The Foundation Studies department provides further education for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, who are aged between 16 – 25 years. The three pathways are designed to provide a personalised learning programme that will support learners with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. Please speak to a member of the team to see if this opportunity might be right for you.
The sessions we offer are designed to provide a personalised learning programme for every student.
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Support is made available to enable equal access to our courses by students who have learning difficulties and/or disabilities. We are able to assess individual needs and advise on matters concerning the welfare, education and social development of our students.
We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and friendly atmosphere. This comes from the strong relationships which exist between staff and students creating a college community where each person is valued and can flourish. |
Students follow individual timetables that have been designed specifically to suit the students abilities and areas of interest. The programmes are intended to develop both independent living and employment related skills, in a wide range of vocational and academic subjects.
Students follow individual timetables that have been designed specifically to suit the students abilities and areas of interest. The programmes are intended to develop both independent living and employment related skills, in a wide range of vocational and academic subjects.
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Foundation Studies
STUDENT
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Callum is a pleasure to teach his progression in the last two years in Foundation Studies has been second to none. He has worked hard in his catering course developing his skills, knowledge and understanding of the catering industry. In addition to excelling in his course he has sourced a work placement in a local café, where his feedback from employers is outstanding. He is committed to his progression at college always striving to be the best he can be. He is currently working towards his GCSEs which is a huge milestone. This student is a valued member of our department. Callum always goes above and beyond staying behind to help at open evenings, transition events and such much more. |
Programme Management Awards
Megan P - Pathway to Vocational award winner 2025
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Huge congratulations to the Programme Management - Pathway to Vocational award winner Megan P..
Megan has been chosen because her ownership and responsibility towards her course have improved and she is thriving. She has shown great maturity facing challenges throughout her time at college and her improvement since starting has not gone unnoticed. Keep up the good work Megan, we're so proud of you! |
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Huge congratulations to the Programme Management - Pathway to Independence award winner Chantelle J.
Chantelle had a harder time than some settling into college. However, she started to mature and progress quickly. We are so impressed by her skills and improved resilience. She is an absolute pleasure to have in the classroom and tries to overachieve in every class. Well done Chantelle, we're very proud of you! |
Chantelle J - Pathway to Independence award winner 2025
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Our learning pathways
There are three pathways that are designed to provide a personalised learning programme.
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They are: Pathway to Independence: This is focused on preparing students for adulthood and developing a range of key skills to help them live as independently as possible. This pathway is designed for students who progress from specialist schools with small class sizes. Pathway to Progression: This pathway has more of an academic element and has a large focus on employability. Students will have the opportunity to visit various businesses in the workplace and develop practical work experience. Pathway to Vocation: This is for students who want to continue to progress in college. This pathway focuses on vocational skills and includes Maths & English embedded up to GCSE level. |
Support Available: Personal Tutors Additional Learning Support Health & Wellbeing Team Careers Advice Employability Team EHCP Co-ordinators Work Placement Officer |
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