Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» College has achieved a national charity award in recognition of its work to improve support for autistic people.
A national, specialist college in Mansfield, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» College, has gained the National Autistic Society’s Autism Specialist Award Advanced Status for specialist providers in sectors including education, social care and the justice system.
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» College, is a specialist college supporting people with disabilities for 75 years, a residential care provider and Centre of Excellence for Autism.
The two day assessment, which drew on a wide range of evidence including observations, learner and parent feedback, survey data and case studies, took place in June this year and management received a glowing report from the assessors over the Summer.
The report stated; “Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» College demonstrated a high level of quality and consistency in aligning with the principles of person-centred, evidence-informed support for autistic students.
“Students described Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» as a happy, inclusive place where they enjoy friendships, sensory supports, and meaningful learning experiences. Parents echoed this sentiment, consistently praising the college’s person-centred ethos, professionalism and the visible progress in their children’s confidence, communication and independence.â€
Angela Newton-Soanes, Principal at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» College, is thrilled with the result; “This fantastic recognition is testament to the hard work and dedication from all staff at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³». Their deep understanding of autism and our learners make our college a happy and inclusive space.â€
Christine Flintoft-Smith, Head of Autism Accreditation and Projects at the National Autistic Society, said: “We are delighted that Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» College has achieved the Autism Specialist Award. The team should be exceptionally proud of their achievement and commitment towards improving support for autistic people.â€
The National Autistic Society’s Autism Accreditation Programme is the UK’s only autism-specific quality assurance programme of support and development for all those providing services to autistic people.
