We are committed to ensuring the very best learner experience, where you’ll flourish in a culture of respect and support and where we celebrate difference and thrive on each other’s success.
We offer personalised support based around you and coordinated by our SENCO. Support could be in the classroom, outside the classroom, in exams or through equipment and modifications to your learning spaces or in the wider college environment.
Introducing our SENDCo
Lead Skills for Life Tutor and SENDCo
Contact: d.pugsley@theNHC.co.uk
Starting college is an exciting time and also a time of great change. You will have access to comprehensive support and wellbeing services at the National Horseracing College.
Our dedicated, qualified College Counsellor can give you advice and support for your emotional, mental health, welfare and pastoral wellbeing. Our College Counsellor is here for you whether you’re on a residential course or are in the workplace on an apprenticeship. The support provided is free of charge and is confidential.
College Counsellor and Designated Safeguarding Officer
Contact: c.walker@thenhc.co.uk
British horseracing takes safeguarding extremely seriously. The ongoing work to make the industry as safe and enjoyable as possible is led by the British Horseracing Authority, the governing body of horseracing.
A clear safeguarding strategy has been put in place by the British Horseracing Authority to protect people involved in the industry. It is complete with policies, procedures and regulations. Every participant must adhere to the policies that apply to them.
The National Horseracing College places safeguarding and the welfare of learners at the heart of all we do. We work hard to set high standards and to give our learners the confidence to speak up when they see or experience behaviours that fall short, either at the college or in the workplace. Our staff are all trained in safeguarding and fully understand that upholding this duty of care is everyone’s responsibility. We also have a dedicated team who are skilled in supporting young and vulnerable people once they leave the college to embark on their career in the horseracing industry. We work closely with the British Horseracing Authority safeguarding team, in particular with regard to selecting learner work placements.
College Counsellor and Designated Safeguarding Lead
Contact: j.ellis@theNHC.co.uk
– Ofsted Report December 2022
