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Royal College Manchester is a non-maintained further special educational needs college providing education and care for young adults aged 19 to 25 years with the most complex disabilities and health needs in the country. We prioritise person-centred learning whilst offering specialist support to each and every student. Our team works to prepare our students for life as an adult, preparing for employment, self-advocacy and skills for life.
One of Manchester’s best colleges for people with disabilities
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 provide the very best education and support to students with complex learning disabilities and autism.
Our college for special needs students is based in Cheadle Hulme, Greater Manchester and is embarking on an exciting journey to build a state-of-the-art further education specialist college.
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
Taking a person-centred approach, 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, whilst 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 4 college pathways offer students individualised learning opportunities based on their needs and personal preferences. Similar to our special needs school in Manchester, we are proactive with our approach towards building communication, independence, and life skills within our students so they can better prepare for a future where they thrive.
Our PathwaysWelcome to the college leadership team
Recent news
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 provides state-of-the-art learning resources and a highly specialised learning environment tailored to each learner. Students benefit from some outstanding facilities which 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, ranging from one or two nights per week or for more extended periods, depending upon specific care needs.
Find out moreFamily services
We offer support for families 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 sport, wellbeing, health, and leisure activities. 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
Come and see for yourself
Arrange a VisitGet in Touch
If you have any further questions on disability colleges and colleges for special needs students or need any help with your donation, 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 autism charity and how we support those with complex learning disabilities or our residential care for children, take a look at our website.