Cottages 59/60 Water Street The Jewellery Quarter Birmingham B3 1EP 0121 212 9838 0121 212 9585 info@ufa.org.uk www.ufa.org.uk
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Lead Learners
“The students who attend the Y11 study revision club are being invigorated by the way the Lead Learners communicate with them. The students have been inspired to take responsibility for their own development.” (Supporting Adult)
About the Lead Learner training
Lead Learners lead activities for others. This is a 3 day training programme for young people aged 11+ to gain the skills and confidence to set up, run and evaluate mainstream and extra-curricular learning activities for other young people. They become positive role models, motivating their peers to participate in learning activities and often inspiring them to take on leadership roles themselves. Organisations who value young people’s voice are able to provide genuine
leadership opportunities in schools and community settings through this programme. Benefits for young people:
• Raised aspirations, achievement, attainment, motivation, attendance and improved behaviour attitudes to education. • Ability to plan, run and evaluate high quality mainstream and/or extra-curricular learning activity. • Increased awareness about the process of learning and how to motivate peers to enjoy learning. • Develop skills in project management, action planning, extending thinking and problem solving skills, representing a collective view, giving effective presentations, giving and receiving constructive feedback, being in the role of consultant/adviser and setting and achieving personal learning targets. • Develop understanding of inclusive participation and the value of self-reflection and evaluation. • Increased self-confidence, confidence and ability to lead others and work well in a team.
What’s in the course? • Understanding the role of a Lead Learner and the Supporting Adult. Outcomes for Supporting Adults: • Greater understanding of their role as a • Exploring positive effective ways to work together. supporter, coach and facilitator of young • Planning sessions well for all learners. people. • Developing an evaluation strategy using UFA’s Young • Improved relationships with young Evaluator’s Toolkit. people. • Developing an understanding of effective learning • Enhanced aspirations for young people. and how to provide a positive learning environment. • Ability to support Lead Learners to plan, • Daily target setting and reviewing of own learning. run and evaluate high quality learning • Trying something new to experience being activity. challenged as a learner and understand what • Broader understanding and repertoire support learners need. of learning processes to engage young • Considering responses to scenarios Lead Learners people. may need to deal with. • Increased awareness of the value of • Presenting project plans for next steps. providing young people with leadership opportunities. Cost
Lead Practitioner
Direct delivery
Co - delivery
3 Day course - we work with up to 25 young people directly.
4 Day course (3 with young people 1 Day course - we work with + 1 with staff) - we work with adults adults to train them to deliver the peer trainer course. alongside young people. £145 pp (14 min, locally) £ 5150
£3675
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This programme is interactive and experiential, with Lead Learners and their Supporting Adults working together to develop their plans for learning activities for their peers.
For more information about our training programmes, please telephone
0121 212 9838 or email
info@ufa.org.uk