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We have a range of programmes that have been developed for students who need additional support to help them prepare for life after college or future college courses. 

All of our courses have small groups, learning support assistants to help you at all times, flexible programmes to meet individual goals and access to specialist technical facilities and an after-college club. 

To help you settle into the college and to make sure the course is right for you, we will arrange visits and taster days before the start at college. 

Your study programmes

Learning Opportunities 

Learning Opportunities is perfect for you if you need additional support to help you prepare for life after College or future courses with us.

Supported Internships

Our Supported Internships are for students aged 18 to 24, with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and an EHCP (Education and Health Care Plan), who want to move into sustainable employment and need extra support to do so.

Entry Level Learning Programmes

We offer a wide range of entry level learning programmes, designed to suit different interests, strengths and career goals. These include:

  • Work and Independence – building the everyday skills, routines and confidence needed to live and work independently
  • Technical Tasters – short, hands-on introductions to a variety of practical and vocational subjects, helping you discover what you enjoy and where your talents lie
  • Pathway to Employment – focused support to prepare you for the world of work, including job-readiness, applications and workplace expectations
  • Retail, Catering and Business – practical, industry-relevant experience in customer service, food preparation and business basics

All courses are delivered in small, supportive groups, giving you the space and encouragement to develop your independence, work skills, confidence and personal skills, alongside English and maths.

We understand that choosing the right path isn’t always easy, so we’ll work closely with you, through discussion, taster sessions and one-to-one guidance, to help you decide which course best matches your interests and supports your next steps.


Your course could include:

  • Technical subjects such as catering, animal care, sports, childcare, art and design, gardening and woodwork
  • Supported work placements 
  • Independent living skills-cooking and travel training 
  • Enterprise projects

There will be a high level of support to work with you individually to reach your potential and help you progress on to another course. Get ready for the next educational step in a supportive environment, designed for you.

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