Strathmore College

Strathmore College in Stoke on Trent provides individualised courses for learners aged 16-25 with mild to severe learning disabilities, challenging behaviour and complex needs, including autism/ASC and Down's Syndrome.

Situated in a lively urban environment, the College makes maximum use of the local community links to provide real life work and living opportunities for all learners.

Curriculum

• Independent living, social and communication skills
• 38 and 52 week full or part time courses, starting throughout the year
• Courses linked to external accreditation, leading to nationally recognised qualifications
• Opportunities to develop vocational skills and gain real work experience
• Extensive programme of social, leisure and sporting activities within the community

Facilities

• Situated in a lively and diverse urban environment with most activities taking place in the community
• Places for up tp 48 residential and day learners
• College-owned retail outlets and factory unit to develop vocational skills and provide real work experience
• Well established links with local employers to provide work placments in retail, catering and horticultural environments
• Residential accommodation within three registered homes in the local community, encouraging the development of independent living skills and social integration
• DDA compliant residential accommodation available

Key Facts

• 87% of learners leaving Strathmore College in 2010 achieved their target of going on to further education
• 72% achieved their target going onto employment or being employment ready
• 86% achieved their target of moving into supported living within the community

Obtaining Funding

NATSPEC (The Association of National Specialist Colleges) has recently published new advice on how to apply to and obtain funding for a Specialist College. Please click on the link below to download the guide.

NATSPEC Information for parents and carers, February 2011

Location

Strathmore College,
38/40 Dimsdale Parade East,
Wolstanton,
Stoke on Trent,
ST5 8BU

Contact details

Telephone: 01782 740 864
Fax number: 01782 740034
Email address: strathmore.college@craegmoor.co.uk