Admissions - Aspris College North Wales

We know that choosing the right college is a big decision especially when your child experiences the world differently. At our college, we work closely with families and local authorities to make sure our setting is the right fit for each young person.

Admissions are made through either your Local Authority or Careers Wales, depending on who manages your child’s plan. We typically offer new placements in September, January and April, but can discuss alternative start dates if you need one.

Admissions criteria

We welcome young people who:

Are aged between 16 and 25
Have a current Individual Development Plan (IDP), Learning and Skills Plan (LSP) or Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
Have a diagnosis of autism (ASC), a learning difficulty or disability, or differences in social, emotional, cognitive or communication development

Our admissions procedure

Step 1: Initial discussion

The process usually starts during a child’s review. Families, carers, and professionals explore whether we might be a suitable next step.

Sensory room at Aspris College North Wales

Step 2: Referral and agreement

If a placement is considered appropriate, the Local Authority or Careers Wales begins the formal referral and funding agreement process.

Step 3: College visit

We encourage potential students and families to visit us. This visit gives you a chance to see our environment, meet the team, and decide whether it feels like the right setting.

Step 4: Needs assessment

Following a positive visit, we carry out a needs assessment. This helps us understand how we can support your child and whether we can meet their needs in line with their IDP, LSP or EHCP.

Step 5: Placement decision

If we believe we can meet the child’s needs, we inform the Local Authority and formally offer a place.

Step 6: Transition planning

Once the placement is agreed, we invite you and your child for a transition meeting. We begin developing a personalised learning programme and arrange additional visits if you need them. We want to make the transition as smooth as possible for everyone involved.

Let's talk!

Our team are here to answer any questions you may have about our admissions process.

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