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Derby Children's University Celebration Event on July 12th marks the end of not only a unique pilot scheme , but also 5 years during which time Lottery funding has afforded schools city wide the opportunity to complement and enhance their own individual Out of Lesson Time Learning programmes.
In Derby we recognised the need to create a mechanism that had the potential to recognise every childs achievements by applying a more structured framework with clear outcomes.
Children self assess whilst also working towards achieving clear identifiable ' learning outcomes set out in the focussed verified modules.
13 schools participated in the pilot programme during the last academic year representing all age phases and abilities across Derby City .
Many more schools have either come on board or expressed interest in becoming a part of this initiative indicative of the value placed on showing that all aspects of a child's developing skills, interests and abilities are important and should be acknowledged and celebrated.
Wednesday July 12th will be an opportunity for centres and their partners to showcase and also the `Graduation' Ceremony for our first cohort of Derby Children's University students.
Quote from a school participating in the pilot scheme:
"Derby Children's University is a brilliant initiative with many positive outcomes for our children and our school is proud to be a part of this ever growing experience."
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