Supported To Learn (Independence)
at South Staffordshire College, Penkridge · college
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?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Tamworth Campus
Tamworth Campus Croft Street, Tamworth, B79 8AE
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journeyLichfield Campus
Lichfield Campus The Friary, Lichfield, WS13 6QG
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journeyRodbaston Campus
Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge, ST19 5PH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Tamworth
- 1 September 2026 · Lichfield
- 1 September 2026 · Penkridge
- 1 September 2026 · Tamworth
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