At Cambian Lufton College, we offer a wide range of personalised learning opportunities designed to support young people with learning disabilities in developing essential life skills, building confidence, and preparing for adulthood.

Personalised Learning & Goal Setting

Every student follows a tailored programme of study based on their interests, strengths, and existing skills, aligned with their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes. At the start of each academic year, students complete a Baseline Assessment, identifying strengths and areas for development. These findings, together with EHCP outcomes, inform a multi-disciplinary goal-setting process, with personalised goals reviewed termly to ensure progress.

Our curriculum provides opportunities for students to develop functional, vocational, and personal skills while participating in both the college community and wider society. Students are encouraged to shape their own learning journey, giving them ownership and motivation throughout their placement.

Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement (RARPA) Programme

The RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement) programme complements our accredited learning pathways by focusing on small, meaningful steps and individual progress. This approach is particularly suited to learners who benefit from sensory-led, engagement-focused, and highly personalised activities.

Learning aims within RARPA are flexible, responsive, and centred on each student’s wellbeing, regulation, and engagement. Progress is recorded through observation and evidence of engagement, rather than formal academic outcomes, ensuring that achievements are accessible, meaningful, and motivating. Outcomes are regularly reviewed and adapted to meet the student’s evolving needs, supporting ongoing development and overall growth.

Qualifications & Accreditation

Students develop their literacy and numeracy skills as part of their individual learning programmes. For students working at Entry Level 2 and above, there are opportunities to work towards recognised Functional Skills qualifications in literacy and numeracy.

For students working at Entry Level 1 and below, literacy and numeracy are embedded throughout the curriculum and daily learning, supporting the development of functional skills in meaningful, practical contexts.

Students also have the opportunity to work towards the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, where this is appropriate to their individual goals and interests.

Work Placements & Employment Support

Our Employment and Careers Team prepares students for life beyond college. We provide personalised work experience and vocational opportunities in supportive environments, including care homes, healthcare settings, local businesses, and voluntary roles. These experiences foster practical skills, independence, confidence, and professional growth, while enabling students to contribute positively to their communities.

Each student’s employment programme is tailored to their interests, abilities, and long-term goals, with regular reviews to ensure that learning, placements, and skills development remain meaningful and relevant.

Most students who complete their programme of study take successful first steps into work and independence. Many progress to voluntary roles in, for example garden centres, animal management centres and cafes. Many students gain the confidence and communication skills they need to establish positive routines in their lives which include interests such as swimming and dance. 

-Ofsted Report July 2025