Learn with us in Worcester

Heart of Worcestershire College, in partnership with National Star, is now offering specialist education to support young adults with disabilities in building independence and life skills.

Student Ellie with Sasha

Heart of Worcestershire College, in partnership with National Star, is now offering specialist education to support young adults with disabilities in building independence and life skills.

Personalised programmes

Our personalised programmes are designed to meet each learner’s unique needs and aspirations. Depending on individual goals, programmes may include functional English and maths, life skills like cooking and community access, work-based learning, sensory exploration, social enterprise activities, and horticulture.

We offer four distinct pathways, each focused on achieving specific learner outcomes. All pathways emphasise progress in key areas of the Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP), including:

  • Physical and sensory development
  • Self-care and independence
  • Social and emotional health
  • Communication and interaction
  • Cognition and learning

Our small class sizes ensure that each student receives the dedicated time and support they need to prepare for life after college.

Student Cameron in functional skills session

Our newly designed learning spaces include:

  • A fully accessible kitchen for practising life skills
  • A sensory room for relaxation and engagement in calming activities
  • Access to an independent living flat where students can develop their independence in a home-like environment

In addition to highly skilled tutors, our team includes physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, behaviour support practitioners, and experienced care and support workers.

‘It’s truly stellar’

For the first time in a long time it feels like we have educators on board that want to work together with us to achieve the best outcome for our young person, something that we have been striving for, for a long time.

Parent

Entry requirements

There are no formal qualifications required to join this programme. Our admissions team will conduct an assessment to determine if this course is the right fit for you.

How will I be assessed?

Students typically work towards qualifications that align with their future goals. Evidence of learning is continuously gathered to support the achievement of your individual learning objectives and to track your progress. Common qualifications include:

  • Functional English and maths qualifications
  • OCR Life and Living Skills
  • City and Guilds Employability Skills

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