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The Sutton Life Centre is one of several partnerships between colleges and external partners, where SEND learners are prepared to access education, and to build a future beyond it.
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SEND first class: How groundbreaking partnership are rethinking SEND support
The Sutton Life Centre is one of several partnerships between colleges and external partners where SEND learners are prepared not only to access education, but to build a future beyond it
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December 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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To round off #ThePowerofSpecialistFE we are sharing two more student testimonials using assistive technology during their day-to-day.

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December 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Day 5 (video 2) of The Power of Specialist Further Education 💙

Persie signs as she speaks, sharing her love of friends, lessons and work experience. Specialist further education values all communication styles and supports students to express themselves confidently.

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND
December 5, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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Janay, a former Preparation for Life student at QAC, shares how the experience helped her grow. Over the past week, we've highlighted how #ThePowerofSpecialistFE has impacted our former students' lives. Catch up on their stories here: buff.ly/979JZPQ
A graphic with a yellow rectangular box containing bold blue text that reads, “I’m supporting #ThePowerofSpecialistFE.” Below, the website “specialistfe.com” appears in dark blue. To the right, smaller blue text reads, “We unlock education. We transform lives. We create lasting impact.” In the bottom-right corner is a circular logo with the words “The power of specialist further education.” The background features bold maroon and cream curved shapes. With a photo of Janay on the left side of the image
December 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Really enjoyed being back at Victoria College Northfield for #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE week.

The staff & trustees provide an essential service that improves life chances for young people across Birmingham & the West Mids.

I'm glad we're making progress on funding in Parliament.
December 4, 2025 at 6:27 PM
henshaws.bsky.social
Day 4 (part 2) of The Power of Specialist Further Education 💙

Bilal washes up after cooking macaroni cheese... A brilliant example of how specialist further education helps students build everyday life skills and independence!

Find out more: https://specialistfe.com

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND
December 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM
natspec.bsky.social
Clare Howard's tour continues with a visit to Lighthouse Futures, speaking to learners and learning more about all the employers Lighthouse Futures works with.

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #CatchClareIfYouCan
Clare with many learners and staff. The learners are all holding posters with "The Power of Specialist FE" campaign logo on them A wall of framed logos of various employers logos
December 4, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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Our former student Zachary shares how being a residential student at QAC prepared him for supported living after college. He learned to be more social, manage his time, and acquired new skills. This exemplifies #ThePowerofSpecialistFE, offering a well-rounded experience for life beyond college!
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December 4, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Day 3 of The Power of Specialist Further Education 💙

Tess signs along as she tells us what she enjoys most. Specialist education provides the communication support and tailored teaching that helps students engage fully.

Find out more: https://specialistfe.com

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND
December 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Today we are highlighting Millie!

Mille commented, "I started here 2 years ago on the LEAP Care course, and I’m now doing my first year in Health and Social Care. My future goals and aspirations are to work in Childcare in a nursery, school or playgroup."

Well done, Millie! #ThePowerofSpecialistFE
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December 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Natspec Chief Executive @ClareH_Natspec continues her cross country journey visiting specialist colleges to talk about #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE

Despite nearly 500 miles on the road, she's not done yet, so #CatchClareIfYouCan
Clare Howard at Rotherham Opportunities College Clare Howard with students and staff at Landmarks Specialist College. One of the students is holding a pledge board saying Specialist FE works for me Clare at Creating Tomorrow College with a group of students, one of whom holds a pledge board saying "specialist FE works for me"
December 3, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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We’re proud to stand with colleges nationwide celebrating #ThePowerofSpecialistFE - unlocking education, transforming lives and creating lasting impact.
December 3, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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✨Phoenix’s story is proof that when education fits around the learner, not the other way around, young people can thrive.

Read the blog 👇
🔗 www.togethertrust.org.uk/news/the-pow...

#SpecialistFEWorksForMe #ThePowerofSpecialistFE @natspec.bsky.social
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December 3, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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Communication isn’t one-size-fits-all 💙

Symbol boards, objects, gestures and tech all help our students express themselves. Specialist further education makes space for every form of communication.

Find out more: https://specialistfe.com

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
A printed communication sheet with a photo of Nancy at the top. Underneath are symbols showing a person brushing hair and a doll’s head, with the sentence “Nancy likes brush dolly’s hair.” Nancy sits cross-legged on a carpeted floor smiling while holding a hairbrush, facing a mannequin head with hair positioned in front of her.
December 2, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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In support of #ThePowerofSpecialistFE, we celebrate Josh, a former student who completed our Supported Internship Programme and found full-time work. Josh stated: “I never expected to get paid employment so soon, but I seized the opportunity at Latham’s.” We are proud of Josh and all our interns!
A graphic with a pale pink background and a large magenta speech-bubble shape on the right. Inside the bubble, bold white text reads “#SpecialistFE worked for me.” In the bottom right corner, there is a circular logo with the words “The power of specialist further education.” Beneath the bubble, small blue text reads: “We unlock education. We transform lives. We create lasting impact.” with the photo of Josh on the right side of the design
December 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Professionals from general FE & specialist colleges pledging their support for #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE campaign at today’s AoC SEND Conference. #AoCSEND25 @aoc-info.bsky.social

Find out more: www.specialistfe.com
December 2, 2025 at 2:17 PM
togethertrust.bsky.social
📢It’s #ThePowerofSpecialistFE awareness week! We’re celebrating our amazing learners and staff who make a difference every day.

👉Hear directly from our students:
📽️Watch the video www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6NU...

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The power of Specialist Further Education - what do students from Bridge College think about it?
YouTube video by Together Trust
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December 2, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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Our students are heading to the Houses of Parliament today to talk to MPs to advocate for a better future.

They will be interviewing MPs for their student-led podcast Westminster Unfiltered which dives into political issues and asks tough questions.

#ThePowerofSpecialistFE #SpecialistFEWorksForMe
December 2, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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On SNJ Today: Specialist further education is too often forgotten when it comes to government policy priorities. @natspec.bsky.social the Specialist Colleges Association, is asking you to help them highlight its importance. #ThePowerofSpecialistFE. Find out how: www.specialneedsjungle.com/s...
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December 1, 2025 at 7:45 PM
henshaws.bsky.social
Another Day 1 post for The Power of Specialist FE 💙

Georgia, who uses a communication device, shares what she enjoys about college: the opportunities and the people around her.

Find out more about the campaign: https://specialistfe.com

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
December 1, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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"The staff really understand me here. I feel so supported, and I can be myself, I've learnt a lot."

Natspec Chief Executive Clare Howard was delighted to visit KITE College as the first stop on her #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE roadtrip! Where will she be off to next? #CatchClareIfYouCan
Clare Howard stands next to Principal Sarah Miller and students at KITE College. One of the students is holding a pledge board stating "I'm supporting the power of specialist FE"
December 1, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Specialist FE has a life-changing impact on young people. We and our colleges see it every day. But don't just take our word for it; hear directly from learners in our campaign video about how #SpecialistFEWorksForMe

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE

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Celebrating the Power of Specialist FE
YouTube video by Natspec
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December 1, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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We’re proud to be taking part in #ThePowerofSpecialistFE awareness week this December, celebrating the incredible achievements of our learners!
A graphic with a yellow rectangular box containing bold blue text that reads, “I’m supporting #ThePowerofSpecialistFE.” Below, the website “specialistfe.com” appears in dark blue. To the right, smaller blue text reads, “We unlock education. We transform lives. We create lasting impact.” In the bottom-right corner is a circular logo with the words “The power of specialist further education.” The background features bold maroon and cream curved shapes.
December 1, 2025 at 9:01 AM
natspec.bsky.social
Natspec Chief Executive Clare Howard was up early this morning to set off on her cross-country road trip, visiting colleges across the country for #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE week. From Kent to London and Manchester to Birmingham, keep an eye out for her this week, and #CatchClareIfYouCan!
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December 1, 2025 at 8:33 AM
natspec.bsky.social
A powerful and important piece - thank you, Ben Bastin, for bringing such clarity to an issue that too often gets overlooked.

Find out more about our awareness week starting on Monday at specialistfe.com #ThePowerofSpecialistFE
feweek.bsky.social FE Week @feweek.bsky.social · Nov 27
'A guarantee that excludes young people with SEND is a moral failure'
Ben Bastin, @natspec.bsky.social on how the government's youth guarantee fails to reflect the needs of SEND young people
feweek.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM