We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where all learners are supported to participate, progress and achieve their learning goals.
We recognise that learners may have additional needs related to disability, learning differences, health conditions or other individual circumstances. With our learners, we aim to identify needs early and put appropriate, reasonable support in place to remove barriers to learning.
Support is provided through two linked but distinct areas of provision: Learning Support and Supported Learning.
Learning Support
Learning Support is available to learners studying on adult learning courses who may need adjustments to help them access learning or assessment.
The Learning Support team is responsible for identifying and coordinating access requirements and reasonable adjustments. This support is agreed in discussion with our learners and reviewed as needed.
Reasonable adjustments may include:
- Learning materials in alternative formats (for example large print)
- Adjustments to teaching or learning activities
- Use of specialist or adaptive equipment
- Support with physical access to buildings, classrooms or facilities
- Planning formal Access Arrangements for accredited or qualification-based courses
- Guidance on available financial or practical support
The Learning Support Coordinator also works with tutors and curriculum teams to ensure that support is proportionate, appropriate and effective.
For further information or to arrange a call please contact us using the email below.
Email: sal.learnersupport@surreycc.gov.uk
Supported Learning (Specialist Provision)
Supported Learning provides a curriculum for adults with specific learning disabilities who benefit from a tailored and structured learning environment.
Courses are designed to support personal development, independence, wellbeing and engagement through a range of subject areas, including:
- Arts and crafts
- Dance, drama and exercise
- Healthy living
- English Maths and Digital Skills
Supported Learning courses are delivered by specialist staff and are intended for learners whose needs are best met through specialist provision, rather than mainstream courses with reasonable adjustments.
Letting us know about your support needs
Early identification of support needs helps us to ensure learners are placed on the most appropriate course and support is in place from the start.
Learners are encouraged to tell us about any additional needs by:
- Discussing needs during a prearranged Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG), session with our team where applicable.
- Declaring needs at enrolment
- Speaking to their tutor at the start of the course
- Contacting the Supported Learning team directly to speak in confidence
If a course or learning environment is not accessible or appropriate, we will work with learners to explore suitable alternatives or reasonable adjustments that support their learning goals to the best of our ability.
For further information or to arrange a call please contact us using the email below.
Supported Learning team contact details
Email: supported.learning@surreycc.gov.uk
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is intended to promote the welfare of everyone, especially those who are most vulnerable, by helping to protect them from bullying, harassment, abuse of any kind, discrimination or victimisation. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
Please see our safeguarding and British values in adult learning.