Keighley College Student Guide 2020/21

Student Guide 2020/21

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Some important information: Course Code: Course Title: Tutor’s Name: Department telephone number:

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Contents 1

Welcome and Introduction .......................................................................... p.4

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College Values .............................................................................................................. p.8

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College Dates ................................................................................................................ p.6

I’m In ........................................................................................................................................... p.10 Student Life Enrichment .................................................................................. p.12 Careers, Work Experience and Progression ........................... p.16

Who can I ask for help? ..................................................................................... p.18

Student Financial Support ............................................................................ p.20 Student Financial Support Fund ........................................................... p.22

10 How to Apply for Student Financial Support ........................ p.24 11

Feeling Safe ...................................................................................................................... p.26

12 Wellbeing and Mental Health .................................................................. p.28 13 Key Contacts ................................................................................................................... p.31

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Welcome and Introduction

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We would like to wish you a very warm welcome to Keighley College.

We want you to have a great time at college, while achieving your full potential and gaining the skills and qualifications needed for work, apprenticeships or university.

This guide tells you about the activities, help and services available, so you can get the most out of your college experience.

We hope you have a fantastic time!

Caroline Ward Head of Shared Services

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College Dates

We have high expectations of all students, which includes punctuality and full attendance of classes.

If you are unable to attend college, please call our attendance line: 01535 685 109.

You will need to provide your student ID number, reason for absence and your tutor’s name in any messages, emails or texts.

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Induction week - 7 September 2020

Last Day

Christmas

18/12/20 04/01/21

Return Date

Autumn half term 23/10/20 02/11/20

Spring half term 12/02/21 22/02/21 Easter holiday

26/03/21 12/04/21

May Bank holiday 30/04/21 04/05/21 Summer half term 28/05/21 07/06/21 End of the year 02/07/21

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College Values Excellence

Excelling in teaching and learning to develop world-ready students.

Dynamic

Developing a culture where new ideas are embraced and nurtured.

Enterprising

Determination to find successful solutions.

Collaborative

Partnerships with employers in the development and delivery of the curriculum.

Aspirational Being the best we can.

Empowering Being an active member of the Keighley & District community, seeking opportunities to improve lives.

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You can expect to be: •

INCLUDED and respected.

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INFLUENCED by inventive learning experiences.

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INSPIRED by your teachers.

INFORMED of all the opportunities for you to get involved in.

INDIVIDUALLY supported.

INSTRUMENTAL in change by being listened to.

Supported in INCREASING your potential and making the progress that you are capable of!

We will expect you to be: •

IN on time.

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INQUISITIVE and take an active part in your learning.

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INCLUSIVE and respectful of others.

INVOLVED in everything you can in and out of class.

INDEPENDENT.

INFLUENTIAL by having a voice in college.

Proactive, make INCREDIBLE progress and be the best you can be.

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Student Life Enrichment

We want you to have fun and experience new things whilst at college.

You can access a wide range of enrichment activities through our Student Engagement and Enrichment team. These enrichment activities give you the opportunity to gain social skills, increase confidence, improve communication, broaden your horizons, be inspired and lead healthier life.

Student Voice

Student Voice is an integral part of college life and plays a pivotal role in ensuring we meet student needs. Students are at the heart of what we do and we know how important it is to engage them in all aspects of college life, to ensure they are getting the most out of their time here.

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Making it Happen

The Student Engagement and Enrichment team works with a wide range of local and national organisations to improve and support our offer, by gaining funding, utilising resources and developing relationships. Enrichment is organised for you through our departments and teams.

Enrichment can take many forms, including: Weekly activities

Social and educational trips Visiting speakers

Local and national events

Volunteering and social action projects

Some examples of activities include: LGBTQ+ Society

Bradford Youth Service Youth Group Duke of Edinburgh Award National Citizen Service

Mental Health Peer Support

Sexual Health and Relationship Support

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Fundraising

Children in Need Comic Relief

Raise money for local hospices through bake sales, fitness challenges and sponsorship

Campaigns

Black History Month, LGBTQ+ History Month and more

Support for students who want to organise campaigns on different topics

Sports and activities Sports teams

Gym sessions

Fitness (table tennis, boxing, fitness classes, running)

Student-led societies (LGBTQ+, debating, gaming)

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Careers, Work Experience and Progression We provide an impartial careers service to help you plan your future and achieve your goals.

We offer appointments with careers advisors from Connexions and the National Careers Service which are bookable through reception and are open to all students. We also plan a number of careers events throughout the year, such as the Higher Education Fair and jobs fairs.

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All full-time students undertake work experience as part of their course. This may be a substantial industry placement, Leeds City Region or European work placement, work taster, simulated work environment or social action project.

Speak to your tutor to find out what type of work experience you’ll be taking part in. If the Work Experience team is working with your group, they will come to your class to deliver an information session and will work with you to either find a placement to match your interests or support you with finding your own placement.

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Who can I ask for help?

Learning Support Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) support. Are you a student with SEND who may need specialist support?

Don’t worry, we’re here to help. Our friendly Learning Support team is here to ensure that everyone has a positive experience at the college and their needs are supported.

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We will carry out an assessment that will consider your individual learning needs and then create a package of support that is personalised, reviewed and adapted, where required, throughout your course.

We provide advice and guidance to your tutors so they know how you learn best. It is really important that you tell us about any support that you have received in school, for example, in class or out of class mentoring, exam access arrangements such as extra time, reader or scribe requirement, so we can make sure that you get the support you need.

We want to ensure that you get the most out of your time here and we are committed to supporting all students to achieve to the best of their ability. We will work with you to prepare you for adulthood so you feel confident about living more independently and, where appropriate, gain the skills required for employment.

We are an established and experienced team that works flexibly to support your needs in a way that promotes independence where possible.

Please speak to your progress mentor about any support needs in the first instance.

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Student Financial Support

Students facing financial barriers can access a range of support to help them succeed with their studies. With support for meals and travel passes available, don’t let money worries hold you back from your future.

The following financial support is available to eligible students to help with costs associated with studying: 16-19 Discretionary Bursary 16-18 Priority Fund

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Don’t let childcare worries stand in your way.

You may be eligible for support with the costs of childcare whilst you study. We have the following financial support for eligible students: 20+ Childcare Fund

Childcare costs for under 20s

For details on the eligible criteria for each fund, go to:

keighleycollege.ac.uk/information-hub/fees-finance

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Student Financial Support Fund You may be eligible to receive support, depending on your individual circumstances.

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Students that match the income criteria can access support to enable them to succeed in their studies. You could get help with the following expenses: Travel passes

Meals, including supermarket vouchers whilst on internships and work placements Childcare costs

Hardship and emergency funds

Advanced Learner Loan students may receive support with course-related equipment, kit and uniform, as well as education visits and residentials Free sanitary products

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How to apply for Student Financial Support Once enrolled on a course, you can apply through the Student Financial Support Funds and Welfare intranet page on the student intranet.

For more information or guidance, contact your progress mentor or enquire at main reception to speak with the college Financial Support team in Keighley.

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Feeling Safe

Keighley College is a safe environment and we have procedures in place to ensure you have an enjoyable learning experience. The college’s Safeguarding team is available to support you with any concerns.

We take all concerns seriously, act upon them and offer support through specialist services. You can talk to your tutor, another trusted staff member in college or click the ‘REPORT IT’ button on the student intranet.

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Wellbeing and Mental Health

If something in your life is causing you stress or you are feeling unwell, we have a mental health and wellbeing team to support you.

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You can speak with your progress mentor for further support or a trusted member of staff.

Many of our staff have had mental health first aid training. You can find further resources at bmywellbeingcollege.nhs.uk or speak with the college’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Champion.

We are fortunate to also work with Bradford Youth Service, who run a weekly drop-in youth group to support young people with their mental health and wellbeing, as well as access to many external community groups for support.

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Key Contacts If you have any questions, please contact: Call: 01535 685 000

Email: enquiries@keighleycollege.ac.uk Find us on social media: /keighleycollege

@keighleycollege @keighleycollege

A member of Luminate Education Group

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