Colleges' Open Days & Evenings & Link Contacts
Hertfordshire Regional College:
Broxbourne and Ware Campuses
Next open days: all 5:30- 8pm
24th September 2026
24th November 2026
4th February 2027
27th April 2027
Booking link for these events:
https://hrc.ac.uk/events/
Transition Support Worker:
HRC are happy for parents to contact Karen directly if you'd like to arrange a bespoke visit.
Oaklands College in St Albans:
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.
https://www.oaklands.ac.uk/news-events/open-events/
Loren Bell
Transition support worker
Working days Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm
Telephone number: 01727 737414
Epping Forest New City College:
Open days for 26-27:
Saturday 21st November 2026, 10am- 2pm
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 Smith. You may wish to contact her if you'd like a weekday visit to see the SEND department in action: Sarah.Smith@ncclondon.ac.uk
Chelmsford College:
Chelmsford College | INSPIRE (SEND Support)
Visit the College to see and experience all that is on offer, meet students and talk through your options with our teaching staff and specialist advice and guidance teams.
We hope to be able to invite you to visit the College on these dates:
Next Events
- Wednesday 04th November 2026 (6pm to 8.30pm)
- Wednesday 03rd February 2027 (6pm to 8.30pm)
- Wednesday 05th May 2027 | Full-Time, Adult Learning, Online Courses and Apprenticeships (6pm to 8.30pm)
Please note: You will need to register for these events.
The link is on this page:
Chelmsford College Events & Open Evenings
Scroll down the page to see what times the specialist SEND talks will be held.
If you have any queries or require help reading or accessing this information, don't hesitate to call the College Careers Advice Zone on 01245 29 30 31 or email careersadvicezone@chelmsford.ac.uk
St Elizabeth's :
Open day: Fri 9th October 2026 10am- 1pm:
https://www.stelizabeths.org.uk/further-education-college/college-admissions/
Remember to book your place for a visit on Open Day
https://www.stelizabeths.org.uk/
Link person: Deputy Head- Vicky Ingram. Please contact Oli Adams to arrange tours and visits: Oli.Adams@stelizabeths.org.uk
St John's:
Open days:
Thursday 22nd October 2026: 11am-12 OR 2-3pm
Thursday 4th February 2027: 11am-12 OR 2-3pm
Please call and book a slot from a month in advance or email Andrianna:
andriannanicolaou@stjohnsrcschool.co.uk
Flyer and letter with reply slip can be found here:
/docs/OPEN_DAY_letter_23rd_October_2025.docx
/docs/Open_Day_FLYER_-_23rd_October_2025.docx
- Address: Turpins Lane, Woodford Bridge, Essex, IG8 8AX
- Phone: 020 8504 1818
- Age Range: 5 to 19 years (with sixth form/post-16 education)
- Student Needs: Supports students with moderate to severe learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and communication needs.
- Website: You can check updates or contact details directly through the St John's RC School Website.
They welcome prospective parents, carers, and students to book individual visits and guided tours directly. This approach allows families to view the facilities and discuss specific student provisions in a quiet, tailored setting.
Waltham Forest College
Waltham Forest College: https://www.waltham.ac.uk/
https://www.waltham.ac.uk/adult-learning/retrain-and-upskill/foundation-learning-send
Open event bookings are on this page:
https://www.waltham.ac.uk/open-events
