Everyone Matters
Q. What is the College’s policy on equal opportunities?
A. Farnham College passionately believes in equality of opportunity for all and is committed to promoting
equality of opportunity for students and staff.
In accordance with the Equality Act 2006, 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. The Additional Support Team is based in the Learning Resource Centre|. It can provide 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. For more information Tel: 01252 71 69 88
Q. Will information about my needs be treated confidentially?
A. Yes. It will only be shown to others with your approval.
Q. How will support be provided?
A. Support is provided in different ways, including dyslexia tutors, visual and hearing specialists and signers, mentoring 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. The College has lifts to upper floors and 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 Revitalise to discuss your requirements or to find out more information about ingredients and alternatives.
For more information please see the College’s:
Single Equality Scheme|
Disability Equality Scheme|
Widening Participation|