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Special needs ? Post 16 onwards?

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TheOpalFox · 04/11/2026 11:48

What do you’re young adults do after college? Post 16? What does life look like once college days are over? So post 16?
Work if they can?
How old
Were they when they finished college. ? Just trying to see what life looks like for my son ? He’s 16 in alternative provision but what happens after that? Thanks xx
my son has autusm and adhd
he’s got an ehcp

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sinkcat · 04/11/2026 11:51

I think our area has some specific vo rational training aimed at Sen students.

TeensNoMore · 04/11/2026 11:51

The are foundation units at some colleges where they can do life skills, foundation studies or level 1 courses.
If you don't know about 'Supported Internships' then look them up too. They are a support into work year when education has finished. (My DD did one which was semi successful.)

Genevieva · 04/11/2026 12:16

It depends very much on the child. My godson has an obsessive specialist interest and has volunteered at a charity (with parental support) for years. They are offering him a kind of apprenticeship. I know a girl who got a job in a nice farm shop café. She lives at home still, enjoys the stability of the work and the independence. She doesn’t want to do any more education or training. Colleges offer a huge range of practical short and long courses and considerable support to SEN kids interested in pursuing them. You could look at the website for one near you and get in touch with them.

LIZS · 04/11/2026 14:04

They can continue in education until 25. Some colleges run “lifeskills” classes with embedded numeracy, literacy and social skills such as cooking, drama, art, gardening. This may include or progress onto Functional Skills numeracy and literacy for those without gcse. If they are more capable level 1, 2 or even 3 vocational courses may be offered with appropriate support.

Needmorelego · 04/11/2026 14:05

Post 16 isn't after college.
16 is the start of college 🤔

sparepantsandtoothbrush · 05/11/2026 10:41

Did you not get enough replies the other 5 or 6 times you've posted this question?

People are taking the time to give you detailed responses and help but you don't seem to be taking any advice on board

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