Colleges' Open Days & Evenings & Link Contacts

Hertfordshire Regional College:

https://hrc.ac.uk/

Broxbourne and Ware Campuses

Next open days- 3rd February 2026 (5:30 - 8pm) and 28th April 2026

Booking link for these events:

https://hrc.ac.uk/events/open-event-feb26/

https://hrc.ac.uk/subject-areas/inclusive-learning/

Transition Support Worker:

Karen Stephenson – 01992 411 853 / kstephenson@hrc.ac.uk

HRC are happy for parents to contact Karen directly if you'd like to arrange a bespoke visit.

https://hrc.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FE_SEND_LOCAL_OFFER_learning-pathways-june19-final.pdf

Oaklands College in St Albans:

https://www.oaklands.ac.uk/contact-us/campus-locations/st-albans-campus/

They have 2 departments which may be appropriate: Springfield for those with the most significant needs and the LIFE department. However, they would assess a best fit for your young person.

They have an open day on the 5th February 2026 from 5 to 7:30pm- see this flyer. However, if you find this may be too overwhelming for your young person, then they would be happy to accommodate other visits. The contact person is Loren Bell- her details are below (email is best.)

Loren Bell

Loren.Bell@oaklands.ac.uk
Transition support worker
Working days Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm
Telephone number: 01727 737414

Epping Forest New City College:

There will be another open day on Saturday 31st January which will be quieter so more suitable for our Y13 and Y12 students as well as Year 14. Please book a slot- link is below and here: https://www.ncclondon.ac.uk/openevents

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 All Campuses This is your opportunity to: Tour our facilities and classrooms Explore full-time, part-time, and adult learning options Meet tutors and current students Get expert advice on applications, careers, and student support Whether you're leaving school, returning to education, or looking to upskill, this event is designed to help you find the right path for your future.

Booking is required – please visit Open Events | New City College to choose your campus and register for your free ticket.

Also, our school's point of contact is Sarah Glover. You may wish to contact her if you'd like a weekday visit to see the SEND department in action: Sarah.Glover@ncclondon.ac.uk