Fashion Business Start-Up Alternative Provision

Alternative Provision, Business Start Up, Letchworth, Hertfordshire or online. A unique opportunity for neurodiverse young budding entrepreneurs to make their ideas come to life by create their own fashion brands; combing their passion for fashion and creativity with essential business skills in a supportive and accessible environment.

Course Duration

Schedule: Mon - Fri 10am - 2:30pm

Entry Requirements

We offer Level 1, 2 and 3 Course and also stop gaps, so something to suit everyone.

Creative

Our students are on alternative provision packages. They are incredibly creative young individuals with neurodiverse needs and unique learning challenges, many of whom experience high levels of anxiety.

Course Audience

We have been successful in helping young people that have been school or college unconfident gain a sense of purpose.

Passion

Aged 12- 25* (with * EHCP / from Year 7). All of our students are respectful, and accepting and want to feel a sense of belonging. All students have the desire to achieve, learn new skills and make friends along the way.

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We have been successful in helping young people that have been school or college unconfident gain a sense of purpose.We have been successful in helping young people that have been school or college unconfident gain a sense of purpose.

All The Info You Need To Know About Fashion Business Start-Up Alternative Provision

Fashion Business Start-Up Alternative Provision

Make Fashion My Future is part of a new alternative provision enterprise called Making My Future. This NCFE-accredited course offers a unique opportunity for neurodiverse young learners to make their ideas come to life by create their own fashion brands; combing their passion for fashion and creativity with essential business skills in a supportive and accessible environment. Specifically designed for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to establish their own venture, this course provides foundational knowledge and skills to help successfully launch their own business. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the critical steps involved in starting a business, including marketing strategies, legal considerations, and financial planning. The course also focuses on creating a detailed business plan, equipping learners with the tools necessary to turn their business ideas into reality. Tailored to meet the needs of neurodiverse individuals, the course is structured to provide a comfortable and confidence-building learning experience.

1

  • Enemy Of Boredom courses can be joined throughout the year (subject to availability)
  • The course is split into two paths:

1. Creating your own brand and launching your sales within the ‘Make Fashion My Future’ Online Store.

2. NCFE level 2 Business Start Up Qualification that allows you to gain all the skills to set yourself up self-employed.

  • Run weekly across the academic year.
  • 2 days a week 10 am until 2 pm
  • Can be online or In-house.
  • Specifically targeted at young learners interested in designing hoodies, t-shirts, bags, and hats.
  • Referrals can be taken at any point across the year.
  • NCFE qualification in business start-up or Team Leading.
  • Work on a real business project throughout the year.
  • MMF will fund and supply the equipment and clothing for printing students designs.

2

We have been successful in helping young people that have been school or college unconfident gain a sense of purpose and in-turn, re-engage and gain an Enemy Of Boredom qualification.

3

By understanding the mechanics of how a business is created and by teaching the skills needed to create your own product we help our students feel confident and valued.

4

  • Students can progress through the levels at EOB to strengthen their future prospects
  • Level 1 students can progress to Level 2
  • Level 2 students can apply to college
  • Level 3 students can apply for University if a Diploma is studied or they take on a foundation year at Uni.

 

The majority of our students are neurodiverse and the thought of transitions can send them into ‘shutdown’ due to anxiety and feeling overwhelmed. We therefore have to approach transitions carefully. As such we work hard with the parents, case workers and referral partners on an individual basis to support the student’s progression ensuring it is the best fit for them and handled sensitively.

However, for the whole setting, we offer career days on 3 dates per year and house partner companies to talk about careers and job opportunities. We have links to Universities and have overview days with them. We also identify routes for employment and talk these through with students across the academic year.

Students' Design Work Samples
Students’ Comments About The Start-Up Business Course
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Student T

I am really enjoying the course and the environment as there are less people and I can cope better. My tutor is friendly, patient and kind. My previous experiences at school were traumatic and unable to cope in the school environment. 

Level 2 Games Design Student

My EOB experience has been overwhelmingly positive and accommodating. My complex mental and physical needs have been met and every step has been taken to make sure I am comfortable. 

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Ex-Student and now Technical Support Assistant at EOB

My time with EOB has been GREAT! Good tutors who have helped me set my path in the right direction. EOB has helped me to be more positive and it’s been a fun experience.

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Student TW

Emeny Of Boredom have also supported me to develop socially and have provided many options to boost my confidence and motivation. 

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