Northumberland College’s Foundation Learning Department gives students the opportunity to gain skills that will help them to live independently, move onto further education courses, into employment or other training.

Students are taught in small classes with group sizes typically between 8 and 10 students. Experienced and qualified staff provide a supportive environment for students to develop their confidence both in and outside of the classroom.

Additional Learning Support Team provides services for learners with a wide range of learning support needs including one to one classroom support and personal supervision.

Who are the courses for?
The department caters for a wide range of students including:
• School leavers aged 16-19 with emotional and behavioural difficulties or moderate learning difficulties, who need a little help and extra support before moving onto a full time vocational course or into employment. Programmes of study include: Bridging, Pathways, Self Development and Employability Skills.

• School leavers aged 19+ with a range of learning difficulties and/or disabilities who need additional help and support in small groups. Programme of study includes: Extended Education School Leavers.

• Adults with a range of learning difficulties and/or disabilities who need additional help and support in small groups. Programme of study includes: Extended Education Adult Returners.

Click here to find out more about the department or on the links above to find out about each of the courses available.

If you would like more information or help to apply for any of our foundation learning courses, please either contact our Info Zone on 01670 841200 or visit your local Connexions office.