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Prior Pursglove College

SEND and inclusion

Our approach

Every student belongs

We are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued, supported and able to achieve their potential.

Our experienced SEND and inclusion team works closely with students, families, schools and local authorities to ensure the right support is in place from the very start of a student’s journey with us.

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In college

Individualised support

We recognise that every student is unique and that learning, communication and support needs vary. We celebrate neurodiversity and take a person-centred approach, adapting support to enable every student to participate, achieve and progress.

Support may also include:

  • Learning support assistants in lessons
  • Personalised learning plans
  • Exam access arrangements
  • Small group and one-to-one support
  • Personal care support where required
  • Specialist transition support
  • Assistive technology and adaptive resources

EHCPs

EHCPs and preparation for adulthood

Education, health and care plans (EHCPs)

We support students with EHCPs across programmes from Entry Level to Level 3, providing personalised support that promotes independence, achievement and progression. Working closely with students, families and local authorities, we use person-centred planning to help students achieve meaningful outcomes in education, employment, health, independent living and community participation.

Preparation for adulthood (PfA)

Through personalised support and vocational profiling, a dedicated PfA coach helps students with an EHCP develop the skills, confidence and experiences needed to achieve their goals across the four preparation for adulthood pathways: independent living, good health, community inclusion and employment.

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Next steps

Careers and progression

Students receive personalised careers guidance and support to progress into employment, supported internships, apprenticeships, further study, training or more independent living. Every student with an EHCP has access to specialist SEND careers guidance to help plan their next steps.

Supported internships

Creating pathways to paid employment for young people with SEND and/or an EHCP through individually matched work placements, specialist job coaching and real-world learning. Supported internships help students develop workplace skills, gain experience and achieve greater independence as they prepare for their future careers.

Working together

Families and our commitment

Working with families

We believe that strong partnerships with parents and carers are essential to student success.

Families are involved throughout the student journey, from transition and enrolment through to reviews and progression planning. Regular events, information sessions and Inclusion Coffee Mornings provide opportunities to meet the team and share experiences.

Our commitment

We are proud of our inclusive culture and our belief that every student can succeed. By combining high expectations with personalised support, we help students develop the confidence, independence and skills needed to thrive in education, employment and adult life.

Talk to us

Get in touch

Talk to our SEND and inclusion team about the support available, EHCPs or starting college.

Our email address is SEND.Prior@atomix.ac.uk