Applied Learning Programme

Westwood Distinctive Programmes

APPLIED LEARNING PROGRAMME

Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship (ISE)

Innovation & Social Entrepreneurship (ISE)
Developing Future-Ready Problem Solvers

At Westwood Secondary School, our Applied Learning Programme empowers students to solve real-world problems through design thinking, entrepreneurship, and sustainability initiatives, building confidence, creativity, and purpose.

About

Westwood’s Applied Learning Programme (ALP) in Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship (ISE) develops students into innovative and enterprising individuals who are ready to tackle real-world challenges.

Through a design thinking approach, students learn to:

• Empathise with users

• Identify meaningful problems

• Develop and test solutions

Students build key 21st Century Competencies (21CC) such as:

• Adaptive Thinking

• Communication

• Collaboration

Learning goes beyond the classroom through authentic experiences, allowing students to apply their learning in meaningful ways.

Development

Foundation

• Introduction to Design Thinking

• Real-world problem solving

• Basic entrepreneurship concepts

Key Programmes:

• Sec 1 Sustainability Challenge

• Sec 2 Entrepreneurship Challenge

Advanced Development 

• Industry partnerships & mentorship

• Competitions & advanced projects

• Sustainability initiatives

• E-portfolio development 

Some Programme Highlights 

• Real-world sustainability challenges 

• Entrepreneurship and Pitching

• Learning Journeys and Content Creation

Desired Outcomes

Students will:

• Develop an innovative and enterprising mindset

• Apply design thinking to solve problems

• Communicate ideas confidently and effectively

• Demonstrate adaptive thinking

• Take initiative in creating impact for others

• Build a strong portfolio for future pathways

Selection Criteria

We are looking for students who:

• Are curious and willing to try new ideas

• Show interest in real-world issues (e.g. sustainability)

• Can work well in teams

• Have good communication skills

• Are interested in innovation and entrepreneurship

• Display good character and conduct