For many people, catching a bus is an everyday activity. But for young people with a visual impairment (V.I.), the combination of engine noise, crowded aisles, and unfamiliar layouts can make bus travel feel overwhelming.
We are seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our Board of Governors and support our continued success. Previous Board experience is not essential.
The spotlight recently shone on the people who keep everything running smoothly at the College – our volunteers.
In mid-March, teachers Charlotte and Annie accompanied Health and Social Care students Alleah, Huw, and Oscar to the Kemble at Home training facility, a specialist 'at home' care provider in Herefordshire.
Kyron joined RNC in 2021 and in his first two years studied on the ASPIRE programme, achieving Level 1 qualifications in Sport and in Business. In Year 3 Kyron completed Level 2 Gym-based qualifications. During his time on the course, Kyron gained plenty of hands-on experience in the student gym. He took on real responsibilities including welcoming clients, planning fitness sessions, helping with cleaning and maintenance. He also led exercises for fellow students, using these experiences to build his skills and confidence.
What a brilliant week it was before Easter for our students on their cultural trip to Cité scolaire René Pellet in Lyon. From start to finish, they’ve squeezed in so many experiences and made memories that will stay with them for a long time.
If you've ever popped into the Oakchurch Farm Shop, you'll likely recognise Tammy, the Shop's General Manager, who's usually busy keeping things running. But these days, when she isn't at Oakchurch you'll find her doing a different type of "running" at thePoint4 gym, training for a challenge that most people would shy away from.
Our Sport and Recreation students recently had the opportunity to attend a Career Day at PureGym Herefordshire, hosted by former student Jack Cooper, now Assistant Manager within the PureGym organisation.
Earlier this month students participated in a drumming workshop with Bym at Beat Bang Bong. Bym provides energising drumming sessions.
My name is Nia and I am a student at the Royal National College for the Blind. Whilst writing my EPQ (project-based qualification) last year I considered varying attitudes towards studying sciences. I came across the fact that there are relatively few well known vision impaired or blind people in the scientific community. This was something that I considered for a long time, as I wondered why there is such a small representation.
RNC student, Elliot Fergus-Fuller, organised a highly successful and informative event in February as part of his Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). Elliot co-ordinated visits from both West Mercia Police and Longtown Mountain Rescue, bringing together expert guidance, practical demonstrations, and valuable safety resources for the College community.
To celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March, student Jimmy whipped up a batch of beautiful cupcakes for her fellow students. She decorated the cakes with a yellow icing to represent the Mimosa flower, a symbol of appreciation and solidarity for IWD. Jimmy gifted her bakes to a workshop being held in Stephens Hall, hosted by RSO Bek.
Level 1 Vocational students planned, organised, and delivered a V.I. Awareness and Wellbeing event for Year 4 St Francis Xavier's RC Primary School pupils as part of an in-house work experience project in March.
Humna Hussain, a fourth-year student at the College, successfully delivered a Public Health Information Day in February as part of her Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).
Improv dance is the art of creating movement in the moment without a pre-planned routine. This made it the perfect activity for our students Alice, Amy, Christina, Davide, Emily, Hazal, and Jacob.
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