The focus of the curriculum is to ensure that every student is equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in an ever-changing world. We recognise that learning beyond the classroom is equally as important as the time students spend in lessons with their teachers.

Every student has a mentor who is responsible for supporting their behaviour and pastoral development outside of lessons. During break and lunchtime, all members of the Pastoral Care Team are present to provide positive role models, demonstrate appropriate ways to interact and engage in a range of situations, and identify and address any barriers that may prevent students from making progress.

To provide students with a well-rounded educational experience, they follow a range of core subjects alongside a selection of option choices. On Thursdays, students follow a more vocational timetable, giving them the opportunity to explore a wider range of subjects and develop practical skills. On Fridays, students have the opportunity to further develop their interests, skills and confidence through a selection of enrichment activities.

Students can also use Thursdays and Fridays to participate in work experience placements, helping to prepare them for the world of work and develop a greater understanding of the expectations and responsibilities associated with employment.

It is this balance of academic, vocational and pastoral development that has enabled RVC students to achieve significant success. The skills, confidence and strategies developed during their time at RVC provide a strong foundation for students to succeed when they return to mainstream education and progress into post-16 pathways.