The power of specialist further education

Stay connected with The Power of Specialist FE

Here you’ll find the latest stories from The Power of Specialist FE campaign.

This page brings together updates from specialist FE providers across the country, highlighting what is happening throughout the awareness week and beyond, showcasing the transformative power of specialist FE for learners and local communities.

This page will continue to grow throughout the awareness week as new updates and media coverage are added.

Visit regularly to stay informed and help champion The Power of Specialist FE.

Further education providers are participating in a national awareness campaign this week, The Power of Specialist FE, which aims to highlight the vital provision being offered to learners with more complex needs across the country.

Preferred questions: 

  • What steps is the Government taking to ensure specialist further education is recognised as an essential part of the education and skills system? 
  • How does the Government intend to support and resource collaboration between specialist and general FE colleges to strengthen inclusion across the sector? 
  • Will the Government commit to giving access to capital funding to specialist colleges, which are currently excluded from the FE capital transformation fund? 
  • What plans are in place to give equal access to transport support for 16 – 19 year olds with SEND so that travel is not a barrier to participation in further education? 
  • What plans does the Government have to expand existing post-16 outcomes measures so they more meaningfully reflect the broad range of achievements of learners with SEND, including those with more complex needs? 

If you are interested in asking any questions in Parliament, please contact Natspec@PLMR.co.uk for further information or additional suggestions

The Power of Specialist FE
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