Student Support

Equality and Diversity Statement

The College is committed to ensuring that all its students are valued equally and given an equal chance to succeed. All students, staff and visitors are treated with respect and dignity irrespective of their age, class, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. The College has a Code of Respect and any form of discrimination, bullying or harassment is totally unacceptable in the College.

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Support for students with specific requirements

 The Care Team

Members of the College Care Team work alongside students with specific requirements in the following ways;
Specialist interviews (with the Assistant Principal, Student Support)
Assistance with movement within the College
Classroom support, e.g. note taking
The purchase and maintenance of specialist equipment
Assistance with personal needs if required
Accompanying students on trips
Special arrangements for examinations

The Care Zone

The Care Zone is a state-of-the-art facility offering rest, showering and toilet facilities for students with a disability, serious illness or injury.  The Care Zone is managed by a fully qualified team of experts who have considerable experience in dealing with students with particular physical, medical or emotional needs.

Other kinds of support available at the College include:

Induction loop system
Lift access
The vast majority of the College is wheelchair accessible
Handouts and other materials can be enlarged or produced in a variety
of formats/colours
Text Help is available on a number of computers
Parking is available for students with disabilities
Specialist support for students with dyslexia, dyspraxia, Asperger’s Syndrome and ADHD

“Students with specific learning needs receive very effective support. Students with disabilities are supported well.”  Ofsted Inspection Report on HSFC, 2005