Additional Learning Support

All local authorities have to publish information and guidance on what services and provisions are available for children and young people with SEN and/or a disability.

To find out more about what provision and services are available, contact us today or visit the link and browse the information. You can also contact the local authority for information on services beyond what we offer at Oldham College.

https://www.oldham.gov.uk/info/200368/children_and_young_people_with_special_educational_needs_and_disabilities

How can my son/daughter attend Oldham College? Oldham College is committed to delivering the provision of the Children and Families Act 2014. We embrace our statutory duty to fulfil our obligations under the SEND Code of Practice for those ages up to 25 and are committed to making every effort to meet learners needs. At College we run regular open days to provide opportunities to visit the campus, talk to the specialised curriculum tutors and see the high class facilities available. Parent and Carers are always welcome to visit the College before making a decision about a placement. Once a placement is agreed, we will work with the young person, family, carers and school to arrange a personalised transition plan.

We work with schools throughout the academic year to support any identified learners who will require transition from School to College in Yr. 11 or 13. A member of the team will visit the school to discuss and arrange a personal transition plan and special interview arrangements to ensure that learners are familiar with staff and the college environment in preparation for their start date. Learners who declare a learning difficulty and/or disability are invited into the College for a support interview with a Learning Support Officer to discuss their support needs in more detail. Once an application has been made, the young person will be invited in to attend a course interview to discuss their chosen course of study. The Programme Coaches will monitor the progression of the young person and will set personalised targets to support their achievement.

How will the learner be transported to Oldham College? The learner may have had transport provided by the local authority to attend school previously, but this can be dependent upon the distance from home and whether the young person is capable of travelling independently. If there is a need for this transport to be provided for the learner to come to college, parents/carers will need to liaise with the local authority education transport department to make a new application for transport. For those young people who are able to become independent travellers, they may be provided with travel training either by their current school or college staff during their transition period or commencement at college to develop this skill.