Learning Support and SEND at Stamford College - Stamford College
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Learning Support & SEND at Stamford College
At
Stamford College
, we believe every student should have the opportunity to succeed, whatever their learning needs. Our
Additional Learning Support (ALS) team
provides tailored support to remove barriers to learning, ensuring you have the resources and assistance needed to thrive in your studies.
We work closely with students, parents, carers, schools, and external agencies to provide the right support for you, whether you have a
learning difficulty, disability, medical condition or additional needs
.
How We Support
At Stamford College, we understand that
every student’s journey is different
. Some students may need additional support to
access learning, navigate college life, or achieve their full potential
. Our team provides personalised support to help with learning difficulties, disabilities, medical conditions, mental health needs and other challenges that might affect your education.
Support is available for students assessed with barriers to learning, Special Educational Needs, and disabilities, which may include specific learning difficulties.
For students who need additional help with reading, writing, processing information, or problem-solving.
This includes:
Dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia
Moderate to severe learning difficulties (MLD/SLD)
Profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD)
How we support you:
Assistive technology and adapted learning materials
Extra time or adjustments for assessments
One-to-one and small group learning support
Assistive technology and adapted learning materials
For students who find it difficult to communicate, interact socially, or process verbal instructions.
This includes:
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Speech, language and communication needs (SLCN)
How we support you:
Support with social interaction and communication strategies
Quiet spaces and alternative learning approaches
Structured routines and clear visual aids
Support with social interaction and communication strategies
For students with physical disabilities or sensory impairments that affect mobility, access to learning, or engagement in college life.
This includes:
Physical disabilities affecting mobility or coordination
Hearing impairments (HI) and visual impairments (VI)
How we support you:
Personal support for mobility and daily tasks
Access to assistive technology and ergonomic equipment
Accessible learning environments and adapted materials (braille, large print, hearing loops)
Personal support for mobility and daily tasks
For students who experience emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges that impact their education.
This includes:
Anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions
ADHD and behavioural needs
Trauma or emotional difficulties
How we support you:
Wellbeing and pastoral support
Safe spaces and quiet areas
Counselling services and mentoring
For further information please contact the Wellbeing Team on 01733 762122, call in to the Wellbeing Centre in Yellow Zone (YE-016) or email them on
wellbeingcentre.pbo@ieg.ac.uk
For students with long-term medical conditions that affect their ability to participate fully in college life.
This includes:
Epilepsy, diabetes and chronic fatigue syndrome
Other health conditions requiring individualised support
How we support you:
Access to medical support and emergency care planning
Flexible timetables and rest areas
Health and safety plans tailored to individual needs
Access to medical support and emergency care planning
How to Access Support
We encourage all students who may need additional support to reach out as early as possible so we can put the right arrangements in place.
Before you start college:
Indicate any additional needs when you apply.
If you have an
EHCP
, let us know so we can plan your support.
What happens next:
Meet with the
ALS team
to discuss your needs.
Work with us to create a
tailored support plan
.
Receive ongoing support and regular reviews to empower you to manage your own success.
📩
Email us
:
als.smd@ieg.ac.uk
📍
Visit us
: ALS Office
What support will I receive?
Your Support Plan will outline the support recommended to ensure that you can achieve your course and build on your independent study skills. These recommendations could include:
Out-of-class small group English and Maths support
Out-of-class small group assignment support
Mobility support
Communication in BSL
Modification of learning materials (braille, visual timetable and large print)
In-class support (prompts, readers, scribe)
Note-taking
Specialist resources and equipment (laptops with assistive software, Dictaphone and reader pen)
Personal care
Support in lunch, breaks and unstructured times
Meet and greet at the start/ end of the day
Transition support
Orientation
Exam access arrangements
Recharge room—a space designed specifically for our Neurodivergent students to take a breath and reset whenever the world feels a bit too loud or overwhelming. This room is a sanctuary, where the usual demands of the college day are paused especially at break and lunchtimes. To access this space please speak to your LSC for a referral.
What support is there for transitioning to college?
If you would like to explore our facilities before you attend you can do this via our
virtual tour
.
You can attend the college
open events
or a meet the tutor event to tour the college, speak, and ask the tutors questions.
You will be invited to attend our
Taster Day
, a full-day experience designed to support your transition from school to College.
If you require any support whilst attending a taster day, please email and
get in touch
before attending so that we can arrange for you to be met by one of our staff.
If you feel you need additional support with transition, please
contact our Transition Officer at
transition.smd@ieg.ac.uk
.
What support is available now I’m leaving college to go to university?
If you are considering applying to university and need some support, you must apply for Disabled Students Allowance. Please check the government website for further information:
https://www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowance-dsa
If you need help deciding your next steps, visit our
Careers Advice Team
.
What
if I have an EHCP?
If you have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) the Local Authority will name your preferred Post 16 setting following a consultation with the setting. For more information on this process have a look at your Local Authorities Local Offer.
The ALS team will help you with your transition to us, whatever course you will be starting with us. If you are looking at studying at the College, you can choose to invite one of the team during your Year 10 and 11 Annual Reviews at school.
When you are at College each year you will have an annual review of your EHCP. At your review there will be yourself, family members/advocates, staff from the College and other professionals. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the progress you are making at College, your mid and long-term plans, what is working well, what you might require support with and your aspirations for the future. We will also review your EHCP to see if anything needs updating. The meeting will take 1-2 hours.
S
ee below for the links to the local authorities
.
Exam Access Arrangements
Exam access arrangements from school do not automatically transfer to college.
To be considered for adjustments such as extra time, a reader, a scribe or assistive technology, you must:
Use these arrangements regularly in lessons as your normal way of working.
Speak with your subject tutor as soon as possible about your needs and any previous EAAs.
Provide evidence from your previous school (without this, adjustments may not be granted). Please forward this to the exams access arrangement team.
Tutors confirm eligibility by observing and documenting your normal classroom practice. All arrangements must be approved in advance, so please start this process early.
Contacts for Support
If you have questions, please contact our Exam Access Arrangements team below:
Stamford College:
eaa.smd@ieg.ac.uk
Group Lead: Cat Bevan
The Local Offer for the Closest Local Authorities
Lincolnshire County Council
Rutland County Council
Northamptonshire County Council
Leicestershire County Council
Peterborough City Council
Cambridgeshire County Council
Norfolk County Council
Get in touch
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Learning Support & SEND at Stamford College
At
Stamford College
, we believe every student should have the opportunity to succeed, whatever their learning needs. Our
Additional Learning Support (ALS) team
provides tailored support to remove barriers to learning, ensuring you have the resources and assistance needed to thrive in your studies.
We work closely with students, parents, carers, schools, and external agencies to provide the right support for you, whether you have a
learning difficulty, disability, medical condition or additional needs
.
How We Support
At Stamford College, we understand that
every student’s journey is different
. Some students may need additional support to
access learning, navigate college life, or achieve their full potential
. Our team provides personalised support to help with learning difficulties, disabilities, medical conditions, mental health needs and other challenges that might affect your education.
Support is available for students assessed with barriers to learning, Special Educational Needs, and disabilities, which may include specific learning difficulties.
For students who need additional help with reading, writing, processing information, or problem-solving.
This includes:
Dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia
Moderate to severe learning difficulties (MLD/SLD)
Profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD)
How we support you:
Assistive technology and adapted learning materials
Extra time or adjustments for assessments
One-to-one and small group learning support
Assistive technology and adapted learning materials
For students who find it difficult to communicate, interact socially, or process verbal instructions.
This includes:
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Speech, language and communication needs (SLCN)
How we support you:
Support with social interaction and communication strategies
Quiet spaces and alternative learning approaches
Structured routines and clear visual aids
Support with social interaction and communication strategies
For students with physical disabilities or sensory impairments that affect mobility, access to learning, or engagement in college life.
This includes:
Physical disabilities affecting mobility or coordination
Hearing impairments (HI) and visual impairments (VI)
How we support you:
Personal support for mobility and daily tasks
Access to assistive technology and ergonomic equipment
Accessible learning environments and adapted materials (braille, large print, hearing loops)
Personal support for mobility and daily tasks
For students who experience emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges that impact their education.
This includes:
Anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions
ADHD and behavioural needs
Trauma or emotional difficulties
How we support you:
Wellbeing and pastoral support
Safe spaces and quiet areas
Counselling services and mentoring
For further information please contact the Wellbeing Team on 01733 762122, call in to the Wellbeing Centre in Yellow Zone (YE-016) or email them on
wellbeingcentre.pbo@ieg.ac.uk
For students with long-term medical conditions that affect their ability to participate fully in college life.
This includes:
Epilepsy, diabetes and chronic fatigue syndrome
Other health conditions requiring individualised support
How we support you:
Access to medical support and emergency care planning
Flexible timetables and rest areas
Health and safety plans tailored to individual needs
Access to medical support and emergency care planning
How to Access Support
We encourage all students who may need additional support to reach out as early as possible so we can put the right arrangements in place.
Before you start college:
Indicate any additional needs when you apply.
If you have an
EHCP
, let us know so we can plan your support.
What happens next:
Meet with the
ALS team
to discuss your needs.
Work with us to create a
tailored support plan
.
Receive ongoing support and regular reviews to empower you to manage your own success.
📩
Email us
:
als.smd@ieg.ac.uk
📍
Visit us
: ALS Office
What support will I receive?
Your Support Plan will outline the support recommended to ensure that you can achieve your course and build on your independent study skills. These recommendations could include:
Out-of-class small group English and Maths support
Out-of-class small group assignment support
Mobility support
Communication in BSL
Modification of learning materials (braille, visual timetable and large print)
In-class support (prompts, readers, scribe)
Note-taking
Specialist resources and equipment (laptops with assistive software, Dictaphone and reader pen)
Personal care
Support in lunch, breaks and unstructured times
Meet and greet at the start/ end of the day
Transition support
Orientation
Exam access arrangements
Recharge room—a space designed specifically for our Neurodivergent students to take a breath and reset whenever the world feels a bit too loud or overwhelming. This room is a sanctuary, where the usual demands of the college day are paused especially at break and lunchtimes. To access this space please speak to your LSC for a referral.
What support is there for transitioning to college?
If you would like to explore our facilities before you attend you can do this via our
virtual tour
.
You can attend the college
open events
or a meet the tutor event to tour the college, speak, and ask the tutors questions.
You will be invited to attend our
Taster Day
, a full-day experience designed to support your transition from school to College.
If you require any support whilst attending a taster day, please email and
get in touch
before attending so that we can arrange for you to be met by one of our staff.
If you feel you need additional support with transition, please
contact our Transition Officer at
transition.smd@ieg.ac.uk
.
What support is available now I’m leaving college to go to university?
If you are considering applying to university and need some support, you must apply for Disabled Students Allowance. Please check the government website for further information:
https://www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowance-dsa
If you need help deciding your next steps, visit our
Careers Advice Team
.
What
if I have an EHCP?
If you have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) the Local Authority will name your preferred Post 16 setting following a consultation with the setting. For more information on this process have a look at your Local Authorities Local Offer.
The ALS team will help you with your transition to us, whatever course you will be starting with us. If you are looking at studying at the College, you can choose to invite one of the team during your Year 10 and 11 Annual Reviews at school.
When you are at College each year you will have an annual review of your EHCP. At your review there will be yourself, family members/advocates, staff from the College and other professionals. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the progress you are making at College, your mid and long-term plans, what is working well, what you might require support with and your aspirations for the future. We will also review your EHCP to see if anything needs updating. The meeting will take 1-2 hours.
S
ee below for the links to the local authorities
.
Exam Access Arrangements
Exam access arrangements from school do not automatically transfer to college.
To be considered for adjustments such as extra time, a reader, a scribe or assistive technology, you must:
Use these arrangements regularly in lessons as your normal way of working.
Speak with your subject tutor as soon as possible about your needs and any previous EAAs.
Provide evidence from your previous school (without this, adjustments may not be granted). Please forward this to the exams access arrangement team.
Tutors confirm eligibility by observing and documenting your normal classroom practice. All arrangements must be approved in advance, so please start this process early.
Contacts for Support
If you have questions, please contact our Exam Access Arrangements team below:
Stamford College:
eaa.smd@ieg.ac.uk
Group Lead: Cat Bevan
The Local Offer for the Closest Local Authorities
Lincolnshire County Council
Rutland County Council
Northamptonshire County Council
Leicestershire County Council
Peterborough City Council
Cambridgeshire County Council
Norfolk County Council
Get in touch
"
*
" indicates required fields
Skip to
How We Support
How to Access Support
What Support Will I Receive?
Transitioning to College
Leaving College Support
What If I Have An EHCP?
Exam Access Arrangements
Specialist Support and Facilities
Local Offer
Get In Touch
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Stamford College
Drift Road Stamford PE9 1XA
enquiries@stamford.ac.uk
Youtube
01780 484 300
QUICK LINKS
Student Experience
Courses
Apprenticeships
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Employer Engagement
Prospectus
ACCESS
Careers
Contact us
Complaints and Compliments
Facilities
Student Portal
Term Dates
Policies
Privacy Policy
Manage Cookies
Accessibility
Governance and Leadership
Published Documents
Part of the Inspire Education Group © 2025 All rights reserved.
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