Reaseheath Further Education Student Information Booklet 2015

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Further Education

STUDENT INFORMATION BOOKLET 2015

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Student Information Booklet

Introduction and Welcome As Principal, I welcome you to our 2015 Student Information Booklet and thank you for your interest in Reaseheath College.

This booklet will provide you with the information you will require before you arrive at Reaseheath in September 2015.

It is only by meeting Reaseheath staff and seeing our excellent facilities and resources first hand that you will be able to fully appreciate the benefits of the Reaseheath Experience. Few other colleges offer such wonderful surroundings and such caring, supportive and dedicated staff that will enable you to achieve your full potential.

We are very proud of our strong links with industry that, coupled with our specialist facilities and staff, will help you to develop the skills and knowledge that will provide you with the best possible start to your chosen career. Many of our former students tell us that their time at Reaseheath was not only enjoyable, but changed their lives!

I look forward to welcoming you to our college in September.

Meredydd David OBE, Principal

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Contents Checklist Checklist for enclosed forms to be completed and returned to Reaseheath College 4

Update Your Personal Record 5 Enrolment

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General Information for all Students Further Education Registration Form (to be returned) 8-10

Financial Information 19+ Tuition Fees / 24+ Advanced Learning Loan

11-14

Residential Information Accommodation Rates 16 Meal Cards

17

Information on Accommodation

19-20

Residential Accommodation Application Form (to be returned) 21

Transport Transport arrangements 2015/2016

23-25

Transport arrangements by train and own transport

26

Transport Application Form (to be returned) 27

Finance Information Further Education Financial Information

29-32

Residential and Discretionary Learner Support Fund Application Form (to be returned)

33-37

Unique Learner Information

39-40

Term Dates 2015/2016

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Contact Information 42 How To Find Us 43 www.rease he a th. a c . uk

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Checklist

Checklist Forms to be returned to Reaseheath College Please return all forms within 14 days of receipt.

Form

Page Numbers

Who needs to complete and return this form?

Further Education Registration Form 2015/2016

9-10

All students

Residential Accommodation Form 2015/2016

21

Students who want to apply for residential accommodation at Reaseheath College

Transport Application Form

27

Students who want to apply for bus transport to and from the College

Residential and Discretionary Learner Support Fund Application Form 2015/2016

33-37

Students who wish to apply for financial support

Tick

Information on bus timetables, living in halls of residence and bursary funds can be found online www.reaseheath.ac.uk/fejoininginfo

Please return all forms using the enclosed pre-paid envelope provided.

All forms are perforated and can be removed from the booklet.

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Update Your Personal Record

UPDATE YOUR PERSONAL RECORD If you have recently changed your contact details (i.e. mobile / landline / email / home address) please could you let us know, to ensure your records remain up to date.

Telephone 01270 613242 or email enquiries@reaseheath.ac.uk

Your GCSE Results 2015 We will receive your GCSE results / qualifications on entry automatically from the Learner Records Service on your behalf.

We will let you know if we need to see copies of your results before/on your start date.

Information for all students Your enrolment time and timetables will be given out by course tutors during your first day.

Parents/carers are not required to stay.

Lunch facilities will be available to purchase.

Reaseheath staff will be available around the campus throughout the day should you require any help or information.

College transport will be available from Tuesday 8th September.

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Enrolment

Student Information Booklet

RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS Important Information Your first day at Reaseheath College if you are a RESIDENTIAL STUDENT studying a one year course or a new student studying in September 2015 Sunday 6th September Arrival from 12 noon until 6pm at Student Services (Centrepoint) to check in for accommodation.

Monday 7th September This will be your residential induction day.

You must report to The Lord Woolley Centre (Sports Hall) at 9am.

Your first day at Reaseheath College if you are a second / third year RESIDENTIAL STUDENT studying in September 2015 Sunday 13th September Arrival from 12 noon until 6pm at Student Services (Centrepoint) to check in for accommodation.

Monday 14th September This will be your residential induction day.

You must report to The Lord Woolley Centre (Sports Hall) at 9am.

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Enrolment

NON-RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS Important Information Your first day at Reaseheath College if you are a NON-RESIDENTIAL STUDENT studying a one year course or a new student studying in September 2015 Tuesday 8th September Students on the following listed subject areas please report directly to The Lord Woolley Centre (Sports Hall) at 9am.

Adventure Sports, Agriculture, Business, Construction, Countryside, Floristry, Food Technology, Horticulture, Public Services, Sports Performance, Pre-Entry, Entry, Foundation students.

Animal Management students Please report directly to the Animal Management Centre Reception at 9am.

Engineering students Please report directly to the Engineering Department Reception at 9am.

Equine students Please report directly to the Equestrian Centre at 9am.

Your first day at Reaseheath College if you are a second / third year NON-RESIDENTIAL student studying in September 2015 Tuesday 15th September Please report directly to The Lord Woolley Centre (Sports Hall) at 9am.

Information for all students On your first day at college you will be expected to be in college all day until 4.30pm.

Your enrolment time and timetables will be given out by course tutors during your first day.

Parents/carers are not required to stay.

Lunch facilities will be available to purchase.

Reaseheath staff will be available around the campus throughout the day should you require any help or information.

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General Information For All Students

General Information for all Students Registration Form To be completed by ALL students and returned in envelope provided.

Student Information Booklet Office Use - REGRF

General Information For All Students

Further Education registration form 2015/2016 Please complete ALL sections in BLOCK CAPITALS. RETURN COMPLETED FORM using the enclosed pre paid envelope as soon as possible.

Course Title

Year of the course to be studied this year (please tick)

Surname (Family Name)

First Name

Date of Birth

Month

Day

Miss

Year

Mr

Year 1

Year 2

Mrs

Year 3

Ms

Other Title

Age on 31st August 2015

Please indicate your ethnic group: Bangladeshi (11)

Other Asian (14)

Black Other (17)

Mixed - White / Black African (20)

White - British (23)

Indian (12)

Black African (15)

Chinese (18)

Mixed - White / Black Caribbean (21)

White - Irish

Pakistani (13)

Black Caribbean (16)

Mixed White / Asian (19)

Mixed - Other (22)

White - Other (25)

Permanent Home Address

Term-Time Address if Non-resident (if different from home address)

Postcode

Postcode

Student Mobile

Student Mobile

Telephone

Telephone

Email Address

Email Address

Country of Birth

Country of Permanent Residence

Number of years living in the UK

Employment Status

APPLICATION TO KEEP A MOTOR VEHICLE AT COLLEGE I certify that the vehicle described below is licensed and insured and that I am legally entitled to drive.

Registration Number

Make

Model

Colour

NOTE: You must inform Student Services if your vehicle details change.

There will be a fine of TEN POUNDS for vehicles parked in college which are not registered with the College Authorities.

STUDENT LEARNING SUPPORT Do you have a learning difficulty which is likely to affect your studies? (example Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Aspergers Syndrome) If you haven’t already spoken to our Learning Support team, please ring 01270 613199 to talk directly to a member of support staff.

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Student Information Booklet Do you have a learning difficulty, disability or health problem(s)?

Yes

No

If yes, please complete the following questions. The information you give will only be used to help make us make adaptations to support you in your course.

If you have a disability / health problem please indicate the main one:

If you have a learning difficulty please indicate the main one:

Visual

Hearing

Moderate

Severe

Mobility

Other physical

Dyslexia

Dyscalculia

Other medical

Emotional/Behavioural

Multiple

Other Specific

Mental / Ill health

Temporary after illness

Other

Profound / Complex

Multiple

What is your previous highest level of study? (please tick) Entry Level (less than 5 GCSEs at D-G)

Level 1 (5+ GCSEs D-G, NVQ1)

Level 3 (2 A Levels A-E, AVCE or National Diploma full awards)

Higher Education (Degree, Level 4 qualifications)

Level 2 (5+ GCSEs A*-C, NVQ2)

Tuition Fees (OVER 19’s ONLY) Who do you expect to pay your tuition fees?

Self Funding

Employer Paying Fees

First Free Level 2 Qualification

First Free Level 3 Qualification

24+ Loan

EMERGENCY CONTACTS We need details of at least two emergency contacts for ALL students.

If you are under 18 years of age one of these MUST be your parent/guardian.

Contact Name

Relationship to you

Tel No. (including area code)

Mobile Tel No.

1.

2.

3.

STUDENT DECLARATION I have received the Student Handbook and Diary and I have read and agree to abide by the College Regulations and Health and Safety Policy.

I have also read the rules regarding when payment of fees are due and accept the conditions relating to non payment.

Student Signature

Date

STUDENTS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE If you are under 18 years of age, we require your parents’ confirmation that they are happy with the rules and regulations which you will need to abide by.

Certain details on this form will be stored for administrative and other purposes. Because of the Data Protection Act 1998, we need your consent before we can do this. We cannot operate the College effectively without processing information about you, in signing this form you are agreeing with the following consent to process clause.

I agree to the College processing personal data contained in this form whilst I am a student. I agree to the processing of such data for any purposes connected with my studies or welfare whilst on the premises or for any other legitimate reason.

Signed

Name

Please note: This form must be returned as information held on this form will be used in the enrolment process.

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Financial Information

Financial Information

Financial Information

Student Information Booklet

Tuition Fees Normally, students who are under 19 on 31st August 2015 will not be charged tuition fees, however, all Further Education students should note that the tuition fees listed in this booklet do not cover any costs associated with study tours or National Proficiency Test Council Pesticide Application Tests required for certain Further Education courses. These costs will be collected as appropriate during the course.

Students who turn 19 during their course will not pay fees for the duration of that course. Please note that this is only applicable for the duration of that qualification and not a separate qualification.

Students 19 or over on 31st August 2015 will be charged tuition fees as detailed on page 13.

However, you may be eligible for financial assistance with your tuition fees. Please read the Finance Information section starting on page 29 and complete the Residential and Discretionary Learner Support Fund Application Form on pages 33-37.

Students aged 16-18 No tuition fees Students aged 19-23 As at 31st August 2015 Entry and Level 1

Level 2

Level 3 Including Access to HE

I have a Level 2 in English and / or Maths and I have a learning disability

I haven’t already got a full Level 2 qualification

I already have a full Level 2 qualification

I haven’t already got a full Level 2 qualification and / or unemployed on active benefits

I already have a full Level 3 qualification

I haven’t already got a full Level 3 qualification and / or unemployed on active benefits

Contact Lynne Chapman on 01270 613160 or email lynnec@ reaseheath.ac.uk

No tuition fees

See fees list

No tuition fees

See fees list

No tuition fees

Students will be required to complete a form at the start of term confirming this

Students will be required to complete a form at the start of term confirming this

Students will be required to complete a form at the start of term confirming this

Students aged 24 and over When you start your new course Entry and Level 1

Level 2

I have a Level 2 in English and / or Maths and I have a learning disability

I haven’t already got a full Level 2 qualification

I haven’t already got a full Level 2 qualification

Contact Lynne Chapman on 01270 613160 or email lynnec@ reaseheath.ac.uk

No tuition fees

Can apply for Bursary Assistance

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Level 3 Including Access to HE

I already have a full Level 2 qualification and/ or unemployed on active benefits

Apply for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan with a ‘Learning and Funding Information Letter’ received from the College (see fees list)

See fees list

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Further Education Courses

Year 19-23 Students Co-Funded Fees List 2015/16

24+ Students Level 2 CoFunded Fees List 2015/16

24+ Students Level 3 Full Fees List 2015/16

Entry Learning Programmes

1

FOC*

FOC*

FOC*

Level 1 - Foundation Learning Programmes

1

FOC*

FOC*

FOC*

Level 1 - Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

1

1370

1370

N/A

N/A

Level 1 - Diploma in Bricklaying

1

1370

1370

N/A

N/A

Level 1 - Diploma in Basic Construction Skills (Plastering)

1

1370

1370

N/A

N/A

Level 1- Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance (IMI)

1

1370

N/A

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Certificate in Floristry

1

1150

1150

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Extended Certificate in Animal Care

1

1150

1150

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Extended Certificate in Horse Care

1

1150

1150

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Site Carpentry

1

1480

1480

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Brickwork

1

1480

1480

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Plastering

1

1480

1480

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Horticlture (excluding Floristry)

1

1520

1520

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Floristry

1

1900

1900

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Business

1

1420

1420

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Land-based Technology

1

1520

1520

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Animal Management

1

1520

1520

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Veterinary Care Assistants

1

1520

1520

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Equine

1

1520

1520

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Countryside Management

1

1520

1520

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Agriculture

1

1520

1520

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Adventure Sport

1

1620

1620

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Sports Performance

1

1620

1620

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Public Services

1

1420

1420

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Bakery

1

1420

1420

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Butchery

1

1420

1420

N/A

N/A

Level 2 - Diploma in Light Motor Vehicle Maintenance (IMI)

1

1440

1440

N/A

N/A

Level 3 - Diploma in Brickwork

1

1790

N/A

3580

3580

Level 3 - Diploma in Site Carpentry

1

1790

N/A

3580

3580

Level 3 - Diploma in Horticulture (excluding Floristry)

1

1430

N/A

2860

5720

2

1390

N/A

2780

Level 3 - Diploma in Floristry

1

2000

N/A

4000

4000

Level 3 - Diploma in Business

1

1370

N/A

2085

4170

2

1329

N/A

2085

1

1430

N/A

2860

2

1390

N/A

2780

1

1430

N/A

2860

2

1390

N/A

2780

1

1870

N/A

2335

2

1815

N/A

2335

1

1200

N/A

2335

2

1167

N/A

2335

1

1370

N/A

2085

2

1329

N/A

2085

1

1430

N/A

2860

2

1390

N/A

2780

1

1430

N/A

2860

2

1390

N/A

2780

1

1390

N/A

2780

2

1330

N/A

2660

1

1430

N/A

2860

2

1390

N/A

2780

Level 3 - Diploma in Conservation and Wildlife Management Level 3 - Diploma in Forestry and Arboriculture Level 3 - Diploma in Adventure Sport Level 3 - Diploma in Sports Performance Level 3 - Diploma in Public Service Level 3 Diploma in Agriculture Level 3 - Diploma in Animal Management Level 3 - Diploma in Horse Management Level 3 - Diploma in Veterinary Nursing - Small Animal

24+ Loan needed for duration of course 2015/16

5720 5720 4670 4670 4170 5720 5720 5560 5720

Year 3 (up to Christmas)

3

Level 3 - Diploma in Food Technology and Management

1

1230

N/A

2460

2

1200

N/A

2400

1

1430

N/A

2860

2

1390

N/A

2780

1

1430

N/A

2860

2

1390

N/A

2780

Level 3 - Diploma in Professional Bakery

1

1440

N/A

2880

2880

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Countryside Management

1

1520

N/A

3040

3040

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Horticulture

1

1520

N/A

3040

3040

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Land-based Technology

1

1520

N/A

3040

3040

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Animal Management

1

1520

N/A

3040

3040

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Agriculture

1

1520

N/A

3040

3040

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Equine

1

1520

N/A

3040

3040

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Business

1

1420

N/A

2840

2573

Level 3 - Diploma in Game Management Level 3 - Diploma in Fish Management

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FE 19+ New Entrants and Continuing Students Fees List

N/A

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4920 5720 5720

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Financial Information

Student Information Booklet Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma In Events Management

1

1420

N/A

2840

2573

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Sports Performance

1

1640

N/A

3280

2882

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Public Services

1

1420

N/A

2840

2573

Level 3 - Subsidiary Diploma in Adventure Sport

1

1640

N/A

3280

2882

Level 3- Subsidiary Diploma in Forestry / Game / Fish

1

1520

N/A

3040

4425

Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Horticulture

1

1810

N/A

3620

7240

2

1750

N/A

3500

1

1370

N/A

2740

2

1370

N/A

2740

1

1700

N/A

3301

2

1651

N/A

3301

1

1700

N/A

3301

2

1651

N/A

3301

1

1810

N/A

3620

2

1750

N/A

3500

1

1810

N/A

3620

Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Horticulture Art and Design Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Business / Events Management Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Business Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Animal Management Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Agriculture

2 Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Equine Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Land-based Technology

5480 6602 6602 7240 7240

N/A

3

1750

N/A

3500

1

1810

N/A

3620

2

1750

N/A

3500

1

1810

N/A

3620

2

7240 7240

N/A

3

1750

N/A

3500

1

1920

N/A

3698

2

1855

N/A

3697

1

1900

N/A

3698

2

1849

N/A

3697

1

1700

N/A

3301

2

1651

N/A

3301

1

1810

N/A

3620

2

1750

N/A

3500

Level 3 - Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (IMIAL)

1

1440

N/A

2880

2880

Access to Higher Education

1

1800

N/A

3600

3600

Bursary (for 19-23 Students)

1500

N/A

Overseas Students Further Education

9000

9000

Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Adventure Sport Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Sports Performance Level 3 - Extended Diploma in Public Services Level 3- Extended Diploma in Countryside / Game / Forestry / Fish

7395 7395 6602 7240

9000

Additional Qualifications If a student chooses to study additional qualifications there will be a fee charged of between £100 and £500 per qualification. * If you have a Level 2 in English and / or Maths and you have a learning disability please contact Lynne Chapman on 01270 613160 to discuss the possibility of fees being charged for this course.

The tuition fees shown are correct for 2015/16. Fees will change for 2016/17 including those undertaking the second year of a course. Students aged 19-23 who are studying their first Level 2 qualification or aged between 19-23 and studying their first Level 3 qualification will not be expected to pay tuition fees. Students will be required to complete a form at the start of term confirming this.

Tuition fees are due in full at the start of term in September however, it will be possible for you to set up an instalment plan online or with the Student Finance Team.

After each half term the student will be excluded from classes until payment for tuition fees is made or instalment plan is set up. Payments which continue to be outstanding will result in the student being excluded.

24+ Advanced Learning Loan If you are 24 or older, you can apply for a loan to help with the costs of a college course. The loan covers tuition fees only. The course must start on or after 1st August 2015 and be at Level 3 or Level 4 (such as A Levels or an Advanced Apprenticeship).

Repayments do not start until April 2018 and you will not have to pay anything back until you are earning over £21,000 a year.

For more information visit www.reaseheath.ac.uk/advancedlearningloans If you have any queries regarding finance, please contact our Student Finance Team on 01270 613205 or email studentfinance@reaseheath.ac.uk

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Accommodation Rates Meal Cards Information on Accommodation Residential Accommodation Application Form

Residential Information

Residential Information

Residential Information

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Accommodation Rates Residential board fees are only due for students who will be living on site in term time.

Accommodation is charged at the following rates - (35/36 COURSE WEEKS x WEEKLY RATE) Room Type

Catered Accommodation

Self-catered Accommodation

Cost per week

Under 18 Single (shared toilet and washing facilities) Under 18 Shared (shared toilet and washing facilities) Under 18 Single (half en-suite) Under 18 Single (en-suite)

x

£119.00

x

£110.00

x

£127.50

x

£143.00

Over 18 Single (en-suite) Over 18 Single (en-suite) Over 18 Single Student Village (en-suite)

x

£145.00

x

£120.00 x

Phase 1 £130.00 Phase 2 and 3 £120.00

Catered accommodation cost is inclusive of £35.00 food allowance per week.

Students will be sent a residential agreement in August which must be signed and returned within 7 days with a £100.00 deposit which is held as security against any damage during occupancy (students from Eire, this deposit should be paid in pound sterling. Deposits can be paid online at http://store.reaseheath.ac.uk/). Keys will not be given to students without payment of the board deposit and the residential documents.

Accommodation fees are due in full at the start of term in September, however it will be possible for you to set up an online instalment plan at the start of term. If students are away from college on study tour or work placement, it is their responsibility to make arrangements for payment of fees in their absence. Please note you are contracted to pay for the whole academic year regardless of work placements and study tours.

Some categories of students may be eligible for financial contribution towards these costs by applying to the Residential Bursary Fund. Further details and the Residential Bursary and Discretionary Learning Support Fund Application Form can be found within the Finance Information section of this booklet.

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Meal Cards Some residential students in college accommodation will be issued with a meal allowance on their student cards which will allow them to purchase food and beverages through any of the College catering outlets. Please note the following: 1. At the start of each term student cards will be credited with the equivalent of £35.00 per week for that term, this should normally cover the cost of breakfast and evening meal. The credit on your card covers weeks within normal term time only. It does not cover periods between terms, half-terms or study weeks.

2. The total amount credited should be used by the end of a term, however credit will be transferred to the next term. If a student has been absent from college due to long term illness credits will be calculated on an individual basis. No credit can be transferred to the following academic year.

3. Students with larger appetites or who intend on staying in college at weekends can add extra credit to the card via payment online.

4. Any card that is lost should be reported to the Student Services Manager or catering cash point immediately (cost of replacement card is £5.00).

Invoices for college accommodation and meals will be sent out prior to the start of the Autumn term to the student’s home address for the year. All other correspondence for residential students will be sent via the internal student post.

Other charges that may be due for residential students are weekend bus passes.

Students who cause damage on-site will be billed for the repair and these fees will be due immediately.

If payment is not received at the appropriate time:• After 2 weeks the meal card will be blocked to purchase meals until payment received (no refund will be given for any expenses incurred whilst the meal card has been stopped and no reduction made to accommodation fees).

• After 4 weeks the student is likely to be excluded from classes until payment is received.

• If debts continue to be unpaid the student will be excluded from college accommodation until payment received.

Some courses e.g. Equine and Agriculture include a period of stock duties during which students are residential. Payment for board and food is charged on a weekly basis for stock duties. This is payable online. In addition a key deposit is required which is returned once the key is returned safely. Payment is required before the stocks duties commence. A timetable of stocks duties is given out by the course tutor (no application form required).

Residential application forms are enclosed within this booklet. Due to high demand these should be returned as soon as possible.

In recent years many mature students have elected to find their own accommodation and we suggest this activity is carried out as soon as possible.

If you have any queries regarding accommodation, please contact our Student Services Team on 01270 613209 or email studentservices@reaseheath.ac.uk

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Information on Accommodation Information for under 18 year old students considering living in residential accommodation.

Statement of principles and practice The College provides accommodation to students who are under the age of 18. The following statements are designed to help prospective students, and their parents, when deciding on the appropriateness of considering residential accommodation.

Accommodation aim “Reaseheath College offers a residential provision, ensuring a safe and secure environment which facilitates academic recruitment and retention, whilst developing learners in their personal, social and life skills.”

• Residential accommodation is offered to those prospective students who, due to distance away from the college, cannot travel on a daily basis or who have specific reasons requiring the need to be accommodated on the campus. A range of accommodation is offered on the campus at varying prices to those students.

• The majority of students needs can be met by the college but facilities are not available to effectively support individuals with significant medical or other requirements.

• The College offers around 785 bed spaces in a mix of single and shared rooms for under 18 year old students. All halls of residence are same gender and meet the National Care Standards Commission requirements.

• Students under the age of 18 are accommodated in same gender halls of residence separate from the over 18 year old students who also live on the campus. All under 18 students are accommodated on the main college campus where arrangements are in place to ensure high standards of welfare and safeguarding. Students who are under 18 years of age are expected to follow specific rules (available on request) which are designed to keep them safe.

• Once a student is offered a place on their course they may apply for residential accommodation from June to start college in September. Applications for residential accommodation are reviewed by the Student Services team during July who allocate rooms on the basis of a range of factors which includes potential travel times and specific needs. The final allocation of specific rooms is based on a number of factors and in those cases where it is not possible to offer a place in September, the student goes onto a waiting list.

• Once in accommodation students normally remain in allotted rooms. Accommodation rules and arrangements are modified once a student reaches the age of 18 or if significant issues arise in their hall of residence. Any requests to change rooms have to be agreed with the Student Services Manager. fo llow us on t w i t t e r / re a s e he a thc olle ge

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Student Information Booklet • The care and safeguarding of students is maintained through a team of Safeguarding Officers with cover provided by staff of both genders on a 24 hour, 7 days a week basis.

The team of Welfare Officers support students who have non-academic issues whilst at the College. All halls of residence are protected by access control, CCTV and vetted Safeguarding Officers. Although excellent monitoring arrangements are in place at the College it has to be recognised that a degree of maturity is required from the student to make a success of residential accommodation.

• Students are closely monitored whilst on the College campus and arrangements are in place to allow individuals to leave the campus in an evening in a controlled manner.

Under 18 year old students in halls of residence are expected to abide by a specific set of rules (available on request) which are issued to students once a place has been offered.

Parents are also asked to read the College Residential Agreement and confirm they also understand the rules and are asked to support the College in ensuring under 18 year old students follow rules.

• A multi faith support member of staff is available at the college as is a multi-faith prayer room. The college catering outlets can provide special diets on request.

• The College offers evening activities which are organised for students. Students are actively encouraged to participate in the wide range of activities offered by the College.

The residential experience helps a student develop social and interpersonal skills.

Other information that is distributed to students but which is also available on request that students and parents can access are as follows: • Rules and Regulations - “College Residential Agreement” • Student Handbook and Diary

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Residential accommodation form 2015/2016 Please complete ALL sections in BLOCK CAPITALS. RETURN COMPLETED FORM using the enclosed pre paid envelope. Information on living in halls of residence can be found online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/fejoininginfo Please note at this stage that this application for residency is subject to availability and does not guarantee you will be offered a place in our halls of residence - further correspondence will follow.

Title Mr / Miss / Mrs etc.

Date of Birth

Surname (Family Name)

Day

First name

Month

Year

Full Address

Postcode

Telephone Number

Email Address

Course

Age as at day moving into Halls

Residential accommodation I wish to be considered for a place in halls of residence - details on halls of residence can be found in this booklet on page 16.

Preferred room type please indicate below

If you are making your own accommodation arrangement please tick this box

1st choice

2nd choice

3rd choice

Room type

Room type

Room type

Catered

Catered

Catered

Self-catered*

Self-catered*

Self-catered*

*Self catered accommodation is only offered to over 18 year old students.

Residential Bursary (Please tick as appropriate) Have you applied for a Residential YES Bursary?

NO

Student Signature

STUDENTS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE If under 18 years of age, we require your parents’ signature.

Signed Name

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Transport arrangements for students living within Cheshire and other surrounding residential areas Transport arrangements for students travelling by train and own transport Transport Application Form

Transport

Transport

Transport

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Transport Arrangements Within 10 miles of Reaseheath College If you live within a 10 mile radius of Reaseheath College the cost of the travel pass will be £150 regardless of which route you travel on for the whole year. (The cost can be paid online by debit/credit card in full or by monthly instalments, or directly to the Student Finance Team.)

Between 10 and 20 miles of Reaseheath College If you live within a 10 and 20 mile radius of Reaseheath College the cost of the travel pass will be £400 for the whole year regardless of which route you travel on. (The cost can be paid online by debit/credit card in full or by monthly instalments, or directly to the Student Finance Team.)

Further than 20 miles of Reaseheath College If you live further than 20 miles away from Reaseheath College the cost of the travel pass will be £450 for the whole year regardless of which route you travel on. (The cost can be paid online by debit/credit card in full or by monthly instalments, or directly to the Student Finance Team.)

Students living in Crewe The College provides two buses from the Crewe area. The first bus is from Crewe Railway Station and the second bus stops at Leighton, Coppenhall, Crewe town centre, Shavington, Wybunbury, Stapeley and Nantwich. If you live within a 10 mile radius of Reaseheath College the cost of the travel pass will be £150 for the whole year regardless of which route you travel on. (The cost can be paid online by debit/credit card in full or by monthly instalments, or directly to the Student Finance Team.)

Students living in other residential areas To see our bus routes please see our Bus Timetables guide online visit www.reaseheath.ac.uk/fejoininginfo For more information please contact Student Services by email: studentservices@reaseheath.ac.uk or phone: 01270 613209 .

If you want to travel on one of the College buses (routes can be found in the Bus Timetable guide online) apply to Reaseheath College via the Transport Application Form on page 27.

Apply early as places are limited on these services.

Once approved your pass will be ready for collection from Student Services by 1st October 2015

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General Information It is essential to apply for travel passes as soon as you can after confirmation of a place at Reaseheath as spaces are limited.

The College will invoice students who will be using the College bus service in September.

The full amount for the bus pass will be due within two weeks of the start of the first term at which point a permanent bus pass will be issued. It will be possible for you to set up an instalment plan, the associated forms will be available from the Student Finance Team Some students may be eligible for financial contribution towards these costs by applying to the Discretionary Learner Support Fund. Further details can be found on page 30 of this booklet.

Students will not be allowed to travel to college by bus after two weeks if payment is not made or an instalment plan is in place.

Students who do not continue to use the bus will be charged for the period from September 2015 to February 2016 regardless of when they return their pass unless they withdraw from college. After February 2016 half term a second bus pass is distributed for those continuing to use the bus. Passes will not be given out if students have not paid for the bus pass in full or have an agreed instalment plan with the Student Finance Team.

Financial support may be available from the Discretionary Learner Support Fund. Full details are available on page 30 of this booklet. Decisions on distance are made by the College.

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Transport arrangements by train and own transport Are you eligible for financial assistance?

All students travelling by either public transport or own car may be eligible to apply for Discretionary Learner Support Fund. Further details can be found on page 30 of this booklet.

Students travelling by train from Manchester, Runcorn or Widnes Students travelling by train from the above areas, or further afield, will be issued with a free travel pass for our Crewe 741 bus service from Crewe railway station to the College.

Most students who travel by train apply to the train company for a young person’s railcard and travel to Crewe railway station. We will then issue you with a travel pass for our Crewe 741 bus service from Crewe railway station to the College. (Please complete the transport application form on page 27).

All other areas Please check with your local authority if they can help with transport to the College.

Our bus timetables can be found online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/fejoininginfo If you require any further information please contact our Transport Co-ordinators in Student Services on 01270 613209 or email studentservices@reaseheath.ac.uk

Own transport If you intend to use your own vehicle you will be required to display a valid student parking permit.

These can be requested from Student Services. Free student parking is available on campus.

You must register your vehicle with the College. Please see further Further Education Registration Form on page 9 for further details.

All transport information is correct for September 2015 - July 2016 at the time of producing this document but fees, routes and pick-up points may be reassessed.

Payment These fees can be paid in full online or alternatively an instalment plan can be set up with the Student Finance Team.

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Transport Application Form Information on our bus timetables can be found online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/fejoininginfo

Name Address

Postcode Home Telephone Number Mobile Telephone Number

Bus Routes (Please tick which service you require) Route 1 - Congleton

Route 11 - Leek

Route 2 - Macclesfield

Route 12 - Hanley

Route 3 - Crewe / Nantwich

Route 13 - Stockport / Cheadle Hulme / Wilmslow

Route 4 - Crewe Train Station

Route 14 - Warrington

Route 5 - Oswestry / Wrexham / Malpas

Route 15 - Liscard

Route 6 - Shrewsbury

Route 16 - Port Sunlight

Route 7 - Telford / Newport / Market Drayton

Route 17 - Ellesmere Port

Route 8 - Knutsford / Northwich

Route 18 - Upton (The Wirral)

Route 9 - Newcastle

Route 19 - Chester

Route 10 - Uttoxeter

Route 20 - Stone / Longton Route 21 - Middlewich / Winsford

Which bus stop will you start your journey from?

For residential students allows for one return journey per week

If you are under 18 years of age your parents are responsible for payment of the Bus Pass, therefore, a parent/carer signature is required below as confirmation of acceptance of this application. If you are aged over 18, your signature is required.

Signed

Name

If you have any queries regarding transport, please contact our Student Services Team on 01270 613209 or email studentservices@reaseheath.ac.uk

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Further Education Financial Information Financial Support for Students Discretionary and Residential Learner Support Fund Application Form

Finance Information

Finance Information

Finance Information

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Further Education Financial Information General Information Payments can be made online in full or by an instalment plan by credit or debit card, cheque or cash. Cheques should be made payable to Reaseheath College. Payment can be made prior to enrolment online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/payments or by telephoning the Student Finance Team on 01270 613205.

For all payments made a receipt will be given. This should be kept as proof of payment.

This may be required by department areas as evidence that trips or stock duties have been paid for.

If you have any queries regarding fees, please contact our Student Finance Team on 01270 613205 or email studentfinance@reaseheath.ac.uk Please note - If any fees are outstanding at the end of the academic year examination results and certificates will be withheld and students will be unable to participate in end of term events until payment is received by the College.

If students wish to claim Council Tax exemption they should contact the Registry Department on 01270 616445 for student certificates.

Financial Support for Students Discretionary Learner Support Funds Limited Discretionary Learner Support Funds are available to contribute towards educational costs for students aged 16 and over. This is a means tested fund targeted at those in greatest need. Funds are available for young people in care, care leavers, young people in receipt of income support and disabled young people in receipt of Employment and Support Allowance, who are also in receipt of Disability Living Allowance.

Funds can be used to help with childcare (aged 20 years plus), transport costs (including rail, bus and car travel), essential residential study trips and essential course equipment, meal allowance, stock duties and tuition fees.

Copies of evidence showing household income must accompany application forms to be able to process the application.

Applications can be made online and details of the areas we may be able to support you are available in this booklet or online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/financial-support. Please apply as soon as possible to enable us to give you the outcome of your application prior to your enrolment. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 1st September 2015.

If you do not have access to the online resources or have any further queries please contact the Student Finance Team for further assistance on 01270 613205 or email studentfinance@reaseheath.ac.uk

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Residential Bursary Fund The residential support scheme is designed to help students to access education that is not available within reasonable daily travel of their home address. Students who enrol on Further Education courses and have ordinarily been a resident in the UK/EEA for 3 years prior to commencement, may be eligible for the Residential Bursary Fund to make a contribution towards the cost of residency at the College or rented accommodation local to the College which specifically enables you to attend your studies. This is a means tested fund targeted at those in greatest need.

Copies of evidence showing household income must accompany application forms to be able to process the application.

Applications can be made online and details of the areas we may be able to support you are available in this booklet or online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/financial-support. Please apply as soon as possible to enable us to give you the outcome of your application prior to your enrolment. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 1st September 2015.

If you do not have access to the online resources or have any further queries please contact the Student Finance Team for further assistance on 01270 613205 or email studentfinance@reaseheath.ac.uk

Additional Funds available • Studley College Trust • Henmans Trust • ALA Green • David Miller Travel Bursary • Nantwich Christian Council Millennium Bursary Application details for these funds are available online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/financialsupport or alternatively contact the Student Finance Team for further information.

Care to Learn The Care to Learn scheme is available to parents in England who are under 20 when they begin their course in the 2015/16 academic year. Care to Learn enables young parents under the age of 20 to continue in or return to learning after the birth of a child by assisting with the costs of childcare and associated travel.

EMA / ALG Wales Any Welsh post coded learner who attends College in England can apply for EMA or ALG. Further information on this is available from www.studentfinancewales.co.uk/ema or by contacting 0845 6028845.

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Points to note when completing your Application • You must fully complete the online or paper form and submit even if you have previously received an award. Awards are not transferable between academic years.

• If paper form you must sign and date the form. Parents should also sign the form if students are under 18.

• All household income must be declared in the application. Copies of evidence of each income / benefit should be submitted. This could be your P60, accountant’s letter, Tax Credit Award Notification or confirmation letter of current benefit. The previous financial year is used for income assessment except where there is a change of circumstances during the year which affects your income. If your current income has changed from April 2015 please submit new evidence and a letter confirming what the change is.

• Applications due to changes of circumstances will be considered at any time during the academic year.

• Please ensure that you tick the box for each area you require assistance with. If you do not request help it may not be possible to assist with this after the closing date.

• Not all equipment can be covered. Kit lists are provided online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/kit or from the Student Finance Team.

For further information please check with the Student Finance Team before purchasing.

• If you are awarded Free College Meal allocation a monthly allowance will be put on the Student’s card. This is not transferable as cash.

• Applications received after the closing date or those received incomplete will not be backdated for the period before the request.

• Applications received after the closing date cannot be guaranteed support as the fund is limited. Some funds are held in reserve to help those students whose financial circumstances change during the course of the year and late applications are accepted for these students.

• For further information on the Reaseheath Bursary Fund please refer to the booklet ‘Your Questions Answered’. This is available online or from the Student Finance Team on 01270 613205. For assistance in completing the form please contact the Student Finance Team.

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Residential and Discretionary Learner Support Fund Application Form Please complete this application form to request financial assistance. The list of what you can request help with is on page 34. For further information please refer to the Bursary Fund Guide ‘Your Questions Answered’ which you can find online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/ fejoininginfo, or speak to a member of the Student Finance Team on 01270 613205.

PLEASE COMPLETE IN BLOCK CAPITALS.

Student details Title First name(s) Surname Age (as at 31/08/15) Date of birth

Home contact details House name / number Street Town County Postcode Home telephone number Mobile number Email address (This will be used to confirm awards)

Who do you normally live with? (Please tick applicable) Mother

Father

Guardian / Step-parent

Spouse / Partner

On own / Shared house

Other

College details Course attending

Student ID number / application number (if known) Full-time Location fo llow us on t w i t t e r / re a s e he a thc olle ge

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Student Information Booklet Request for Assistance Tick if applicable Residential students Residential board Residential bus pass (weekends) Reaseheath bus pass Bus pass from home address to Reaseheath Travel to catch a Reaseheath bus Public transport (train / bus) Car Travel from home to college Public transport (train / bus) Car Tuition fees Tuition fees (19+) Free college meals (aged 16 to 18 years only) Meals allowance on meal card Equipment Essential basic equipment required for your course Childcare Help with childcare costs (aged 20 years plus only) Stocks Stock duties (for those undertaking Equine or Agriculture course) Residential trip (Adventure Sports / Public Services only) Residential trip (day trips not included) (essential to completion of course only)

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Guaranteed Group Tick if applicable Are you disabled and in receipt of Disability Living Allowance and Employment Support Allowance in your own name (you must be aged 18 or under on 31st August 2015) Are you disabled and in receipt of a Personal Independence Payment and Employment Support Allowance in your own name (you must be aged 18 or under on 31st August 2015) Are you in care / or a care leaver and are aged between 16-18 (you must be aged 18 or under on 31st August 2015) Do you receive income support in your own name and are aged between 16-18 (you must be aged 18 or under on 31st August 2015) Do you receive a Universal Credit payment in your own name and are aged between 16-18 (you must be aged 18 or under on 31st August 2015) If any of the above criteria apply you are eligible to receive a guaranteed vulnerable bursary from the Education Funding Agency. We do not require details of your household income but you do need to send evidence of the category above that applies to you.

Address While a Student at Reaseheath Please tick if you are living on campus or off site with a landlord or at home during term time whilst undertaking your course.

At home address

On campus

Landlord

If you have ticked that you are living with a landlord please give details below.

Landlord/agency name

House name / number

Street

Town

County

Postcode

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Student Information Booklet Household income In this section you need to complete the table below with any household income that you receive before tax is deducted. All income is based on the current year April 2014-2015. Please provide copies of all income declared below.

Proof required

Salary

P60 (from 14/15)

Self employment income

Accountant letter stating profit and drawings or full company accounts

Child Tax Credit

Award notification

Working Tax Credit

(not in full including childcare or disabled elements)

Pension (state or private)

P60 (from 14/15)

Pension Credit

P60 (from 14/15)

Job Seekers Allowance

Award notification

Disability Living Allowance or Personal Independence payment

Award notification

Universal Credit payment

Award notification

Employment and Support Allowance

Award notification

Income Support

Award notification

Incapacity Benefit

Award notification

Severe Disablement Allowance

Award notification

Carers Allowance

Award notification

Bereavement Allowance

Award notification

Widowed Parent’s Allowance

Award notification

Statutory maternity / paternity / adoption pay

Award notification

Mother £

Father £

Guardian / Step-parent £

Husband / Wife or Partner £

Student £

Other £

Other

The table above lists most of the income categories used to calculate household income.

Income not used includes: housing benefit, council tax benefit, child benefit and Child’s Maintenance Allowance payments. If you receive any benefit / payment not listed above please include within the other category listing what it is.

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Data Protection Act 1998: The information that you give on this form will be used for the purpose of processing your application for help from the Education Funding Agency and Skills Funding Agency Support Funds. Reaseheath College is under a duty to protect the public funds and may use the information you have provided on this form to prevent and detect fraud. We may also share this information, for the same purposes, with other organisations that handle public funds.

DECLARATION TO BE SIGNED BY STUDENT • I declare that the information given in this application form is, to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, true in all aspects.

• I understand that if I knowingly make a false statement or provide false information, I may render myself liable for prosecution.

• I authorise Reaseheath College or a representative to check any information I have given in this application.

• I will inform Reaseheath College immediately if I withdraw from, or stop attending my course. I also understand that I may have to repay part or all of the residential/lodgings and associated costs if I withdraw from my course.

• I undertake to repay any sums overpaid to me if required to do so.

• I am applying for support funds as my main source of funding for my costs. I will tell Reaseheath College if I receive help with these costs from other sources.

• I agree that the information provided in this form may be used by the Department for Education and Skills and its agents in connection with management, evaluation and auditing purposes.

Signature of Student

Date

DECLARATION TO BE SIGNED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN/SPOUSE/PARTNER IF STUDENT IS UNDER 18.

The information I have given on this form is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. I will inform you immediately of any change in my circumstances which might affect this application for support. I agree to supply any further information you may ask for. I understand that if I give false information, or fail to give complete information, I may be prosecuted.

Signature of parent / guardian / husband / wife / partner

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The Unique Learner Number (ULN) What is a ULN? The ULN is a unique 10-digit number, and most learners aged 14+ have one. It’s designed to work with your Personal Learning Record (PLR), helping to give you proof of your learning and achievements from aged 16 onwards.

Why would I want one?

Because it is unique to you, the ULN ensures that the qualifications and achievements you have worked so hard for are credited permanently to you online and helps control access to your PLR. Your ULN will stay with you for life as you build up a record of education and skills achievement. The ULN is the educational equivalent of your National Insurance number.

Where can I find mine?

Your ULN may already be printed on your exam results slip or award certificate. There are 10 digits, remember - it’s not the same as your Candidate, Exam, or Centre Number. If you haven’t received a ULN already, you can ask your school, college, university or training provider to give you one.

Keep your ULN safe. It’s unique to you and it’s the key to accessing your PLR and verifying your learning and training to others.

Can you tell me my ULN? For security reasons, the Learning Records Service can’t tell you your ULN or give you access to your PLR. Your learning provider, who is best placed to verify your identity and protect your privacy, must do this for you. If this is a problem, ask them to contact us on 0845 602 2589 or email lrssupport@learningrecordsservice.org.uk.

Where can I get further help? Things to do Aged 16 - 19 You can contact a Careers Advisor

Find my ULN. Write it down and keep it safe.

Aged 19+ Contact the National Careers Service Telephone: 0800 100 900

Log in and take a look.

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Ask for access to my PLR.

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PLR and ULN fact sheet for learners Personal Learning Record (PLR) What is a PLR? The PLR is a permanent online record which collects all your learning achievements, including GCSEs, A Levels, BTEC awards, qualifications and work-based learning, into one convenient place.

Why would I want one?

The PLR makes life a lot easier for you. It gives you a life-long record of qualifications and skills achievement, which can be used by colleges, training bodies and employers as evidence, so that you no longer have to hand over copies of different certificates when enrolling on courses or applying for jobs. You can also share your PLR with careers advisors when deciding what you should study next.

Who can see it?

Your PLR belongs to you, and you have control over it. Other people can only view your PLR with your permission. You can also choose which parts of your PLR to print out as a report, when using it as proof of qualifications for employers, for example. Organisations may want to view your PLR when adding qualifications they’ve awarded you, or check what qualifications are already there, but they can only do this with your permission via a Privacy Notice Agreement, and using your Unique Learner Number (ULN).

How can I access it?

If you’re aged 16-19, ask your school, college or training provider to set you up with access to your Learner Account. You’ll need your ULN, password and email address to log in for the first time.

If you’re aged 19+, you’ll be able to access your PLR through the National Careers Service, as well as through your registered learning provider.

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Term Dates 2015/16 AUTUMN TERM 2015 (14 WEEKS) w/c MONDAY September 07 14

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First year RESIDENTIAL students Sunday 6th September First year NON RESIDENTIAL students Tuesday 8th September Second / third year RESIDENTIAL students Sunday 13th September Second / third NON RESIDENTIAL students Tuesday 15th September

Week for half-term

Finish for Christmas at 5.00pm Thursday 17th December Christmas holiday Christmas holiday

SPRING TERM 2016 (12 WEEKS) January 04 11 18 25 February 01 08 15 22 29 March 07 14 21 28 April 04 11 SUMMER TERM 2016 (10 WEEKS) April 18 25 May 02 09 16 23 30

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Except Friday 25th March which is Good Friday Bank Holiday Except Monday 28th March which is Easter Monday Bank Holiday Week for Easter holiday Week for Easter holiday

Term starts Monday 18th April May Day Bank Holiday - Monday 2nd May

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Contact Information Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm Further Education Enquiries and Applications

01270 613242 enquiries@reaseheath.ac.uk

General Enquiries

Discretionary Learner Support Fund

01270 613205 studentfinance@reaseheath.ac.uk

Residential Bursary Fund Information Student Finance Information

Student Services

01270 613209

Accommodation

studentservices@reaseheath.ac.uk

Transport

Student Data

01270 616445 phillipa@reaseheath.ac.uk

IT Helpdesk

01270 613272 enquiries@reaseheath.ac.uk

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How To Find Us Reaseheath College, Nantwich, Cheshire CW5 6DF FROM THE NORTH, SOUTH AND EAST

FROM SOUTH WALES AND SHREWSBURY VIA WHITCHURCH

- Use M6 to Junction 16, then A500/A51 towards Nantwich/Chester

- Use A530 from Whitchurch for 8 miles to Nantwich

- Follow the A500/A51, signposted Chester, for approximately 10 miles (you may notice that this is, in part, a new road)

- Bear right on passing Nantwich Lake on left - At T junction turn left, continue over level crossing and take first exit at roundabout

- After approximately 8 miles you will by-pass Nantwich

- Continue over pedestrian crossing then at next traffic lights turn right (passing through town centre)

- Do not turn towards Nantwich. Continue on the A500/A51 signposted Chester

- At traffic lights at crossroads turn left - Pass straight through next set of traffic lights

- At roundabout take the third exit (B5074 to Winsford), signposted Reaseheath College

- At roundabout take the second exit (B5074 to Winsford), signposted Reaseheath College

- The entrance to the College is on the left hand side of the road approx. 250 metres from the roundabout

- The entrance to the College is on the left hand side of the road approx. 250 metres from the roundabout

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