Overview

The Association for Independent Specialist Colleges which provide further education for young people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Specialist colleges can give a first taste of real independence and through personalised learning and support they help young people to achieve their aspirations for adult life - to live independently, to be active in the community or to work.

The website includes a searchable online directory of colleges, which is a general guide only. It is important to check with each college with regard to funding and application arrangements.

Times and availability

Age Range: 16-25

Contact

Address

Natspec c/o Business Headquarters 11 Oak Street
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG5 2AT
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Inclusion

Supporting

  • Autism
  • Deaf / Hearing Impairment
  • Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs
  • Multi-Sensory Impairment
  • Learning Disability / Difficulties
  • Communication and Interaction Needs
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual Impairment

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The Association for Independent Specialist Colleges provide further education for young people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Specialist colleges can give a first taste of real independence and through personalised learning and support they help young people to achieve their aspirations for adult life - to live independently, to be active in the community or to work.

The website includes a searchable online directory of colleges, which is a general guide only. It is important to check with each college with regard to funding and application arrangements.

Website
Natspec specialist collegeshttps://natspec.org.uk/colleges/

Last updated: 19 March 2026