CELEBRATIONS are in order for staff and students at a Worcester based college after their Special Education Needs’ facilities were shortlisted for a top national award.
Heart of Worcestershire College’s SEN provision have been shortlisted in the ‘Excellent Practice in Further Education’ category at this year’s nasen SEND Awards.
They will find out whether or not they have won the award at a ceremony at the Museum of London on Thursday, October 19.
The college was recognised for its commitment to ensuring provision for learners with disabilities takes centre stage in its curriculum development and delivery of learning opportunities.
This has been further strengthened by the development of sensory and living training facilities at two of the College’s campuses following investment from the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP).
The facilities include a sensory room, a mocked up ‘flat’ to be used to support learners to develop independence skills, refurbished classroom areas and improved access to online facilities, supporting independent learning, in preparation for employment or living independently.
Claire Heywood, Assistant Principal for Inclusive and Employer Learning, said: “We are delighted to be shortlisted for this national award.
“This is great recognition for us and recognises the fantastic support given to us by the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership and their unique investment with us on this project.
“This is also a great reflection for all the staff and the hard work they put in every day to ensure our learners get the best quality experience here at HoW College. Most of all though, it’s a brilliant reflection of all the talented, committed and enthusiastic supported learners we have here at the College.”
