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About Portland

Portland is an Ofsted Outstanding specialist college, residential care provider and centre of excellence for Autism. We believe everyone with disabilities should have a lifetime of opportunity. 

We’re a safe and happy place that helps people to lead more independent and fulfilling lives. 

Our education and care programmes focus on three themes: independence, health and well-being and employability. Everyone has different needs, so we tailor our programmes for people to focus on achieving their goals, their way.

Ofsted rates us as Outstanding and CQC rate us as Good, and we have won several awards for our wonderful provision. 

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“I have had a long association with Portland College, from laying the foundation stone in 1949 to becoming Patron of the College in 1974. It has been my pleasure to witness the successes and achievements of Portland’s students over the years and I wish them well in the future”.

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

What’s new at Portland

Portland CEO Recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

Portland Charity Chief Executive Officer Dr Mark Dale has been awarded an MBE in the...

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Portland College Receives Generous Donation of 100 Laptops from Capita

Capita’s donation of 100 laptops will support learning and digital inclusion at Portland College.

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E-Sports: Portland Collaborates with SENSE College

On Friday 24th April 2026, a group of learners from the Portland Forest Road West...

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Celebrating Volunteers’ Week at Portland Charity

It’s Volunteers’ Week and we want to say a huge thank you to all of...

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We Hosted the Fifth Annual Portland Games for SEND Colleges

Students and staff came together to welcome SEND colleges from across the region for a...

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Learners Experience Interactive Robotics with Temi

Learners explored assistive technology this term during an interactive session with Temi, a robot designed...

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Natspec Award won for Donkey Assisted Therapy Programme

We are proud to have been recognised nationally with a 2026 Natspec Award for our...

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Celebrating Success at the Mansfield and Ashfield Business Awards 2026

We were proud to attend and host this year’s Mansfield and Ashfield Business Awards 2026,...

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