Student Support

At Writtle College we understand that some students may be apprehensive about their first few days at College, especially if this involves leaving home for the first time. However because the range of courses we offer attracts students from many different backgrounds, we know that you will quickly meet others with similar interests and settle down to life at Writtle within a lively student environment. Each student is also assigned a course or personal tutor who will keep in regular contact to ensure things are going well.

Additional information for International Students.

Welfare, Counselling, and Financial Support

The Student Support network exists to look after students' welfare. Besides offering a range of study support and counselling services, the staff here are willing to help or just listen if students are experiencing personal or emotional worries through to practical difficulties.

There are several communicators at the College who can assist students who would like to attend an academic open day or a post-application interview. For further details please contact Learner Support Centre on 01245 424200 (Minicom 01245 424254) or email.

Assistance can be provided for financial difficulties and help is always at hand so students are encouraged to share their concerns. Our Help with Funding page contains more information, or contact Learner Support Centre on 01245 424200 (Minicom 01245 424254) or email.

Provision for Students with Disabilities

Writtle College welcomes applicants from prospective students who have a disability or learning difficulty. There is wheelchair access to most buildings and there are residential rooms provided for students with mobility problems. Writtle is also a Typetalk user. In recent years, Writtle took part in a University sector-wide project to improve the provision for disabled students in land-based eductaion.

For more information about extra financial support or help with care write to:

Skill - National Bureau for Students with Disabilities,
Chapter House,
18-20 Crucifix Lane,
London
SE1 3JW

Or phone free on 0800 328 5050 (voice) or 0800 068 2422 (minicom). Alternatively, vistit their website at: http://www.skill.org.uk

Facilities for Students with Young Children

Students with young children can take advantage of the on-campus day nursery. If you are registered as a full-time student you will be eligible to apply for a nursery place at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery. The nursery which is located opposite the main college campus, is purpose-built with its own specially designed children's garden, interior design feature and caters for children aged 0-5 years

The nursery has a team of qualified and highly experience staff who provide a safe, friendly and caring environment to learn, develop and have fun!

For further information please contact: Kiddi Caru Day Nursery, Writtle College on 01245 421341, email or via the Kiddi Caru Nurseries website.

The College Charter

The College Charter outlines what the College aims to provide and what is expected of students. In striving to offer a quality service, the College aims to:

• deliver a fair and efficient admissions procedure
• provide clear information about courses and activities
• provide a supportive learning environment
• offer help and advice on all student concerns
• enable full student participation in College affairs

Writtle is an Equal Opportunities Provider

The College's Equal Opportunities Policy endeavours to ensure that no one suffers discrimination on grounds of race, colour, national origin, religious or political doctrine, sex, marital status, family responsibility, age, or physical disability. In common with most public establishments, Writtle has a 'No Smoking' policy in public areas.

Student Support

It’s now easier for students to find their way around the Directgov student finance pages by way of the Sifter (Student Information Fast Tracker). Use this resource to help you navigate your way through to Student Finance England.