Bedford College Group

Bedford College Group has a number of campuses in Bedford and at Shuttleworth near Biggleswade. They offer a wide range of full-time study programmes and many subjects that are not found at local schools.

If a student has an identified learning difficulty and/or disability the Additional Support team can provide support and give assistant to complete the course.

• Learning Facilitators offer small group support to make assignments fantastic and develop English and maths skills further
• specialist equipment, adapted materials and other resources to support learning
• special exam arrangements if required
• support with accessing the College
• hearing and autistic support specialists

The Foundation Skills Programme is aimed at young people with identified learning difficulties and/or disabilities.  The programme is aimed at developing social, personal, employability and independent learning skills within a supported environment.

The Pathways department provide a stimulating and nurturing environment for students with different learning needs to develop in independence, confidence and skills.  The Pathways courses are designed to teach practical and transferrable skills which can be taken into the workplace and give learners a positive environment in which they can make friends and enjoy activities.

Independent Living (Pathways)

Pathways 2 Work (Adults)

Personal Progress (Pathways)

Preparing for Adulthood (Pathways)

Supported Internships (Pathways)