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HOW WE PROMOTE SOCIAL MOBILITY Employer-Driven Learning Partners with 200+ organisations, from local SMEs to national brands like Polypipe, co- designing curricula and host immersive projects. Over 3,000 employer engagements each year ensure learning stays aligned with real labour-market needs. Internships Each student completes a mentored internship building autonomy whilst the host businesses gain skilled, loyal talent. Embedded Careers Education Workshops on CV design, mock interviews with executive panels and digital-literacy bootcamps equip students to navigate modern workplaces Accredited Careers Mark status Social Action & Community Projects From urban greening in deprived neighbourhoods to sensory gardens and pop-up social enterprises, students lead initiatives that benefit their communities and strengthen civic pride. Advocacy & Cultural Change Annual Neurodiversity conferences and in-company EDI training amplify our impact beyond campus, inspiring partner organisations to adopt inclusive recruitment and retention practices.
Harrison College is a pioneering post- 16 provider that rejects one-size-fits-all education. By embedding young people with autism and SEN directly into the world of work, we shatter traditional classroom boundaries and spark genuine opportunity. We believe that no matter a learner’s background, “there are no limits” to what they can achieve. Through a business-focused curriculum and the national Skills Builder framework, students grow problem-solving, teamwork, communication skills and financial literacy alongside academic learning. Internships coupled with employer mentorship guide each student from observation to ownership of meaningful tasks. Success is measured by sustained employment, apprenticeships or further study, with alumni often securing promotions within 18 months. We believe that no matter a learner’s background, “there are no limits” to what they can achieve
CEO Gemma Peebles speaks at a national conference, championing neurodiversity and inclusive education on a wider stage
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