College of Sanctuary

We commit to ensuring that we are a fully inclusive college, which provides a positive and valuable educational experience by enabling all learners to access education and gain the necessary language and communication skills to develop personally, progress on their chosen pathway and to actively participate in their local community. We will be a safe place for those seeking sanctuary.

We will do this through:

• Embedding inclusive, accessible and representative practice across teaching, learning and assessment
• Challenging discrimination, harassment and bullying in all forms
• Celebrating diversity, through visible, meaningful and representative activity
• Identifying and supporting learners who face disadvantage or multiple barriers
• Break down barriers to learning by actively reducing and eliminating achievement, attendance and progression gaps
• Promoting and implementing fair, transparent and inclusive employment practices
• Promoting respect, understanding and belonging through our RESO (Resilience Support Organisation) informed approaches
• Working collaboratively with employers, communities and partners to widen participation and improve outcomes
• Monitoring progress through data, feedback and transparent reporting, and taking action where inequalities are identified

We are committed to ensuring that every learner can access opportunities, progress confidently, and feel part of our college community.

Our offer includes:

• A wide range of ESOL courses and progression pathways
• Pastoral, wellbeing and financial support
• Trauma‑informed, RESO‑informed staff practice
• Opportunities to join enrichment, volunteering and community activities
• Strong partnerships with local organisations supporting sanctuary seekers