The Department of Education has launched Western Australia’s first Mini Woolies program at Cannington Community Education Support Centre.
Set up in a renovated school shed, the innovative program simulates a real Woolworths’ supermarket, complete with working cash registers, shelving, grocery items and uniforms.
The learning and educational tool will support students with disabilities by providing hands-on experience in money-handling, store receipts and the bagging of items.
In a statement, the Department said students from Years 10-to-12 will develop their numeracy, literacy, communication and problem-solving skills in a real-world setting, and learn workplace finance and business skills.
“The positive experiences and skills the students will learn at the Mini Woolies will support their preparation for entering a workplace,” the Department said.
Minister for Education and Training, Sue Ellery said the Mini Woolies was a fantastic initiative “and I am keen to see the outcomes for students at Cannington Community Education Support Centre”.
“Participants will build on the numeracy, literacy and communication skills that they’ve learnt in class and get a head-start for their future employment,” Ms Ellery said.
“Programs like this ensure all students get the chance to learn and develop practical life skills that they can take with them when they leave school.”
