For those with learning difficulties or special learning needs, it’s incredibly important to find the right college with a strong support framework to support the young person’s next step. That’s why for students aged 16 to 24, we offer a unique package of Foundation Learning with four different ‘Pathways to Adulthood’ courses, ranging from pre-entry level to level 1. With a mixture of classroom, practical and enriching activities, our aim is to equip students with skills, confidence, an opportunity to meet new friends and explore new opportunities at a pace that feels right for them.
Student benefits:
Simply put, we make sure they have the best experience possible, so they can be the best they can be in the future
Designed to develop some of the knowledge and skills needed to operate within a community, particularly in accessing and using services.
Designed to bring together elements of the inward-facing aspects of looking after yourself and your home, and the outward-facing aspects of living in the community.
Designed to enable learners to improve their motivation and confidence, and learn skills that are relevant to employment and personal development, which will help them make informed career, lifestyle and progression choices.
A step towards moving into a mainstream vocational area, where the qualifications are a nationally recognised qualification from City & Guilds.
A LIFE & EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
DEDICATED, CARING AND SUPPORTIVE STAFF
STRONG FOCUS ON HEALTH & WELL-BEING
HIGHEST OFSTED RATED COLLEGE
IN TYNESIDE
STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES
CLOSE LINKS WITH LOCAL EMPLOYERS
Preparation for Employment and Training
When I moved here I was learning at home but I needed to come to college as I want to join the police force. I didn’t have the grades, so I am doing a year on Preparing for Employment to improve my grades. I have been able to settle at college and this year has reduced me worrying about how teachers would treat me. Everyone is very accepting about autism and ADHD and it has helped me get ready for moving on to Uniform Services in September
2019
As a result of the effective continuous support, learners with SEND make good progress from their starting points.
Preparation for Living in the Community
I came to TyneMet from St Thomas Moore and this is my second year. I have learnt lots in Aspire about computers, green screens, video software and design software. Helen is a good teacher and she helps us a lot. I also found remote learning easy, but I prefer to be at college. I have been able to act this year in mini movies and my confidence has grown. I enjoy the work but feel like I am still learning something, which is good. I like to chill with my friends and chill in my lessons too. The best thing about my course is learning about how to file format and make green screens. If I could change one thing it would be to come 5 days a week instead of 3.
We want to make sure you have all the information you need to make the right decision about where the person you care for studies after leaving school. To make sure we provide the right support and guidance for the person you care for, we recommend you come along to one of our events.
If the person you care for needs a little support, they could be entitled to extra help with costs.
At TyneMet, we’re committed to offering a space for students to feel safe, secure, valued and respected. Everyone has the right to protection from all forms of abuse, neglect or exploitation.
It’s our staff members’ responsibility to protect young people and vulnerable adults, and we aim to make sure all adults who may have unsupervised access to the above student groups are deemed fit to work with them.
In light of recent legislation, we also know we have a responsibility to safeguard staff and will provide clear guidelines and systems regarding staff responsibilities towards the protection of young people and vulnerable adults.
Here are some links you may find useful.
And don’t forget, we’re always happy to help, so feel free to get in touch.
Our team is always ready to help. So if you have questions on courses, your career, or anything else, complete this contact form and we’ll be in touch.
