Next steps team:

Contact details:

Telephone:  0113 323 0073

Email: info.brierley@coopacademies.co.uk

East SILC John Jamieson – Post-16 Programme (16–19 years)

East SILC John Jamieson is a specialist provision for learners aged 16 to 19, with a Post-16 programme designed to prepare students for adulthood and life beyond school, regardless of the pathway they choose.

The curriculum is personalised and co-designed with input from the students themselves, as well as parents, carers, and staff, through consultations at the start of each academic year. This ensures that learning is relevant, engaging, and focused on the skills most important to each individual learner.

Skills commonly identified by students as priorities include:

• Self-help and independence skills: developed through cooking, managing finances, off-site leisure activities, enterprise projects, and understanding adult feelings and emotions.
• Physical and mobility development: supported through off-site sporting and leisure activities.
• Self-confidence and personal growth: fostered through work experience, internships, sports and physical activities, college link courses, residential visits, and other authentic adult experiences.

The programme is designed to provide a holistic approach to learning, supporting students to gain the practical, social, and emotional skills required for successful progression into further education, training, or employment.

Website: https://www.eastsilc.org/Partnership-Brigshaw-Staff 

Telephone: 0113 3235871

Email: school@westoaks.leeds.sch.uk 

West SILC: The Powerhouse – Post-16 Programme (16–19 years)

The Powerhouse is West SILC’s specialist provision for learners aged 16 to 19, offering a personalised Post-16 programme designed to prepare students for adulthood, further education, and employment.

At The Powerhouse, each student’s learning journey is based on the Foundation Learning Programme, structured around two key strands: ‘Learning to Live’ and ‘Learning to Earn’. These strands enable students to develop practical and transferable skills by replicating real-life scenarios they may encounter now and in the future, with ongoing support to consolidate and build upon these skills. Regular access to the community ensures students develop confidence and competence in wider life skills.

Students are grouped according to ability rather than age, with differentiated learning resources tailored to individual needs. Over the course of the week, learners participate in three formal taught days alongside two life skills/PSHE sessions or work experience placements, depending on their personalised learning plan. This approach ensures a balanced focus on both academic and practical skills, preparing students for independent living, employment, and future education.

Telephone: 0113 229 9000

Email : rob.lakewood@westsilc.org 

Website: West Silc Post 16

South SILC: Broomfield – Post-16 Programme (16–19 years)

Broomfield offers a specialist Post-16 provision for learners aged 16 to 19, providing a functional curriculum designed to prepare students for independent living, further education, and employment. A functional curriculum focuses on developing practical knowledge and skills in real-life situations, ensuring learning is meaningful and relevant to each student’s daily life.

While the curriculum maintains an academic element where appropriate, particularly in English and Maths, subjects are taught through the lens of practical life skills, with a focus on home, self, and travel. The aim is to enable learners to practise and gain confidence in everyday tasks and interactions, preparing them for responsibilities at home, independent living, or contributing to society through employment or volunteering.

Phone: 0113 277 1603

Email: broomfield@broomfieldschool.org.uk

Address: Broom Place, Belle Isle, Leeds, LS10 3JP

Website: South SILC Post 16

Pinc College Leeds

Located in the heart of Leeds City Centre, Pinc College specialises in supporting neurodiverse young people aged 16 to 25. Classes run five days a week, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

The curriculum focuses on Art, Design, and Craft, offering attainment and qualification opportunities in these areas. Functional skills such as English, Maths, Communication, and ICT are integrated throughout each individual study programme to support students’ broader learning and personal development.

Pinc College delivers a creative study programme through small learning groups (maximum of 7 pupils). Each programme is tailor-made, with extensive support provided by the EHCP coordinator, speech and communication specialists, and mental health practitioners to ensure every student can achieve their potential.

Entry Requirement: Art GCSE or equivalent Art qualification.

Assistance with transport can be arranged through the local council. 

Website: https://pinccollege.co.uk/yorkshire-creative-learning-studios/

Address: The Leeds City Art Gallery, The Headrow, Leeds LS1 3AA

Contact person: Lucy.Smith@pinccollege.co.uk
 

Future Horizons operates two sites in the heart of Leeds, located in the vibrant areas of Kirkstall and Beeston, offering accessible services and strong links with the local community.

The provision is designed for young adults aged 19 to 30, with care and support tailored to meet each individual’s needs and preferences. Social care packages are available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, 50 weeks per year. In addition, a social club runs every Saturday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, 50 weeks per year, providing further opportunities for social interaction and community engagement.

For pupils with complex needs, choice and communication are central to the learning programme. A 1:1 staff ratio allows personalised activities to be repeated as needed, focusing on helping clients make choices independently. Intensive Interaction is embedded throughout the day to enhance communication skills for pupils who are pre-verbal or require additional support in developing expressive and receptive language.

Pupils enjoy a variety of activities, including creative skills, practical cooking sessions, and opportunities to practise functional maths and English through a life skills curriculum.

The sites are equipped with excellent facilities, including a well-stocked art area available to pupils throughout the day, a large, safe kitchen for preparing healthy meals and baking, and two sensory rooms which are accessed as part of the daily routine.

Website: https://www.futurehorizonsleeds.co.uk/ 

Address: 1 Wyther Lane, Kirkstall, Leeds, LS5 3BT

Unit 7, Landmark Court, Elland Road, Leeds, LS11 8JT

Tel: 0113 2747894        

E-mail: info@futurehorizonsleeds.co.uk 

Swarthmore College offers individualised timetables for each student, operating four days per week (10:00 am – 4:00 pm) over 35 weeks per year. The college caters for learners with a wide range of abilities, from Entry Level 1 up to A Level, providing flexible learning opportunities that meet each student’s needs and aspirations. (Please note: the college is currently not accessible to wheelchair users.)

The Swarthmore Study Programme combines academic learning with practical life skills. In addition to English and Maths, students have access to work experience opportunities and supported internships, helping them build confidence, independence, and employability skills. Learners can remain in education at Swarthmore up to the age of 25.

The curriculum is designed to be creative and engaging, offering a range of activities such as art and craft, cooking, ICT skills development, and independent living preparation. Classes are kept deliberately small, with no more than seven students per group, supported by a teacher and a teaching assistant, ensuring a highly personalised and supportive learning environment.

Please ensure that applications to Swarthmore College are submitted as early as possible, as this is a highly sought-after provision with limited spaces available each year.

Website: https://www.swarthmore.org.uk/study-programme

Address: 2-7 Woodhouse Square Leeds West YorkshireLS3 1AD

Tel: 0113 2437986

Contact person: Malgorzata Ciesluk  malgorzata.ciesluk@swarthmore.org.uk

Camphill Wakefield offers a non-residential provision for young people with special educational needs and disabilities, providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can develop practical, creative, and life skills.

Classes typically run three days per week (9:00 am – 3:30 pm), with the possibility of extending to four or five days through social care funding where appropriate. The college focuses on developing independence, confidence, and social skills through hands-on learning and meaningful experiences.

Students can choose from a range of vocational and craft-based subjects, including woodwork, pottery, textiles, farming, gardening, and animal care. These activities promote responsibility, teamwork, and practical skill development in a calm, inclusive setting.

Camphill Wakefield values small group learning, maintaining classes of around seven students, supported by a tutor and dedicated support staff, to ensure each learner receives personalised attention and guidance.

Students are asked to bring a packed lunch from home, with lunchtime running from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Transport is organised by families through their local authority.

Website: https://camphill.ac.uk 

Address: Wood Lane, Chapelthorpe, Wakefield WF4 3JL                   
Tel: 01924 255281

Contact person: Morven Simpson morven.s@camphill.ac.uk

Located in Meanwood, Nacro is a national charity that supports thousands of people every day through its education, housing, and justice services. The Leeds centre provides tailored education and training opportunities for young people who may need a more flexible or supportive approach to learning.

Each class consists of around 10 pupils, ensuring a personalised and focused learning environment. Currently, there are approximately 60 students enrolled, with numbers expected to increase to around 80 in the 2024–2025 academic year.

Nacro recognises that every young person is unique, with individual needs, strengths, and aspirations. Their personalised study programmes and vocational courses are designed to help learners develop the skills, confidence, and qualifications needed to progress into further education, employment, or training.

Students follow bespoke timetables, attending three days per week (9:00 am – 4:15 pm). Courses are available for learners aged 16 to 18, and up to age 25 for those with an EHCP.

Courses include:

• Motor Vehicle Studies – Level 1 & Level 2
• Service & Maintenance Engineering – (To be confirmed)
• Employability Skills – Level 1 & Level 2
• Functional Skills Maths & English – Entry Level 2 to Level 2
• GCSE Maths & English – Subject to eligibility and prior attainment

Website: nacro.org.uk/leeds 

Address: Valley Mills, 334 Meanwood Road, Leeds, LS7 2JF

Email: studyleeds@nacro.org.uk

Tel: 0113 239 2674

The Joseph Priestley Centre offers a wide range of community-focused and foundation courses for learners aged 19 to 25, including employability programmes, leisure courses, pre-internships, and supported internships. The provision is designed to help young adults develop independence, confidence, and the skills needed for future employment or further learning.

Classes run three days per week (9:00 am – 3:00 pm), and pupils are expected to arrive by 8:45 am. Lunch breaks are staggered, beginning from 11:00 am onwards to support flexible routines and individual needs.

The Beeston campus provides a range of excellent facilities, including classrooms, IT suites, medical storage areas, assistive technology, job coach support, and a fully equipped flat kitchen for developing independent living skills. Functional Skills in English and Maths are embedded throughout the curriculum, ensuring that learners continue to develop essential academic and life skills.

Students take part in a variety of practical learning experiences that prepare them for meaningful work placements. These include access to Printworks’ world-class kitchen, modern digital labs, and on-site facilities at the Joseph Priestley Centre. Learners gain hands-on experience in areas such as hospitality, hair and beauty, and other vocational pathways.

Students have the option to complete up to three years of study, or to continue their education until the age of 25, depending on their individual needs and goals. Many learners complete work experience within The Vine, Printworks, or at the Joseph Priestley Centre itself. The college also runs a ‘Next Steps to Employment’ course, designed to help learners develop employability skills and prepare for supported or independent work.

Contact Person: Marie Hazelgrave

Email: marie.hazelgrave@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

Website: https://leedscitycollege.ac.uk/campuses/joseph-priestley-centre-beeston/

Address: Burton Ave, Leeds LS11 5ER

Tel: 0113 2846690

The Vine provides specialist education for learners with severe and complex learning difficulties, ensuring that each young person receives highly individualised support. Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plans identify the learner’s educational, health, and social needs, and outline the additional provision required to meet them. Individual medical regimes are followed in close partnership with NHS services to ensure holistic care.

The curriculum is organised into distinct learning strands, such as Sensory Strand, Cognition, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH). Core subjects are embedded within these strands — English is taught through My Communication and Maths through My Thinking. Learners also take part in Independent Living sessions that focus on developing essential life skills to promote autonomy and confidence.

Classes run three days per week, from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. Learners who make suitable progress may have the opportunity to transition to the Joseph Priestley Centre to continue their educational journey and further develop vocational and life skills.

Housed in a dedicated, purpose-built environment, The Vine offers exceptional facilities including a hydrotherapy pool, sensory rooms, and rebound therapy areas. The setting is designed to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning experience, tailored to each learner’s individual needs.

Contact Person: Clair Armstrong

Email: sendteam@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

Website: https://leedscitycollege.ac.uk/campuses/the-vine/

Address: Torre Drive, Burmantofts, LS9 7DH

Telephone: 0113 284 6680

Lighthouse Futures Trust is an innovative and progressive organisation dedicated to changing the lives of young adults aged 16 to 25. The Trust offers engaging programmes designed to help learners develop essential social and employability skills, preparing them for further education, supported internships, and the workplace.

The programme runs Monday to Friday, 9:15 am – 3:15 pm, providing consistent structure and support throughout the week. Learners can begin a Pre-Internship from the age of 16, with Supported Internships available following Post-16 education. Maths and English are integrated into the programme and are taught every Thursday and Friday to both Pre-Interns and Supported Interns, ensuring that learners continue to develop core academic skills alongside vocational experience.

Students are supported by dedicated job coaches during their internships. In the workplace, learners are paired with work buddies who provide guidance and support as they develop practical skills and confidence in their chosen roles. Learners have the opportunity to gain experience with reputable employers, including the NHS, Johnson & Johnson, HMRC, and other local businesses, giving them real-world experience and helping them transition successfully into employment.

Website: https://lighthousefuturestrust.org.uk

Address: Moorfield House, Alma Road, Leeds LS6 2AH

Tel: 0113 3400006

Email: Karen@lighthousefuturestrust.org.uk

Contact Person: Karen Horner - Programme Co-ordinator 

Quarry Hill Campus is one of the main campuses of Leeds City College and offers a wide range of courses for 14–16 year olds, 16–18 year olds, A Levels, T Levels, and Apprenticeships. The campus provides students with access to specialist facilities and industry-standard resources to support a wide variety of academic and vocational pathways.

Facilities at Quarry Hill Campus include specialist childcare and public training resources, health science labs, a practical care suite, creative digital technologies, and industry-standard studios and theatres. Additional resources include purpose-built dance studios, a theatre, darkrooms, childcare facilities, medical areas, modern classrooms, digital suites, stages, and creative studios. An onsite café is available for students, and the campus is wheelchair accessible.

Classes typically run three to four days per week, depending on the course, with class sizes ranging from 20 to 25 pupils. Entry requirements vary according to the course, and all offers are conditional. Interviews are held every two weeks following completion of the online application form. The college aims to group SEN pupils together where possible, although this may not always be feasible.

Quarry Hill Campus provides a supportive and resource-rich learning environment, allowing students to develop both academic and practical skills while preparing for progression into further education, vocational training, or employment.

Website: https://leedscitycollege.ac.uk/campuses/quarry-hill-campus/

Address: Playhouse Square, Leeds LS2 7BS

Telephone: 0113 386 1997 (select option 4)

Email: contact@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

The provision previously known as Somerville House has now relocated to Park Lane Campus, offering a supportive learning environment for students with EHCPs. Small class sizes are maintained to provide personalised support, with a maximum of 10–14 pupils per class. The campus currently offers 120 places, with 56 learners having an EHCP. Vocational courses at Park Lane lead to Entry Level 3 qualifications in Personal Development.

The campus runs three days per week (9:00 am – 4:00 pm), with a breakfast club starting at 8:30 am to support learners’ wellbeing and readiness for the day.

Art is a popular subject choice, with pupils receiving additional support if they wish to complete GCSEs in Maths and English. A variety of other supported courses offered by Leeds City College are also available at this site, allowing learners to pursue interests, develop vocational skills, and work towards future progression in education or employment.

Address: Park Lane Campus, Park Lane, Woodhouse, Leeds LS3 1AA

Email: contact@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

Please ensure that applications to Leeds College of Building are submitted early, as this is a highly competitive placement with limited spaces.

Leeds College of Building (LCB) is the only General Further Education College (GFEC) in the UK dedicated to the construction industry. The college offers a supported provision for students with SEND aged 16 to 24, designed to provide personalised learning and development opportunities.

The Bridge Builder course is tailored to meet individual needs, helping learners work towards outcomes in further study, employment, and independent living. The course benefits from reduced class sizes and a small, dedicated staff team who provide close support throughout the programme.

The course combines construction trades, employability, and social skills development, with Maths, English, enrichment, and work experience integrated into the timetable. The level of Maths and English offered is based on prior exam achievement and College assessment, with learners completing either Functional Skills or GCSEs.

Construction trades offered within the Bridge Builder course include:

• Joinery
• Brickwork
• Painting & Decorating
• Block Paving
• Plastering & Tiling

LCB operates across two campuses in Leeds: North Street Campus and South Bank Campus, providing world-class learning environments and specialist classrooms and workshops for craft and higher technical courses in building services, construction trades, rail, and higher education. These facilities allow students to develop practical skills in realistic settings while preparing for further study or employment in the construction industry.

Address: North Street, Leeds LS2 7QT

Tel: 0113 222 6000

Email: highneeds@lcb.ac.uk