STARS Students at Risk Alison Marquand Dearne Valley College
Rationale A coherent and co-ordinated approach to the identification and support of students at risk An effective internal communication system Able to track progress and outcomes for students at risk at whole college level STARs is a critical element of the college’s approach to ESM
When are STARs identified? Pre-entry - during admissions interview process - self disclosure - via liaison with school Enrolment - self disclosure - standard questions On programme - Tutorial assistants/Programme tutors - self disclosure - change of circumstances
How are STARs identified? Health /Disability Living situation including family issues Counselling Outside commitments Behaviour issues/concerns Criminal conviction, reprimand, caution Education issues Equality and diversity
How are STARs supported? Tutorial assistants/Programme tutors ALS Safeguarding Officer Disability Officer Student Services Centre team - Counselling - Student Finance - Careers IAG/progression advice