learning difficulties and independent living

Learning Difficulties & Independent Living

Life changing opportunities for all.

The Learning Disability Department at Barnet and Southgate College is established as an ‘outstanding’ leading provider of learning disability

provision for young people. As Head of Supported Learning I am proud to lead a service that successfully delivers specialist educational programmes to more than 180 students with learning disabilities. We offer a specialist curriculum that is flexible and individualised, providing pathways of learning from school and progression to main College programmes, work training, employment, supported living and the local community.

I have worked in this area of learning for over 30 years, and with a staff team who also have considerable experience, share a passion for progressing the learning and life chances of students with learning difficulties and disabilities. Inclusion and the opportunity to progress in College, community and the world of work are at the core of our beliefs and values.

Alongside a full and varied programme of study, we have an extensive work experience and employability programme. This includes the innovative ‘Steps Into Work’ programme in partnership with Remploy and Transport for London where students complete a full work year and take part in both office based and practical (e.g. platform, ticket work) placements with London Underground. Through this programme 35% of learners achieved employment (national average is 25% for LLDD), 90% progressed to work or further training and education and 100% achieved the BTEC Work Skills qualification.

Other outstanding partnerships include Ambitious About Autism, enabling school leavers with significant and complex autism to access College facilities and courses. We also work closely with Local Authorities and Special Schools and have produced a joint curriculum project with the local authority. This has enabled us to plan successfully for High Needs Students (HNS) and achieve significant HNS funding for 2013-14.

The environment in which LLDD students are educated is critical for outstanding results, the facilities that enable them to function and achieve in that environment is key to that success. This is why Barnet and Southgate College is opening a brand new state-of-the-art life-changing Centre of Excellence dedicated to students with special educational needs and complex learning difficulties.

This pioneering venture for North London is due to open in September 2014 and will be the first purpose-built college centre in the area providing specialist education facilities which are totally dedicated to the specific needs of students with learning disabilities.

I look forward to opening our doors and welcoming you all in September 2014.

Charles Nelson Head of Supported Learning

Welcome to

Learning Difficulties & Independent Living

A New Centre of Excellence 6

Our Specialist LLDD Study Packages 8

What is it really like to study here? 11

Our Courses 12

Life Skills and Independent Living 16

Vocational Skills & Personal Development 20

Higher Level Vocational & Work Skills 24

Work-based Learning with TFL and Remploy 30

Curriculum Mapping and Progression 34

Applying, Advice and Guidance 36

How to find us 38

This publication is one of a series of guides that offers you advice on our courses and possible career paths. Other titles in the series include: A Levels / Art, Design & Visual Culture / Automotive Technologies / Business, Accounting & Computing / Culinary Arts & Hospitality / Hair and Beauty Therapy / Health, Education & Social Care / Property & Construction / Foundation Learning / Pathways to Employment (ESOL) / Sports Science & Management

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Disclaimer: The details in this publication were correct at the time of going to press and we aim to provide accurate and relevant information to inform your choices. However, changes to provision since the printing of this prospectus may occur so please check details via the Barnet and Southgate College website: www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk

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The College’s new building at the Southgate campus will provide a new and improved learning environment for disabled students and those

with learning difficulties. The Supported Learning Department is currently split over two campuses in Southgate and Grahame Park in Colindale, but from September 2014 the entire provision will be based at the Southgate Campus.

The challenges that these students face throughout their lives are complex and demanding but one critical factor is the need for an educational environment that helps each individual reach his or her potential in life. The new Centre of Excellence provides this very place allowing students to learn in a safe environment entirely tailored to their needs.

The Centre will make a life-changing difference to 200 students each year. The inspirational building and facilities will help them develop vital communication, independent living and work skills to equip them with the best chance of being economically active and building a life in their local communities.

The new facilities and a specialist staff team will provide dedicated services that:

• Provide a ‘London Centre of Excellence’ as a transition route from school to adult learning and living for young people with LLDD including NEET groups and those with complex needs, autism and PMLD.

• Offer specialist resource areas that meet the needs of more challenging and complex learners including the provision of specialist services; namely, Speech and Language Therapy (SALT), physiotherapy and hydrotherapy, qualified nursing support and educational psychology.

• Offer local LLDD provision co-located within a college campus offering inclusion, vocational training and community based learning.

• Provide a facility in the heart of the north London community, close to a range of shops, local transport and London Underground.

• Utilise the facility during evenings and weekends for local community and LLDD providers in partnership with the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation.

• Engage key stakeholders through an established parent/carer group.

Specialist FacilitiesThe new LLDD Centre of Excellence is the culmination of plans developed with a range of local partners. The facilities below have been determined by the consultation and the experience of the College over the years in providing extensive LLDD education.

• Hydrotherapy Pool

• First Aid Room

• Physiotherapy Room

• Specialist Hoist Tracking

• Sensory Room

• Mini Sports Hall and Specialist Sports Equipment

• Rebound Room

• Training Kitchen

• Catering Kitchen

• Café, Shop and Art Gallery

• Multi Skills Craft Area

• Specialist Classrooms for Complex Disabilities

• Training Flat

• Drama Studio

• Music Room

• Specialist Furniture and Fittings

• Assistive Technologies

• Horticultural space

A New Centre of Excellence Professional services in a community setting.

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Hydrotherapy and PhysiotherapyThe hydrotherapy pool will be serviced by a full tracking system that will pass from the changing rooms directly to the pool. The pool will be serviced by male and female changing rooms fully equipped to cater for students with disabilities and accessed through a waiting room area. The hydrotherapy pool can also be lit by coloured lighting to provide a variety of therapeutic activities.

The pool will be fully equipped and ready to run from September 2014.

Sensory RoomSensory rooms have many benefits and are particularly beneficial to individuals with PMLD, physical difficulties and autistic learners who need:

• An area for relaxation that creates interest

• Encouragement of communication skills

• Improvement of motor skills

• Team working skills

• Ability to understand cause and effect learning

• Opportunity for personal assessments for skills

Specialist Classrooms and FacilitiesThere will be two specialist class rooms equipped with A – Frame hoists so students can easily be taken out of their wheelchairs, to aid mobility and learning. The floor coverings will be flexible and padded to create a safe surface. All the main facilities will have ceiling hoist access including the hydrotherapy pool, sensory room, physiotherapy room, first aid room, accessible toilets and training flat bathroom.

Training FlatThis will be a training area for independent living including kitchen, dining area, lounge, bedroom and bathroom.

Mini Sports HallA mini sports hall will accommodate activities such as unihoc, short tennis and badminton, five-a-side football, badminton, keep fit and lunch time clubs for students.

Rebound RoomRebound therapy is used to develop movement, therapeutic exercise and recreation for people across the whole spectrum of special needs.

It is used to facilitate movement, promote balance, promote an increase or decrease in muscle tone, promote relaxation, promote sensory integration and; improve fitness, exercise tolerance and communication skills. It is popular in special needs schools and is becoming increasingly popular as a piece of apparatus that virtually all people, regardless of their abilities, can access, benefit from and enjoy.

This new facility for the College has a bespoke space designed within the mini sports hall complex. We are currently fundraising for the trampoline and matting for the floor and walls.

First Aid & Physiotherapy RoomBoth rooms will be serviced by ceiling hoists for wheelchair users.

The First Aid room will be staffed by a fully trained nurse who will have a key role in staff training and clinical supervision.

A full-time physiotherapist will be employed for the hydrotherapy pool and physiotherapy programmes for students.

Multi Skills Craft Room & Art RoomThe new facility will have a multi-skills art and craft room including kiln. There will also be an art-room facility on the first floor.

Drama StudioThis will be situated on the first floor within a vocational skills area including an art room and music room. It is planned to equip the drama studio with stage, stage rigging, staging lights and sound equipment.

Music RoomA music room is planned alongside the art room and drama studio. It has planned additional sound-proofing.

Catering Kitchens, Art Gallery, Café and ShopThese facilities will be available alongside the atrium entrance to the centre. This will form an essential part of the students’ vocational and work-based learning activities.

The new learning disabilities centre of excellence at the Southgate Campus will be amongst the best in London with dedicated, state-of-the-art specialist facilities that will serve our surrounding communities. This will enable students with learning difficulties such as autism and other complex support needs to be able to come and learn academic and employment skills within a supportive and inspirational building. David ByrneBarnet and Southgate College Principal

Artist’s impression of Cafe area

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There is an extensive range of courses to meet the different learning needs, and levels including autism and those with complex and high support needs

where LDAs (Learning Disability Assessment) or EHC (Education Health & Care) plans will be required for new students. Learning is designed as modular and flexible, shaped around the intake of students and carried out by the following approaches:

• Person-centred planning to develop confidence

• Life skills

• Functional skills

• Work skills through nationally-recognised qualifications.

Every student has access to a personal tutor and uses individual learning plans to support their personal development and progression.

There is a clear commitment to inclusion and learners feeling safe and welcomed in all parts of the College campuses, at the outreach centres and in work experience settings.

The curriculum offer enhances students’ vocational experience in practical and real environments including work training and job opportunities at the work place.

Support takes the form of small group sizes (6 to 10 students), group support staff, one-to-one support in and out of the class, assistive technologies, adapted materials and specialist programmes supported by individual learning plans and personal tutors.

We Provide:• Person-centred planning, individual

reviews and tailored programmes supported by personal tutors and individual learning plans.

• Functional skills for independent living including communication, numeracy, literacy, money, travel training

• Building of confidence and emotional skills

• Self-advocacy and independence, learner voice

• Partnership working with employers, local authorities and statutory and voluntary organisations

• A holistic provision that uses practical skills as a learning vehicle: admin office, shop, multi-skills /craft workshop, catering areas, horticultural area, drama, sports, multimedia

• A practical curriculum geared to independent living skills, employability and work-based learning

• Job coaches to support work-based learning including work experience

• Training for volunteering and peer mentoring, with an extensive programme offered at the College through our mental health provision

• All LLDD students have access to nationally recognised qualifications

• Student programmes are 2-3 years in length with clear transition goals set for college, community and employment progression.

The Learning PathwaysOur ambition is for all our students to achieve their potential and enhance their quality of life.

There is a wide range of learning experiences with individually tailored programmes which develop learning through three distinctive elements:

Life skills: Builds confidence, social skills and independence and including skills for independent living.

Functional skills: Develops numeracy, oral and written communication and the use of computers and money skills.

Work skills: Work-based learning is essential part of the student learning experience and programmes of learning are designed to for students to acquire work skills through social enterprise activities, vocational curriculum including opportunities to work in mainstream vocational areas and work experience.

Every full-time LLDD student undertakes a work experience placement which includes a variety of tailored opportunities provided by dedicated job coaches supporting and placing students across a variety of placements in garden centres, catering, shops, volunteering, Brent Cross Shopping Centre, office work, College and charities. There were 58 external offsite placements completed for 2012-13.

QualificationsAll courses apart from the complex learning provision offer nationally recognised qualifications offered by Edexcel. Where a nationally recognised qualification is not available then a College Certificate is given recognising non-accredited achievement. The qualifications offered are detailed in the course offer. However some students may gain training awards from other awarding bodies e.g. Food Hygiene Certificate, Makaton Certificate.

Our Specialist LLDD Study Packages

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Our aim is to provide outstanding learning opportunities for people with learning difficulties in a supportive and exceptional facility.

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InductionDuring the first two weeks at college, students will receive the following:

• Health and Safety training

• Timetables

• First targets on Individual Learning Plan

• Tour of all the College facilities

• Various team-building events

• Student Code of Conduct

TimetableThe typical day begins at 10.00am. Most classes have a 15 minute break in the morning usually around 11.00am.

Lunch is usually around 12.15 till 1.00pm depending on the class but check with the tutor if there are any queries. In the afternoon most classes will have a 15 minute break, and the college day ends at around 3.30pm.

A café and some specialist facilities – for those with complex needs – will be available in the new centre. The students can also eat in the restaurant in the main Southgate Campus. There is also a seating area for students to eat packed lunches if applicable.

Student Support Assistants (SSAs)Student Support Assistants are a crucial part of our team. They are allocated on a 1:1 basis, or shared within the group depending on the needs and dynamics of the class and the students.

The SSAs’ role is highly important to staff and students alike. Student Support Assistants’ main duty within the classroom is to support student learning.

We have two Senior SSAs and they are Zoe Smith and Gina Sansby. Zoe and Gina can be reached on 020 8266 4049 or email: [email protected] [email protected]

SafeguardingWe pride ourselves on providing a safe and supportive working environment for students which is underpinned by the personal tutorial systems, Learner Voice, a dedicated team of support assistants and designated safeguarding officers.

All students have a personal tutor who is responsible for the day-to-day management and welfare of the students.

Health & Safety• Students receive Health and Safety information as part of their induction to the course.

• Health and Safety regulations and the College Health and Safety procedures are essential.

• We have qualified First Aiders on call and it is vital that we have emergency contact numbers for students.

• We also complete a risk assessment for each student in their first week of induction – so your support in completing any personal information details which we may send home during that first week will be greatly appreciated.

Student Code of ConductAll students are asked to sign a student code of conduct where appropriate. In the LLDD Department students are expected to attend all sessions according to their timetable and to be punctual. If a student is unable to attend for any reason then their personal tutor needs to be informed. Students will be supported with their personal development and where students’ conduct or health causes concern we will arrange a review meeting with the student, parent / carer and other professionals. At all times the College will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments and support students to complete their programme.

What is it really like to study here?

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Explore LearningExplore learning is a 4 day a week programme that is delivered in modules offering different multi-sensory experiences, communication and life skills. Applicants are from 16-24 years of age at the early stages of learning between Milestones Levels 1-5 (P Levels 1-5).

Communication is at the core of our curriculum and is addressed within all of our modules delivering positive use of total communication of verbal and non-verbal communications which include Makaton sign language, picture exchange systems, objects of reference and intensive interaction. We encourage and support all learners to interact with communicative intent.

Learning SkillsLearning Skills is a 4 day a week course that has been designed for learners who are generally on the Autistic Spectrum transitioning from special schools. Applicants are from 16-24 years of age working at pre-entry level and learners will be working between learning milestones 4-8 (P Levels 4-8).

This course supports the needs of learners who benefit from a structured systematic approach to their learning to develop their communication skills, interact and engage in activities and build positive relationships by utilising mediums such as art, drama and music.

Within the curriculum there is a strong emphasis on personal and social development to achieve communication development, structured and personalised interventions and the use of appropriate behaviours to gain attention and communicate needs to others.

Transition Skills Transition Skills is a 4 day a week programme designed to support the needs of learners who have severe learning disabilities and/or autism who benefit from a structured systematic approach. Applicants are from 16-24 years of age working at a pre-entry level from milestones 5-8 (P Levels 5-8).

The curriculum is structured and person-centred. There is an emphasis on understanding individual learning needs, styles and levels to identify potential and opportunity to progress to other courses and more independent living. Within the curriculum, learners are supported to learn how to engage with others and develop positive relationships, to have opportunities to explore personal interests and engage within activities.

At the core there is a large emphasis on communication and the development of verbal and nonverbal communication.

Key Information:• All these courses run from Monday to Thursday.

• The day starts at 10am and finishes at 3pm.

• The learners’ achievement is recognised through a College Certificate.

• Progression is available to courses such as Pre Vocational Skills, Life Skills and Branching Out and planned transition into the community through moving on plans.

To apply for one of these courses you will need to complete an application form online or on paper, please request one from Reception. A letter will be sent inviting you to interview and assessment. For Learning Disability courses you can also complete the application form at the interview with the help of the tutor.

After application you will need to undertake an interview and assessment. The assessment is needed to see if you are at the right learning level and potential for the course and find out your support needs. Relevant paperwork such as school assessments and reports and a Learning Disability Assessment (EHC from September 2014) should be available to assist this process. It is also possible to arrange tasters and preview placements at certain times of the year.

For further informationFor PCMLD courses please contact the Course Tutor Paul McTernan to arrange an assessment/visit on 0208 275 7633 or [email protected]

Our Courses Programmes for learners with profound, complex and multiple learning disabilities (PCMLD) – including autism.

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Applicants are usually from 19-24 years of age and working at Milestones 7-8 (P Levels 7-8) up to Entry Level 1. The course is ‘Person

Centred Planned’ to each learner to devise employability and community programmes in preparation for progression from the College.

For students on the autistic spectrum a TEAACH approach will be utilised in the learning environment. It will include inclusive communication formats such as Makaton signing, symbol picture formats, adapted from word documents & written text into Easy Read documents.

Modules: Personal & Social Development, Media – blogging-Facebook College page, Speaking up, Organising Myself, Enterprise Skills, Gardening, Social Skills

Key Information• The course is full time, running from Monday-Thursday 10am to 3pm.

• The learners’ achievement is recognised through a College Certificate.

• Progression is available to courses such as Life Skills and planned transition into the community through moving on plans.

To apply for the course you will need to complete an application form online or on paper, please request one from Reception. A letter will be sent inviting you to interview and assessment. For Learning Disability courses you can also complete the application form at the interview with the help of the tutor.


For further informationPlease contact the Course Tutor Heather Dorow to arrange a visit/assessment on 020 8266 2667 or [email protected]

Branching Out This course provides a progression route for Transition Skills, Learning Skills and some Pre Vocational Skills. New students can also be considered.

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The course is aimed at learners who want to develop their life skills to further enrich their lives within the community. There will be the potential

to further these skills by undertaking voluntary work, social enterprise or paid work. An exciting work placement/experience situation is offered to students. Applicants are from 16 to 24 years of age with or without previous college experience. Students will be working from M8 to E1 and must hold a S139a Learning Difficulty Assessment.

Students learn to further their confidence, work more effectively as members of teams and follow instructions to complete all manners of class and practical activities.

This course offers a range of varied activities designed to meet students’ needs to progress into making the most of their environment including:

Monday Sport

Tuesday Kitchen Gardening and DIY/Computers

Wednesday Drama

Thursday Shop and Cook/Home Skills

Key information• The course is full time, running from Monday-Thursday 10am to 3pm.

• The learners work towards an Edexcel Award in Independent Living Skills.

• Students can progress to courses such as Skills for Work and Living and Catering and planned transition into the community through moving on plans.

To apply for this course you will need to complete an application form online or on paper, please request one from Reception. A letter will be sent inviting you to interview and assessment. For Learning Disability courses you can also complete the application form at the interview with the help of the tutor.


For further informationPlease contact the Course Tutors Mandy Formosa and Pina Griffin to arrange a visit/assessment on 020 8266 4142 or [email protected] [email protected]

Life Skills and Independent Living

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An exciting work placement/experience situation is offered to students.

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This full time course is aimed at learners who need to develop their independent living and work skills. It is a progression course for Life Skills

and Pre-Vocational Skills and will also take new applicants.

Students will be able to learn functional skills including using money, numeracy, literacy, communication skills and computing in practical work-based settings as well as in the classroom.

Applicants are from 16 to 24 years of age with or without previous college experience. It is expected that you will have achieved a basic skills level of Entry 2 with some basic reading and writing skills.

Key information• The course is full time, running from Monday-Thursday 10am to 3pm.

• Students will be working to achieve the Edexcel Certificate in Skills for Independence and Work at Entry Level 2.

• Students can progress to courses such as Skills for Work and Living, Catering, Performing Arts Skills and planned transition into the community through moving on plans.



For further information Please contact the Course Tutor Tony Sherman to arrange a visit/ assessment on 020 8982 5050, Ext 5113 or [email protected]

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Pre-Vocational (Pre Voc)There are 4 pre-vocational courses designed for young people leaving special schools. Most students complete two years on this programme. Applicants are aged from 16 to 19 years of age and are usually working between Milestone 7-8 (P7-P8) and up to Entry Level 1.

Students will develop their personal and social skills, communication skills and independent and community living skills. Learners are encouraged to express themselves and reflect on dealing with their emotions to become more confident independent and make friends.

There are many opportunities to develop literacy, numeracy skills and money skills in practical situations such as our learning café and community trips. There is also the opportunity to be part of a learning carousel which includes tasters in mainstream vocational areas.

Group & individual tutorials are provided and are an important opportunity for pastoral support and as a time is used to develop plans for the future, identify aspirations and possible work opportunities. All students will have person centred reviews

Students in their 2nd year will have the opportunity to undertake Work Experience.

Modules include:• Cooking

• ICT

• Community Skills

• Sports

• Drama

• Skills for Work

Key information• The classes are full time from 10am to 3pm and run over 4 days a week.

• The learners on the Pre-Vocational courses work towards an Edexcel Award in Personal Progress at E1.

• Students can progress to courses such as Skills for Work and Living, Catering, Performing Arts.

To apply for the course you will need to complete an application form online or on paper, please request one from Reception or pick up a prospectus from any of the campus and you find the form inside. A letter will be sent inviting you to interview and assessment. For Learning Disability courses you can also complete the application form at the interview with the help of the tutor.


For further informationPlease contact Course Tutor Stephanie Cross to arrange an assessment/visit on 020 8266 4244 or [email protected]

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New Dimensions is aimed at learners from 16 to 19 years of age who are from mainstream schools and who are generally on the Autistic

Spectrum. It focuses on social relationships, communication and interaction with peers and people in society. It has cookery, sport, ICT and Literacy and numeracy within its curriculum.

Key information• The course is full time and runs from 10am to for 4 days a week.

• The learners on New Dimensions course are potentially those who can progress to mainstream courses.

• The learners this year are working towards an Award in Skills for Independence and Work at E2.



For further informationPlease contact the Course Tutors Mandy Formosa and Pina Griffin to arrange a visit/assessment on 020 8266 4142 or email: [email protected] [email protected]

Sarah’s StorySarah Rees is a recent student on the LLDD New Dimensions course. Before coming to Barnet and Southgate College, she struggled in her secondary school. Sarah had good literacy and numeracy skills, but self-esteem issues meant she was falling far short of her potential.

The experienced teachers sat down with Sarah and together drew up a list of goals for her time at College. They then met weekly to monitor her progress. Gradually, Sarah came out of her shell. She gained a new respect for herself and those around her.

The course Sarah was on normally lasts two years, but her progress was so good she felt ready to transfer to a mainstream course after 12 months. She successfully gained a place on the College’s Multi Skills Award in Construction Courses and continues to go from strength to strength.

New Dimensions

We still meet Sarah regularly and were thrilled when we found out she’d won a College Award for Outstanding Progress. Mandy Formosa and Pina Griffin New Dimensions Course Leaders


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Higher Level Vocational & Work Skills Courses

Vocational Pathway – CateringThis full-time course runs for four days a week and is for young people aged 16-25 who wish to pursue a career in catering or similar work. Prospective candidates need to be working between Entry 2 and Entry 3 for basic skills including communication, literacy and numeracy – this would include the ability to read and write basic recipes.

You should have experience in kitchen skills and have shown an interest in gaining employment in the Catering Industry. Students can progress to higher level catering courses in the College including Skills for Working and Living below, training programmes and work within the catering industry.

Key information• The course is full time and runs from 10am to for 4 days a week

• The qualifications offered are the City and Guilds Entry Level Certificate in Food Studies, Food Hygiene Certificate and credits towards the Functional Skills Award in Literacy, Numeracy and ICT.



For further informationPlease contact the Course Tutors Mandy Formosa and Pina Griffin to arrange a visit/assessment on 020 8266 4142 or [email protected] [email protected]

Bradley’s StoryBradley has severe dyslexia and learning difficulties. His language was very delayed, and he exhibited a number of behavioural problems. These were worsened by Bradley’s ADHD, for which he sometimes had to take Ritalin.

In his old school, Bradley was given extra time and teaching support. Still, he found his work too difficult. He would leave the classroom despite the support offered, believing he couldn’t do anything successfully.

All of this also held Bradley back from his community. He was judged too vulnerable to travel alone. Of course, the self-confidence issues this gave him only made Bradley’s other problems worse.

Independence was the key to unlocking Bradley’s potential. We worked out a personalised timetable with him, and began to teach him a range of vocational skills. As his self-confidence grew, he was able to apply for an Oyster card and began travelling on his own, which was hugely important for his self-esteem.

Bradley was particularly interested in catering, so he began working with the Caterlink team in our refectory. Here’s a statement from John Little, the Caterlink manager at Barnet & Southgate:

“Working with Bradley has been a pleasure. From the off, it was great to see how much he wanted to learn. He was unsure of himself to start with, but now he’s the first to get stuck in.

He’s learnt all kinds of new skills since coming here, and improved each by practising at home. He can handle knives, make sauces and follow recipes. He’s even been open to trying new foods. I have no doubt that he’ll end up a talented chef.

Just as importantly, Bradley has opened up personally. He will talk about problems he’s having, and listen to those around him. The whole kitchen team has loved working with him. Well done Bradley!”

Thanks to his diligence, Bradley has now gained voluntary work within the local community. It’s been wonderful watching him achieve so much.

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An exciting and innovative full-time course for young adults aged 19-25 who have a keen interest in the Performing Arts. This is for students

working at Entry 3 & Level 1 who wish to further develop their performance skills and progress onto further specialised courses within this area or related work.

The Curriculum Includes:• Drama & Dance

• Practical & Theory Work

• Rehearsing & Working in a Theatre Environment

• Theatre Related Work Experience

Full Enrichment Programme including theatre visits, backstage tours in the West End and visiting speakers form within the arts. There is also an end of year performance in a local theatre.

Key information • The qualification offered is the Edexcel BTEC Award/Certificate in Performing Arts Entry 3/Level 1

• The course can lead to progression to a mainstream course or the tutor will work with you to find other pathways such as voluntary work or employment.



For further informationPlease contact Course Tutor Cheryl Ferner-Reeves to arrange a visit/assessment on 020 8266 4076 or Cheryl.Ferner-Reeves@ barnetsouthgate.ac.uk

Kevin’s StoryTeaching him, it’s easy to forget what he’s overcome to get to this stage. Kevin has severe autism. Usually, this would rule out a highly interpretive and collaborative subject like performing arts – but thanks to our Supported Learning programme, he’s made fantastic progress.

Since starting the entry-level course two-and-a-half years ago, Kevin has produced outstanding written and practical work. He’s taken the lead role of Prospero in The Tempest, Macbeth in Macbeth, and will be playing Jonathan Harker in this year’s production of Dracula.

The performing arts require exceptional teamwork, and Kevin has more than risen to the challenge. This will be brilliantly highlighted when he sings a duet with his on-stage fiancé, Mina, in Dracula.

Vocational PathwayPerforming Arts

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An exceptional student , who is not only able to achieve against the odds but has also been commended with a runner-up award from the National BTEC for being an outstanding student. Cheryl Ferner-Reeves Performing Arts Course leader

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Next Step

Next Step is a course for learners 16+ who wish to progress onto further college courses and develop their basic skills and skills for training and

work but need a transition period to build their confidence and independence.

Prospective candidates will be working between Entry 2 and Entry 3 basic skills and will study literacy, numeracy, ICT, healthy living (to include cooking), skills for employment and independence, project work, producing a product and enterprise, together with personal development and the opportunity for work experience.

Key information• The learners on Next Step are working towards Edexcel Skills for Independence and Work Certificate.

• The course can lead to progression to a mainstream course or the tutor will work with you to find other pathways such as voluntary work or employment

• The course is full time and runs from 10am to 3pm Monday to Thursday.



For further informationPlease contact Course Tutor Angela Bush to arrange a visit/ assessment on 020 8266 4086 or [email protected]

Janine’s StoryJanine found mainstream education challenging due to poor language comprehension and social skills. Because of her learning difficulties, she couldn’t participate fully in school life. And, like many of the students on our LLDD courses, Janine lacked confidence.

She came to us in September 2013, having been out of education for months. When she started on Next Step she was extremely shy. She found understanding and interacting with other students almost impossible.

Through individual tutorials, support sessions and class activities, we’ve worked with Janine on her Individual Learning Plan goals. She’s steadily grown more confident and self-assured. Her language skills have improved dramatically, thanks to individual weekly sessions with our learning support team.

We’ve also helped Janine improve her social skills by, for example, encouraging her to assist other students with her excellent ICT knowledge. This has motivated her to interact with people in a totally new way.

Now, Janine has the confidence to contribute to all class discussions. She’s happy to speak (and even sing!) in front of the class. She’s eager to learn, and comes to every class bubbling with enthusiasm.

Janine has made many friends within the group, whom she sees in and out of College. She’s completed a very successful work experience placement at the RAF museum, and is hoping to go on to the BTEC Performing Arts course next year.


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Are you aged 18-24 and interested in learning more about the world of work? Would you like administration work experience within Transport

for London? Steps into Work is a work experience programme that is designed to give participants with learning disabilities the opportunity to gain practical experience of working whilst learning and developing valuable skills needed for any employment.

This is a one year programme offering a great opportunity to take part in three placements in administration roles at Transport for London offices. You will learn on-site in the workplace at Transport for London offices and will be able to travel independently and work under supervision. Other benefits of this programme include participants being fully supported with job coaching provided by Remploy and Barnet and Southgate College delivering tutorials working toward an Edexcel Level 1 Work Skills qualification.

Skills developed• Working together

• Problem Solving at work

• Conduct at Work

• Communication skills at work

• Work Skills – Interview skills, CV building,

• Application forms, Career choices

Key information• Entrance to the course is by interview and selection process.

• The programme will run from January 2014 until December 2014.

For further informationIf would like to receive an expression of interest application form please contact Steps into Work on 020 7918 4020 or [email protected]. Alternatively contact David Holloway to arrange a visit/assessment on 020 8275 7611 or [email protected]

Work-based Learning Partnership with TFL and Remploy1 Year Full Time Courses@barnetsouthgate #inclusion #accessibility #disability #bsc

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Pre Entry Milestones 1-8

School P Levels 1-8

Exploring Learning – 2 Years

Transitional Skills

Learning Skills

Branching Out

Life Skills

Professional ServicesPhysiotherapy

NursingSpeech and

Language Therapy

Functional SkillsReadingWriting

NumeracyCommunication

MediaComputing

Autism Specific

Complex LLDD

Vocational SkillsWork Skills

Personal and Social Developement

Pre Vocational Skills Consists of 4 Courses

Life SkillsIndependent Living

Functional Skills/Academic Skills/Personal Skills

LLDD Curriculum Mapping and Progression

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Entry Level 1-3 Level 1

National Curriculum Levels 1-3

National Curriculum Levels 4-5

*Pre Entry refers to pre reading and writing skills but with basic word recognition at M8. Entry 1-3 is Foundation Level which sees the full developement of reading and writing skills from early sentence construction at M1. Level 1 is the key level of entry for mainstream courses and Level 2 is GCSE Level where most inductry standard qualifications start.

Transitional Skills

Branching Out

Life Skills

Skills for Employment and Independence

Skills for Working and Living Step Into Work

Performing Arts – Voc path

Multi Sports THF

Next Step

New Dimensions

Catering – Vocational Pathway

Mainstream ProvisionConstruction

CateringBusiness

ComputingHealth & Social Care

Humanities & ScienceSports

Foundation LearningBasic Skills

Level 2 – GCSE

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Key Application Information

Applications Applications for courses are usually made with the help of the local Connexions/Prospects Careers advisers and with the help of your school.

• We attend local schools parents, evenings and run open days at the College where you can meet staff and find about our College offer. Information is also available on our website.

• There are open events during the year and we will send letters inviting you to attend if you so wish. It is also possible to arrange visits and assessments throughout the year including the opportunity for students to preview / taster days. Please contact the course tutors using the contact details provided to arrange these.

• We would expect all prospective applicants to visit the College and complete an assessment and interview with a Course Tutor. A full College assessment is essential for all applicants requiring a high level of support of costs greater than £6,000 and will require an LDA or EHC (available from September 2014) and approval from your local authority on basis of the College’s completed application for high needs funding.

• Early applications are essential for the College and local authorities to plan and agree funding and provision.

Advice & Guidance• Each student will be provided with a

transition plan through person centred meetings and reviews including other professionals as necessary.

• Advice and guidance is available through the College careers service, local career advisers such as Prospects, local employment schemes and through your course tutor to help you with progression and transition from College to further training, employment and community based outcomes.

• There is the annual internal ‘Moving On’ event where students can receive advice and information from a range of local services and professionals.

Get involved!We welcome feedback from parents, carers and students and if you have any curriculum requests and ideas then please contact us directly. We have started a termly parents group which you are welcome to join by contacting us directly as detailed below.

Contact Information for Curriculum ManagerDavid HollowayCurriculum ManagerTelephone 020 8275 7611

Contact Information for Head of ServiceCharles NelsonHead of of Supported LearningTelephone 020 8266 4235Main switchboard 020 8200 8300

How to find us

Wood Street Campus Wood StreetBarnet EN5 4AZTel: 020 8200 8300Tube: High Barnet (Northern Line, Zone 5)Bus: 34, 84, 107, 184, 234, 263, 307, 326, 384, 389

Grahame Park CampusGrahame Park WayLondon NW9 5RATel: 020 8200 8300Car: On-site parking available.Tube & Train: Colindale (Northern Line, Zone 4) and Mill Hill Broadway (Thameslink) are just a 20 minute walk or a bus ride away.Bus: 113, 186, 204, 221, 302, 303, 382

Southgate Campus High StreetSouthgateLondon N14 6BSTel: 020 8200 8300 Tube: Southgate (Piccadilly line, Zone 4). The Southgate Campus is approximately 200m/2 minutes walk from the station.Bus: W6, W9,121,125, 298, 299, 382

Edmonton Green Campus 2nd Floor23 St. George’s ChambersSouth MallEdmonton GreenLondon N9 0TSTel: 020 8345 7209Train: Edmonton Green (Greater Anglia)Bus: 102, 144, 149, 191, 192, 259, 279, 349, 491, W6, W8

Hospitality House11-59 High RoadEast FinchleyLondon N2 [email protected]: 020 3074 1200Car: Parking available for £5 per day.Tube: East Finchley (Northern Line, Zone 3) Hospitality House is located directly opposite the station.Bus: H3, 102, 143, 234, 263, 603

SCBPUnit 1Baird RoadEnfield EN1 1SJTel: 0208 443 [email protected] Car: On-site parking available Train: Southbury Station (Greater Anglia), SCBP is a 5 minute walk from the stationBus: 121, 191, 307, 313

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How to find us

Wood Street Campus Wood StreetBarnet EN5 4AZTel: 020 8200 8300Tube: High Barnet (Northern Line, Zone 5)Bus: 34, 84, 107, 184, 234, 263, 307, 326, 384, 389

Grahame Park CampusGrahame Park WayLondon NW9 5RATel: 020 8200 8300Car: On-site parking available.Tube & Train: Colindale (Northern Line, Zone 4) and Mill Hill Broadway (Thameslink) are just a 20 minute walk or a bus ride away.Bus: 113, 186, 204, 221, 302, 303, 382

Southgate Campus High StreetSouthgateLondon N14 6BSTel: 020 8200 8300 Tube: Southgate (Piccadilly line, Zone 4). The Southgate Campus is approximately 200m/2 minutes walk from the station.Bus: W6, W9,121,125, 298, 299, 382

Edmonton Green Campus 2nd Floor23 St. George’s ChambersSouth MallEdmonton GreenLondon N9 0TSTel: 020 8345 7209Train: Edmonton Green (Greater Anglia)Bus: 102, 144, 149, 191, 192, 259, 279, 349, 491, W6, W8

Hospitality House11-59 High RoadEast FinchleyLondon N2 [email protected]: 020 3074 1200Car: Parking available for £5 per day.Tube: East Finchley (Northern Line, Zone 3) Hospitality House is located directly opposite the station.Bus: H3, 102, 143, 234, 263, 603

SCBPUnit 1Baird RoadEnfield EN1 1SJTel: 0208 443 [email protected] Car: On-site parking available Train: Southbury Station (Greater Anglia), SCBP is a 5 minute walk from the stationBus: 121, 191, 307, 313

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Mill Hill Broadway

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