Foundation Learning

Everyone aged from 16-25 with disabilities entitled to free further education provision. At Portland College we work with learners with physical disabilities who want to achieve independence and communication, qualifications and where possible, employability.

Potential learners wishing to access our Foundation Learning programmes should contact their Connexions Personal Adviser, who will be able to guide and support them through the process of making an application for residential training. The Foundation Learning area offers the following:

• Individualised learning programmes designed to meet specific needs and interests
• Focus on independent living skills
• Well qualified teachers and learning support staff
• Multidisciplinary team of experts to support learning
• Excellent teaching and learning environments
• Superb ILT facilities
• Broad curriculum with lots of practical learning opportunities and a wide range of qualifications
• Small farm on site for animal care
• Performing arts and music
• Many community access activities
• Specialist Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) support
• Adaptive and Assistive Technology team design unique solutions for individuals
• Excellent pastoral support
• Comprehensive transition planning service
• Varied Enrichment programme
• Sports activities
• Internal Work Experience opportunities

“I have achieved so much during my time at the College including acting on the Student Council for Health and Safety, working in the HSBC/Portland Bank and Student Independent Shop and my Skillpower qualification."