What do teachers think?

YASS is now successfully running in over 90 schools in 

 "The variety of subjects attracted me to the scheme; some modules sound really interesting and are quite niche subject areas.  The YASS scheme allows a bridge to university through independent study, making the pupils get used to online study.’ 
(Andrea McCabe, YASS coordinator, St Matthews Academy)

My school cannot offer many Advanced Highers to pupils so I thought the YASS scheme would be ideal  for engaging and stretching my S6 pupils and introducing them to HE level independent study, broadening their experiences at the same time.’
(Mary Mulholland, YASS coordinator, Our Lady’s High School)

‘OU study makes the pupils stand out from the crowd and gives them a great opportunity to try something new.  It has turned our S6 timetable programme into something more productive’
(Mary Mulholland, YASS coordinator, Our Lady’s High School)

‘The learning materials that the students get are first-class.  Materials can make or break a course and the OU materials are excellent, very user-friendly and professional.  The range of modules available through YASS is also a plus point. 
(Paul Reynolds, YASS coordinator, Lochaber High School)

‘The scheme means that the school can offer something in to S6, especially for those who have already gained the required qualifications for university in their S5.  It gives the pupils a chance to build on their independent study skills and experience higher education.’
(Lyn Brown, YASS coordinator, Grangemouth High School) 
 

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