23.09.2026

Here is a guide of the upcoming open days for different prospective colleges and 16+ specialist provision in and around the borough of Hounslow, with some additional links to Surrey, Harrow and Hillingdon placements.

These open day events will give an idea of what courses, support and opportunities are available to your child if they were to attend any of these establishments. Please click on the website links to find out more and confirm your places.

 

Supported Learning Colleges

Most children with EHCPs or additional learning needs attending college will be in supported learning, completing vocational courses and aiming for Foundation Level 1 courses.

West Thames College            https://www.west-thames.ac.uk/events/open-days

Isleworth Campus (supported learning and mainstream courses)

• Wednesday 30^th September 2026, 5.00pm - 7.00pm
• Saturday 7^th November 2026, 10.00pm - 1.00pm
• Wednesday 27^th January 2027, 5.00pm - 7.00pm                                                                            

Feltham Campus (Skills and Logistic Centre – For Construction, Engineering, Logistics and Motor Vehicle Courses)   

• Tuesday 6^th October 2026, 5.00pm - 7.00pm
• Tuesday 2^nd February 2026, 5.00pm - 6.30pm

 

Richmond upon Thames College​   https://www.rutc.ac.uk/news-events/events

• Open Event. Wednesday 30^th September 2026, 4.00pm - 7.00pm
• Open Event. Tuesday 17^th November 2026, 4.00pm - 7.00pm
• Open Event. Wednesday 3^rd March 2026, 4.00pm - 7.00pm

 

Capel Manor   https://www.capel.ac.uk/open-days/

• Open Day – Saturday 10^th October 2026, 10.00am – 3.30pm

 

West London College  https://www.wlc.ac.uk/events           

West London College is yet to announce any open events but have 3 campuses all close to Hounslow borough. Please see website for more info.

• Ealing Green College
• Southall Community College 
• Hammersmith & Fulham College

 

Harrow College    https://www.harrow.ac.uk/news-events/events/category/10-open-events

• Harrow Weald Campus – Open Event. Thursday 8^th October 2026, 4.00pm – 7.00pm

• Harrow on the Hill Campus – Open Event. Wednesday 14^th October 2026, 4.00pm – 7.00pm

 

Brooklands College (Weybridge Campus,  Surrey)   https://www.brooklands.ac.uk/visit-us/

• Open Event. Wednesday 30^th September 2026, 4.00pm - 7.00pm

• Open Event. Thursday 17^th November 2026, 4.00pm - 7.00pm

 

Uxbridge College  https://www.uxbridgecollege.ac.uk/news-events/events

• Uxbridge Campus - Open Event. Wednesday 7^th October 2026, 4.00pm – 8.00pm
• Hayes Campus – Open Event. Wednesday 15^th October, 4.00pm – 7.00pm

 

 

Specialist 16+ Provision

For your information: for students considering Oaklands a conversation needs to happen between the school and SEN. This starts when you come in for your child’s Year 11 Annual Review.  For specialist provision such as Ambitious and Syon Manor, parents can complete an application but the decision to fund lies with SEN as to whether the needs of the young person can be met at a local college or whether they need that particular specialist provision.

  

Ambitious College (West Thames Campus) – for children with ASC

          https://ambitiouscollege.org.uk/key-information/how-to-apply/open-days

• Open Event. Wednesday 14^th October 2026, 10.00am - 12.00pm
• Open Event. Monday 16^th November 2026, 10.00am - 12.00pm
• Open Event. Wednesday 6^th January 2027, 10.00am - 12.00pm

 

Syon Manor College  https://www.syonmanorcollege.co.uk/news-events/

• Open Event. Thursday 1^st October 2026, 4.00pm - 6.00pm

• Open Event. Thursday 12^th November 2026, 4.00pm - 6.00 pm

• Open Event. Thursday 10^th December 2026, 4.00pm - 6.00 pm

 

Green Corridor          https://www.greencorridor.org.uk/open-days

• Open Day – Friday 25^th September 2026, 10.00am – 1.00pm
• Open Day – Friday 20^th November 2026, 10.00am – 1.00pm
• Open Day – Friday 22^nd January 2027, 10.00am – 1.00pm

 

Orchard Hill College          https://orchardhill.ac.uk/admissions/open-events/

• Kingston Campus - Open Event. Saturday 26^th September 2026, 10.00am – 11.30am
• Hillingdon Campus - Open Event. Saturday 3^rd October 2026, 10.00am – 11.30am

                                                  

The Rise 6^th form                                https://theriseschool.com/key-information/admissions

• To find out more information about the process and about applying please submit a contact form.
• Any consultations/enquiries should be sent to riseadmissions@theriseschool.com

 

 Oaklands 6^th form                   https://www.oaklands.hounslow.sch.uk/page/?title=Sixth+Form&pid=414

If you would like to have a tour of the school on the above dates, please call the office on 0208 560 3569 or email us at office@oaklands.uk.net

• Tour. Wednesday 7^th October 2026, from 1:45pm
• Tour. Wednesday 21^st October 2026, from 1:45pm
• Tour. Wednesday 11^th November 2026, from 1:45pm
• Tour. Wednesday 2^nd December 2026, from 1:45pm

 

Great Oaks College form               https://greatoakscollege.com/learn-with-us/admissions-information/

• Tours are held between 11:00 and 12:00 every Thursday where a member of the SLT will show you around and finish with a short Q and A.
• Tours are Limited to 10 people, so please only send a maximum of 2 people to support the young person on their visit.
• Please click this link to book: https://greatoakscollege.com/learn-with-us/

 

Pield Heath School 6^th form (Uxbridge)                                                          https://www.pieldheathschool.org.uk/

Pield Heath House School does not currently publish specific open day dates on its main public calendar, instead arranging visits and admissions on an individual basis through their admissions and referral process

 

Hillingdon Manor School 6^th Form                                   https://www.hillingdonmanorschool.org.uk/

Hillingdon Manor School provides sixth form provision (Key Stage 5, up to Year 14 / age 19) tailored specifically for students on the autism spectrum.

 

Phillip Southcote (Egham)                               https://www.philipsouthcoteschool.co.uk/6/contact-us 

• You can arrange a visit or personal tour by contacting the Philip Southcote School Admissions Office directly.
• Philip Southcote School is a special educational needs (SEND) state special school for young people aged 11 to 19 with moderate learning difficulties, located on Addlestone Moor in Addlestone, Surrey

In Key Stage 3, the curriculum focuses on developing foundational life skills. These include building early independence, communication skills, self-awareness, decision-making and personal responsibility. Pupils are supported to build the essential skills needed for everyday life, social interaction and participation in their communities.

For pupils following our semi-formal pathway, learning is centred on developing functional communication, early independence, engagement and basic daily living skills. Pupils on our formal pathway develop these skills alongside increasing opportunities to explore personal strengths, interests and future aspirations.

Pupils across both pathways participate in early skills-building workshops (such as Happy Confident Kids) and whole-school enterprise activities, including the annual Enterprise Sale, providing opportunities to develop teamwork, problem-solving, and entrepreneurial skills in practical, real-life contexts.

As pupils progress into Key Stage 4, the curriculum develops into a more careers-focused programme, introducing employability skills, workplace expectations, and work-related learning, as part of preparation for adulthood (post 16). Careers learning is tailored to pupils' individual needs, strengths and aspirations.

Our Work & Life Skills programme is accredited in Key Stage 4 through a practical, skills-based approach using ASDAN and Introductory BTEC qualifications. These recognised qualifications enable pupils to demonstrate and celebrate their achievements through practical application whilst developing valuable skills for employment, independent living and community participation. Accreditation pathways are carefully selected to ensure they are accessible and meaningful for pupils with a range of learning needs and abilities.

Pupils on the semi-formal pathway (ASDAN) focus on developing independence, community participation, workplace readiness, functional communication and personal wellbeing skills, while pupils on the formal pathway (Introductory BTECs) engage in more structured careers focused exploration and work-related learning. Across both pathways, pupils are exposed to a range of post-16 opportunities and develop the practical skills required for their next stage of education and adulthood.

Throughout the year, information about preparation for adulthood is provided and readily available to pupils, parents/carers, teachers and employers. Details can be accessed through the school's website, careers policy, curriculum information, annual review meetings, parental communication channels and direct contact with the school's Careers Leader. Careers guidance and future planning form an integral part of annual reviews and Preparation for Adulthood discussions, ensuring pupils and families are actively involved in planning for future outcomes.

We offer opportunities for parents to actively engage throughout the year, including:

• Post-16 Transition Fair
• Parent meetings with Careers Leader
• Post-16 provider sessions
• Secondary Enterprise Fair

"The support our daughter received as she prepared to leave school was outstanding. The staff really listened to her—and to us—and helped her explore different options without pressure. We feel confident she’s on the right path now, and that means everything." — Parent of a Year 11 Leaver

When pupils leave Marjory Kinnon School at 16, there are three main pathways available:

1. Local Supported Learning College
   Pupils typically access Foundation or Level 1 vocational courses with additional support.

2. Specialist Sixth Form Provision
   Pupils may transition into a special school Sixth Form environment designed for post-16 learners with SEND.
3. Supported Internships
   These structured work-based learning programmes prepare young people for employment with tailored support.

We provide a comprehensive list of local college open days, key dates, and online information sessions helping families make informed decisions and complete applications with confidence.

 

100% of Year 11 Leavers from 2025-26 have confirmed post-16 placements at Hounslow colleges or further educational providers.

Through our careers programme, we aim to ensure that every pupil, regardless of their pathway or starting point, develops the knowledge, skills and aspirations needed to make a successful transition into post-16 provision, adulthood and the achievement of their individual career goals.

Leavers Destinations 2026

West Thames College	10
Richmond College	6
Oaklands	4
Brooklands	1
Green Corridor	1
Mary Hare	1
Nescot	1
Syon Manor College	1
West London College, Hammersmith	1

 

Employers, training providers and post-16 settings are encouraged to engage with the school through careers events, workplace encounters, enterprise activities and work-related learning opportunities, helping pupils gain meaningful experiences of the world of work and develop an understanding of the opportunities available to them after school.

To enhance our provision, we work closely with local careers networks and organisations, including the Feltham Convening Partnership, Youth Careers Collective, and the London Borough of Hounslow. These partnerships help provide meaningful employer encounters, early careers experiences, labour market information and post-16 guidance that are accessible and relevant to our pupils and their families, ensuring that learners are well supported in preparing for their future adult lives.

 

           

Careers education is led by:

• Mrs A. Higgins – Head of Secondary
• Mr J. Gowers – Assistant Headteacher (KS4 / Preparation for Adulthood)

If you have any questions or would like support in planning your child’s next steps, you can contact them via the School Office at:
Email: office@mks.org.uk

In line with statutory guidance, all students in Years 8 to 11 are entitled to:

• Learn about technical education and apprenticeship opportunities
• Hear from a range of education and training providers
• Understand how to make applications for the full range of post-16 academic and vocational courses

For more information, please see our Provider Access Policy Statement.

The impact of our careers programme is measured and evaluated through a range of quality assurance processes. As members of the West London Careers Hub, we undertake regular internal reviews of our careers provision and assess our progress against the Gatsby Benchmarks to ensure the programme is effective, relevant and appropriately tailored to the needs of our SEND learners. Outcomes from these reviews are used to inform future planning and development and are shared with the Senior Leadership Team and Governors.

We also look to gather feedback from pupils, parents/carers, staff, employers and external partners to assess the effectiveness of careers activities, work-related learning experiences and employer encounters. Pupil destinations, engagement levels, progress towards Preparation for Adulthood outcomes and achievement within accredited programmes such as ASDAN and Introductory BTEC qualifications are used to measure impact and drive continuous improvement.

Date of next review: December 2026.