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Supported To Learn (Independence)

at South Staffordshire College, Penkridge · college

Entry levelStepping stonesOther35 weeksFull timeFree

What the college says

Supported to learn (STL) is designed to help people with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and/or learners with moderate learning difficulties (MLD) which is not accompanied by an addition need (personal care, medication or secure environment) achieve their full potential within a wider college environment, preparing them for study within a mainstream college environment while still having specialist staff deliver their education and support them in a safe and secure learning environment.

What you need to get on

There are no formal qualifications needed for this provision. Learners expected on this provision will be operating at P7 to entry level 1+

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A supported starting point if exams have not gone well yet.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Not on the Section 96 list, but a school or college runs it full time, so check the age range with them.

Where it runs

  • Rodbaston Campus

    Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge, ST19 5PH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Penkridge

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