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Artwork to be displayed at the Annual Exhibition of British Artists in London
Artwork from a Blackpool Sixth student is set to be displayed at the prestigious Annual Exhibition of British Artists at the...
Music students return from tour of Paris
47 students and 7 staff have returned from an incredible 5 day music tour of Paris
Students take part in archaeological excavation in Thornton
Six Classical Civilisation students have unearthed some remains from the Bronze Age.
Hero Enterprise Awards success for Blackpool Sixth
Blackpool Sixth students won a fantastic four awards at the Hero Awards 2010 last night which recognises young persons’...
Blackpool Sixth celebrates its 21st birthday with a new brand and a new phase of building
Our 21st Birthday event included the launch of our new brand identity and an announcement that the third phase of its building...Announcements
A level Results Day
19th August
A2 Enrolment
19th August - 20th August
GCSE Results Day
24th August
Mobility Support
Students with mobility needs are considered individually. Any Additional Support is negotiated between you, an Additional Support Tutor, your parents and your High School as well as relevant members of College staff. A member of Additional Support will attend your transitional review at your school and will suggest the way in which we will help you if you decide to become one of our students.
You are on your final stage towards University or your career so it is important we help you to develop strategies for independence.
Access all areas
The policy of the College is to totally integrate students with mobility needs into normal College life. College has special height adjustable tables in the dining room and in Student Services, and these can be placed in classrooms for all of your lessons.
College has lifts to all of the upper floors as well as ramps to ensure access to all parts of the building. You will be provided with a Personal Evacuation Plan, in case of an emergency.
Discussions between the Additional Support Team, Tutors, Site Management and Senior Management take place on a regular basis to review the continuing well-being of a student.
Support
A member of the Additional Support team is available at all times to help with any challenges in lessons, in the dining room, or with general care. You will be issued with a key to access lifts. Lockers are also provided if required. There are accessible toilets located throughout our site. Some students with high mobility needs may use a daily taxi service to take them to and from College, funded through the individual DLA, the College and / or the Local Education Authority. We have good links with a taxi service and students have mobile contact with their allocated driver. Please ask for details of the transport funding arrangements.
Recreational / Enrichment Activities
You are encouraged to try a variety of recreational / enrichment activities in order to enjoy every aspect of College life. A recreation / enrichment activity is compulsory for all Lower Sixth students. Negotiation would take place between you, the tutor of the chosen recreation, and the Head of Additional Support to ensure that you may take part in the activity safely.
Lunch
Dedicated staff and students run a ‘friendly’ table throughout the lunch period. There are also buddy mentors who are students who you can meet up with to introduce you to new friends and help you to settle in.
Independence Skills
If necessary, part of your Learning Agreement could involve developing independence skills including shopping, travelling and money management. To ensure the service continues to be successful support is reviewed:
- At the end of the Autumn Term
- At the end of each year
Counselling
The College offers a counselling service with a role to provide help and guidance to overcome any problems and difficulties that may occur throughout the academic year.
Progression
We will help you to consider your next move forward. We provide:
- Accompanied careers interviews
- Accompanied visits to Universities / other institutions
- Help with applying for the DSA (disabled students allowance)
- Contact with disability officers at future establishments
- ‘Progression Statement’ which explains the level of support received, to help in planning for your future.
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