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Royal College Manchester is a non-maintained college for further special educational needs, providing education and care for young adults aged 16 to 25 years with the most complex disabilities and health needs in the country. We prioritise person-centred learning and schooling for special education whilst offering disability support to each and every student. Our team works to prepare our students for life as adults, preparing them for employment, self-advocacy, and skills.
One of the best special needs colleges in Manchester
Our dedicated and skilled staff team provide highly specialised education to ensure each student’s needs are understood and met.
Our values revolve around our commitment to providing the very best education and support to students with complex learning disabilities and autism.
Our Special needs college is based in Cheadle Hulme, Greater Manchester, and is embarking on an exciting journey to build a state-of-the-art, specialist college in further education.
College Information
Here you’ll find Royal College Manchester’s term dates, key policies, inspection reports and other useful information.
Find out moreOur approach to learning
Our special needs college takes a person-centred approach to learning. We identify what motivates each young person, their interests, strengths, and aspirations, and use this to provide a foundation for their learning. Supporting people with learning difficulties and encouraging students to express their views ultimately helps to shape our planning and students’ individual learning experiences. Some students have clear ideas about what they like to do, while others will need help exploring their choices.
Our Approach to LearningOur Pathways
As one of the best colleges for special needs students, Royal College Manchester educates young adults with the most complex disabilities. Our four college pathways offer students individualised learning opportunities based on their needs and personal preferences. Similar to our special needs school, we are proactive with our approach towards building communication, independence, and life skills for our students so they can better prepare for a future where they thrive.
Our PathwaysWelcome to the college leadership team
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Therapy and Nursing Support
Our teaching staff work alongside a specialist team of therapists and nursing staff with expertise in complex physical disabilities, sensory processing difficulties, and health needs. These include progressive and degenerative conditions.
Find out moreOur Facilities
Our college for special needs students provides state-of-the-art learning resources and a highly specialised learning environment tailored to each student. Students also benefit from outstanding facilities that support them in achieving their learning potential.
DiscoverOur Homes
We take great pride in the homes we provide for the young people who need this support. We also offer short breaks, providing respite care for children, ranging from one or two nights per week or for more extended periods, depending upon specific care needs.
Find out moreFamily services
We offer SEND family support throughout their journey with Seashell, from the initial enquiry right through to planning for the long-term future.
View our Family ServicesSeashell Active
Our sports, physical activity and wellbeing team form a vital part of Seashell, offering a wide range of sports, wellbeing, health, and leisure activities. When taking part in our sports for people with disabilities, children can enjoy our state-of-the-art facilities to learn new skills and, most importantly, have fun.
All About Seashell ActiveBrilliant staff have worked with our daughter – too many to name individually but all great in their own way. Sophie’s interaction with people is vastly improved
John
Sophie's Dad
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Arrange a VisitGet in Touch
If you have any further questions on disability colleges and colleges for special needs students or are looking to donate to charity, feel free to get in touch with our fantastic team. We are always happy to help! Just call us at 0161 610 0100 or email us at info@seashelltrust.org.uk.
If you would like to find out more information about our charity values and how we support those with complex learning disabilities or our residential care for children, take a look at our website.