The Aurora provision is South Thames Colleges Group's specialist, non-residential FE centre for young adults with moderate to severe learning disabilities who may have Autism, behaviours of concern or complex support needs. The provision is based at Merton College in Morden.
The Aurora provision contains eight learning areas and is situated predominantly in a quiet area on the College site, adjacent to attractive parkland. It has its own dedicated entrance, a garden, kitchen, laundry facilities, and large greenhouse. It has access to a dedicated common room and quiet area and allows students to select their preferred area for lunch etc.
The provision is designed to be a safe, secure and welcoming environment for our students. They share a dedicated specialist team who work together to deliver bespoke education, therapy and training for young adults from 16 to 25 years of age.
What we provide
Sessions at the provision run from 9am-3pm four days a week, term time only. Class sizes are small with 6-8 learners per class. Staff support levels vary according to individual student needs. The classes are supported by a specialist therapy team of Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Positive Behaviour Support.
All learners can take part in supported work experience during their programme. The placement and amount of time spent there varies from learner to learner.
Application process
- Download and fill in an application form, and send it back via email or post as detailed on the form where it will be acknowledged and added to our waiting list.
- Applications need to be completed by 31st October for a September start date the following year.
- We will review your application and arrange your assessment (a school observation) late in the Autumn term the year before the requested start date.
- Outcomes of assessments will be notified by the end of February.
- We will then arrange for learners to take part in a weekly transition day at the Aurora Provision during the Summer term before joining.
