How is participation recognised and rewarded?

Children are encouraged to progress through the national certification scheme based on their number of hours of attendance throughout their involvement with the Children's University ™ . Initially, they will aim to gain a Bronze certificate, awarded for 30 hours of attendance. Thereafter, a Silver is awarded for achieving 65 hours of attendance, and a Gold for 100 hours of attendance.

Children aged 7-14 who are members of the national CU can use their 'Passport To Learning' in validated 'Learning Destinations' to work towards national CU certificates awarded through their Children's University.

Graduation at Brunel University

West London Academy holds its annual CU Graduation at Brunel University where children who are eligible to graduate attend with their families and friends and Academy staff. This is a formal occasion where children wear full academic gowns and mortar boards as part of their graduation ceremony and celebration reception.


For more information about the national Children’s University see: www.childrensuniversity.co.uk