Additional Learning Support

Our specialist staff are here to support students who have varying needs including physical, sensory, dyslexia, autism, global learning delay, challenging behaviour and mental health.

Support available

We have facilities and resources to assist further with complex needs and our dedicated team provides support for:

dyslexia
dyspraxia
autistic spectrum conditions
social behavioural difficulties
physical and mobility difficulties
hearing or sight impairment
medical conditions
learning difficulties
mental health conditions

Support services can include:

focused transition activities prior to the start of College
experienced and skilled learning support practitioners
development of independence skills
meeting personal care needs
supervision at the beginning and end of the day and at breaktimes
focused travel training in partnership with parents/carers
job coaching in the workplace
administration of medication
exam arrangements for individuals

Starting your time at the College

Learner needs are met following an assessment to identify the best method of support. There will be an induction programme to give information about the facilities and resources of the College and the support team will keep in touch while you are at the College through termly reviews. Please let us know your needs when you make your application to the College.

Further support can be arranged once you have started. If you require further support or information please email the Head of Additional Learning Support: Christina.Dundon@eastkent.ac.uk

Christina Dundon is the Head of Additional Learning Support, you can find out more about her journey to FE by clicking here Christina's Bio

Accessibility Statement

Our aim is to support students to learn the skills to manage personal challenges and to enable students to have greater independence in their learning and personal lives.