Everyone Matters
Q. What is the College’s policy on equal opportunities?
A. Guildford College passionately believes in equality of opportunity for all and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for students and staff.
The College encourages and supports a society in which:
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People’s ability to achieve their potential is not limited by prejudice or discrimination
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There is respect for and protection of the dignity and worth of each individual
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Each individual has an equal opportunity to participate in education and training
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There is mutual respect between groups based on understanding and valuing of diversity and on shared respect for equality and human rights
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Everyone is treated fairly with regard to procedures, assessments and choices and encouraged to achieve their learning aims.
Q. Does the College provide additional support?
A. Yes. There is funding for certain students to access the Additional Learning Support Teams at Stoke Park and Merrist Wood Campuses. ALS provides support for a variety of learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Please let us know any support needs you have before coming to the College or applying for a course. You will be assessed for eligibility. For more information contact Stoke Park Tel: 01483 44 87 17, Merrist Wood Tel: 01483 88 40 17
Q. Will information about my needs be treated confidentially?
A. Yes. It will only be shared with others who need to know in connection with your education in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
Q. How will support be provided?
A. Support is provided in different ways, including dyslexia tutors, visual and hearing specialists and signers, advocacy, support for students with Aspergers, notetakers and learning support assistants. You may need:
Q. I have mobility problems. Will I be able to get around the College easily?
A. All teaching at Merrist Wood is carried out at ground floor level. Stoke Park has lifts to upper floors in most cases. Both Campuses have accessible toilets. Please contact the College if you have an access issue so that we can be prepared and help to support you.
Q. Can I have special arrangements for exams?
A. Yes. This could be in the form of extra time, use of a word processor, a scribe, modified exam papers, rest breaks, a separate room or someone to read the paper to you. The College must provide evidence that this is necessary and you may need to be assessed. Let us know as soon as possible so that we can request concessions with the appropriate exam board.
Q. I have to follow a special diet. What do I do?
A. Contact the Catering Manager in the food outlets at either campus to discuss your requirements or to find out more information about ingredients and alternatives. For more information contact Stoke Park Tel: 01483 44 85 80, or Merrist Wood Tel: 01483 88 40 83.
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