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Hear firsthand from a Headteacher about their Gen+ experience.
Discover how you can preview some of the programme with your pupils this April.
Essential skills for learning, work and life
Our Gen+ programme is built upon 9 key meta-skills, also known as “learning to learn” skills, these are timeless and transferable skills that empower people to face new challenges and succeed in any area of learning, work and life.
Resilience
Tackle challenges and bounce back from failures with a growth mindset and support systems.
Organisation
Reduce stress, prioritise goals & manage cognitive load with a tidy space, timetable & mind.
Collaboration
Improve team working and problem-solving skills by identifying strengths, sharing feedback & praise, and practising kindness.
Initiative
Take action in your communities and become more self-confident with reasonable risk-taking & effective decision-making.
Creativity
Feel empowered to imagine and create with curiosity and an open mind.
Communication
Use verbal and non-verbal techniques to convey emotion effectively and listen actively.
Critical Thinking
Analyse ideas, ask thoughtful questions, and consider unique perspectives to problem-solve and make decisions.
Leadership
Build a leadership tool-kit and acknowledge your capacity for values-based leadership in moments big and small.
Adaptability
Handle changes or challenges with ease, adjusting flexibly, changing course and embracing new situations.
World-leading digital learning programmes
How does it work?
Gen+ provides a comprehensive meta-skills education through two unique programmes for both learners P6-S3 and their teachers.
GEN+ Learn
For learners
Designed for learners aged 9-14, our Learn programme combines digital and in-person learning for an engaging, blended experience.
Complement curriculum
An easy-to-implement programme designed to complement existing curriculum.
Gamified interaction
Learners strive to earn badges through a gamified, interactive learning approach.
Integrated assessment
Skills assessments that help learners, teachers & carers understand and articulate progress at-a-glance.
GEN+ Teach
For teachers
Our Teach programme offers a library of bespoke resources to support continual professional development across the whole school.
Bespoke materials
Access to exclusive workshops and certificate programming with the University of Strathclyde.
Align school CLPL
Microlearning media and digital reflections portfolio make it easy to align & anchor CLPL across school staff.
Crafted with expertise
Expert cross-sector contributors bring to Gen+ Teach the best and latest in education, tech & business.
Curious to know more?
View our full programme prospectus for all the details.
Ferryden Primary
Angus
Gourock Primary
Inverclyde
St Michael’s Primary
Inverclyde
St Patrick’s Primary
Inverclyde
St Ninians Primary
Inverclyde
Kilmacolm Primary
Inverclyde
Inverkip Primary
Inverclyde
Greenbrae Primary
Aberdeen
Westpark Primary
Aberdeen
Muirfield Primary School
Aberdeen
Cornhill Primary
Aberdeen
Newark Primary
Inverclyde
St George’s Primary
Glasgow City
Saint Bride’s Primary
Glasgow City
Merrylee Primary
Glasgow City
Wallacestone Primary
Falkirk
Maddiston Primary
Falkirk
Mearns Primary
East Renfrewshire
Kirkhill Primary
East Renfrewshire
Eaglesham Primary
East Renfrewshire
Calderwood Lodge Primary
East Renfrewshire
Rosebank Primary
Dundee
Glebelands Primary
Dundee
Kirkgunzeon Primary
Dumfries & Galloway
Dalbeattie Primary
Dumfries & Galloway
Redwell Primary
Clackmannanshire
Whitehills Primary School
Angus
Timmergreens Primary
Angus
Tealing Primary
Angus
Maisondieu Primary
Angus
Liff Primary
Angus
Langlands Primary School
Angus
Isla Primary School
Angus
Smithycroft Secondary
Glasgow City
Hayshead Primary
Angus
Bramble Brae Primary School
Aberdeen
Burnside Primary
Angus
St Columba’s High School
Inverclyde
Cardinal Newman High School
North Lanarkshire
St Ninian’s High School Giffnock
East Renfrewshire
St Kentigern’s Academy
West Lothian
Moffat Academy
Dumfries & Galloway
Lockerbie Academy
Dumfries & Galloway
Cumbernauld Academy
North Lanarkshire
Airdrie Academy
North Lanarkshire
Lornshill Academy
Clackmannanshire
Alva Academy
Clackmannanshire
Alloa Academy
Clackmannanshire
St Modan’s High School
Stirling
Sinclair Academy
West Lothian
Port Glasgow High
Inverclyde
Notre Dame High
Inverclyde
Clydeview Academy
Inverclyde
St.Stephen’s High
Inverclyde
Bellahouston Academy
Glasgow City
Shawlands Academy
Glasgow City
Hillpark Secondary
Glasgow City
Braes High
Falkirk
Mearns Castle High
East Renfrewshire
Barrhead High
East Renfrewshire
Bishopbriggs Academy
East Dunbartonshire
St. Ninian’s High Kirkintilloch
East Dunbartonshire
Doon Academy
East Ayrshire
Craigie High
Dundee City
Braeview Academy
Dundee City
Morgan Academy
Dundee City
Dalbeattie High
Dumfries and Galloway
North West Community
Dumfries and Galloway
Dyce Academy
Aberdeen City
Bridge of Don Academy
Aberdeen City
Northfield Academy
Aberdeen City
Trusted by schools across Scotland
Our programme is the go-to in meta-skills education for an increasing number of schools across Scotland, currently adopted in 6 local authority areas.
“We are thrilled to be building a meta-skills curriculum with the Gen+ programme. As educational leaders, our top priority is to equip our students with the essential skills they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.”
Stuart Clark,
Head Teacher at Mearns Castle High School
Here to equip and inspire the next generation
Gen+ launched in 2020, driven by the mission to fill the gap in the curriculum by focusing on essential leadership and personal skills. We’re revolutionising education, equipping the next generation with the tools they need to thrive and succeed.
FAQs
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Don’t hesitate to reach out for more information!
- Which subject/faculty delivers the lessons?The lessons can be delivered across any subject area of the curriculum, including PSHE, Wider-Achievement or DYW. We believe that skills acquisition and knowledge apply cross-curricularly.
Our primary Explorer programme has flexibility for lessons to fit within specific subjects, themes and topics, as part of a project or as part of the more general Health and Wellbeing curriculum.
Those lessons specifically aimed at supporting the transition to secondary school process, can form part of the wider transition programme with delivery in both the primary and secondary school settings, as the individual school / cluster see most suitable. - Are the lessons inclusive for all levels and abilities?Our lessons and resources are accessed via our Web App. The lessons are interactive and engaging and pitched to inspire thought and challenge the pupils appropriately through the use of accessible language and visuals. Resources can be completed as printed worksheets or through software including OneNote. The lessons are classroom facilitated and designed to be teacher-led.
- How much lesson time does the programme need to be allocated on the timetable?
Our Explorer programme includes 6 core lessons focused on key meta-skills for P6 and P7, plus 2 additional lessons to support the P7–S1 transition, totalling 8 lessons, with more in development.
In secondary, our Trailblazer (S1) and Gamechanger (S2) courses each include 3 units of 4 lessons, plus an introduction and wrap-up — 14 lessons per year. The project-based S3 course includes 10 lessons.
Altogether, the secondary programme offers 38 flexible lessons, ideally delivered weekly and linked to your whole-school skills framework or IDL projects.
Each lesson takes 40–50 minutes, however teachers can use the elements most relevant to their setting.
- Is the programme open to both local authority and private schools?Both state-funded and independent schools can deliver the programme. The only requirements are enthusiasm for skills and personal development in your pupils!
- Can my primary school get involved if our associated/linked high school is not running the programme?Of course!
- How can my school get involved?You can find out more by contacting us here.
- Is there a cost to the school/LA?There is, this is a flat fee per annum based on the size of your school roll. Secondary Schools: based on S1-S3 combined roll o SEC A: <250 pupils = £750 per annum o SEC B: <500 pupils = £1500 per annum o SEC C: >500 pupils = £2000 per annum Primary schools: based on P6-P7 combined roll o PRI A: <50 pupils = £150 o PRI B: <100 pupils = £200 o PRI C: <250 pupils = £250
- How does Gen+ select schools to work with?Individual schools can make an approach to us either directly or via their local authority. We have a mission to engage with schools across the country, from all 32 local authorities, thereby offering all pupils the opportunity to participate in the programme.
- How does the programme help schools fulfil the SDS (Skills Development Scotland) Skills 4.0 agenda?Each of the nine key meta-skill principles central to the programme have been identified through Skills 4.0 as essential for the future workforce. By delivering this programme, schools can easily embed a skills development framework into their curriculum to complement existing provisions and projects. Pupils will become familiar with consistent skills language and grow in confidence of their knowledge, understanding and ability to articulate and demonstrate these skills.
- Are meta-skills not already taught in schools?Most schools have either an established or developing skills framework however there is no standard curriculum for skills development at present. At both Scottish Government and local authority level, this has been identified as a priority, to complement the existing work of Education Scotland, the Curriculum for Excellence, Skills Development Scotland, and Developing the Young Workforce.
Many projects and programmes do currently exist which develop meta-skills within pupils, but they are mostly extra-curricular, not a part of core teaching and learning, which is where our lessons sit.
- I’m not a teacher. How can I still get involved with Gen+ Teach?We offer a variety of opportunities for non-educators to contribute to Gen+ Teach. Perhaps you are a business or tech leader who would like to contribute your skills knowhow to teachers through an article or a webinar? Please reach out to hello@genplus.co.uk if you would like to get involved.
- How do I gain access to Gen+ Teach Library?All staff at Gen+ schools have access to the Gen+ Teach library through their school logins, including support for learning and non-teaching staff. When you login, you will see the Gen+ Teach Library dashboard.
- Will my school require ICT devices to run the programme or can it be delivered offline?Teachers require access to ICT to access learning and teaching resources, however learners can participate using printed resources or complete using software including OneNote.
- How do I gain access to the Gen+ app as a teacher?Your school’s lead teacher will register on behalf of the school and invite other teachers by email. Once invited, you’ll create a password and gain full access for the year.