Shipley College Full-time Prospectus 2019-20
We are a small, friendly college based in beautiful buildings in Saltaire Village, offering great full-time and part-time courses, apprenticeships and traineeships.
We are a small, friendly college based in beautiful buildings in Saltaire Village, offering great full-time and part-time courses, apprenticeships and traineeships.
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All the support you need<br />
Student Support<br />
At <strong>Shipley</strong> <strong>College</strong>, we understand that no two<br />
students are the same. We treat our students<br />
as individuals and aim to help you reach your full<br />
potential. Our highly qualified Student Services<br />
Team offer a network of support to ensure you<br />
gain the most from your studies. We want you to<br />
be successful throughout your college years and<br />
beyond.<br />
• Student Services are your first point of contact for<br />
impartial advice and guidance on study, personal<br />
matters, finding employment and university<br />
applications to name a few areas.<br />
• Personal Tutors and Learning Coaches will<br />
meet with you for regular tutorials to track your<br />
progress and provide any necessary guidance.<br />
• The <strong>College</strong> prioritises safeguarding. If you have<br />
a concern, raise it with any member of staff and<br />
we will deal appropriately and sensitively with the<br />
issue.<br />
Additional Learning Support<br />
This team offers extra assistance, help and advice if<br />
you have particular needs which affect your ability to<br />
study, make progress or access the <strong>College</strong>.<br />
The in-class support we provide includes:<br />
• Learning Support Assistants and Communication<br />
Support Workers, as well as one-to-one sessions,<br />
small group work, adapted materials and<br />
assistance with mobility.<br />
• Assistive technology such as adapted keyboards,<br />
specialised software and a range of laptops.<br />
To discuss your support needs or for further<br />
information contact us or search ‘Local Offer’<br />
on www.shipley.ac.uk<br />
Financial Support<br />
If you are aged 16-18, courses are free<br />
All students can apply for a 16-18 PhotoCard with<br />
Metro travel which cuts your costs of travel to<br />
<strong>College</strong>.<br />
Dependent on your personal or family financial<br />
circumstances, you may also qualify for:<br />
• A weekly bursary payment to help support you<br />
with course-related items such as equipment or<br />
uniform requirements.<br />
• Free college meals - eligible students are given<br />
a daily allowance to buy food from the <strong>College</strong><br />
canteens.<br />
Equality and Diversity<br />
At <strong>Shipley</strong> <strong>College</strong>, we do not tolerate discrimination,<br />
harassment or bullying against anyone. We pride<br />
ourselves on the diversity of our staff and students<br />
and provide equality of opportunity for those who<br />
learn and work here. The <strong>College</strong> is committed to<br />
pursuing non-discriminatory practices and policies.<br />
Copies of our policies can be viewed online or<br />
requested from Student Services.<br />
Call Student Services<br />
If you have any questions, need more<br />
information or would like to find out<br />
if you are eligible for financial support<br />
call 01274 327281<br />
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<strong>Shipley</strong> <strong>College</strong> | 01274 327281 | studentservices@shipley.ac.uk | www.shipley.ac.uk<br />
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