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Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) 

Discover the range of programmes designed for learners with learning difficulties or disabilities. 
 
We understand everyone has different needs, so we work closely with parents and students to enable them to select the right programme. 

Our courses are designed to help students reach their full potential and enhance their life skills. Our specialist pathways develop the confidence, skills and knowledge needed to progress into independent living, employment or further study.  

Students have opportunities to take part in food preparation, IT, communication and team building activities. They will also develop their Maths and English skills and take qualifications in functional skills or GCSEs if appropriate. 

The majority of our students will be fully integrated into College life. Students on our SEND courses are invited to take part in a range of College activities including sports, the annual Freshers’ Fair and Job Fair. 

Skills students may develop 

  •   Art & Enterprise 
  •   Communication Skills
  •   Computer Skills  
  •   Employability Skills 
  •   Healthy Living Skills 
  •   Independent Living Skills
  •   Numeracy & Literacy 
  •   Team Work 

Our Foundation Learning Team

The SEND team works closely with parents and students to develop specialist programmes. The team includes specialist tutors and assistants who are on hand to support students. 

Our Facilities

Our Foundation Learning Suite provides a fun, inclusive environment for students to develop their social and life skills. Dedicated spaces for Foundation Learning include the Orbital Café, an Immersive Suite, a designated horticultural garden and a purpose-built training flat that supports independent living programmes.

Students also have access to the wider college facilities, including the Learning Resource Centre, IT suite, Summer Garden, Art Room, Gym, and Sports Hall, supporting integration with the wider college community.

Courses Available

Personal Progress Entry Level 1
The course is an Edexcel accredited programme for students aged 16 –24 with Special Education Needs (SEN). The course is offered to students who…
16-24 year olds
Full Time
Level 1
September 2026
34 weeks
LEAP Level 1
UNITS/TOPICS COVERED:• Personal Development • Assertiveness and Confidence Building• Volunteering• Citizenship• Digital…
16-24 year olds
Full Time
Level 1
September 2026
34 weeks
Skills for Work Entry Level 3
This course is a programme for students aged 16-24 with Special Education Needs (SEN). The course is designed to provide students with the…
16-24 year olds
Full Time
Level 3
September 2026
34 weeks
Skills for Work Entry Level 2
This course is a programme for students aged 16-24 with Special Education Needs (SEN). The course is designed to provide students with the…
16-24 year olds
Full Time
Level 2
September 2026
34 weeks
Supported Internship
The Supported Internship is a programme designed to develop the skills required for students with SEN to access employment and to find meaningful…
16-24 year olds
Full Time
Level 1
September 2026
34 weeks
Skills For Independence Entry Level 2
The course is a LASER accredited programme for students aged 16 –24 with Special Education Needs (SEN). The course is designed to help students…
16-24 year olds
Full Time
Level Entry 2
September 2026
Preparation for Work Entry Level 3
The course is a LASER accredited programme for students aged 16 –24 with Special Education Needs (SEN). This course is designed to provide students…
16-24 year olds
Full Time
Level Entry 3
September 2026
34 weeks
Skills for Work Level 1
The course is a LASER accredited programme for students aged 16 –24 with Special Education Needs (SEN). The course is designed to help students…
16-24 year olds
Full Time
Level 1
September 2026
34 weeks
Skills for Independence Level 1
The course is a LASER accredited programme for students aged 16 –24 with Special Education Needs (SEN). The course is designed to help students…
16-24 year olds
Full Time
Level 1
September 2026
34 weeks
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