Month: October 2019

A brilliant week for Asiya!

Last week, student Asiya from Wyvern House attended an interview a local charity shop. She met all the staff and had a tour of the facilities, she then discussed what types of jobs she would be completing and expressed that …
28th October 2019

HopeFest at Pop Brixton

To raise awareness for National Hate Crime Awareness Week, (www.nationalhcaw.uk) students attended #Hopefest at Pop Brixton. This inclusive and accessible event gave students hope and confidence through sharing their personal stories of hate crime experiences, creating a support network and raising …
28th October 2019

Building Futures, Changing Lives…

Since joining Orchard Hill College, student Evie has dived right in and got involved at every opportunity. She is Student Ambassador for her centre, and has made a difference to many students’ lives already. She visited the Mayor’s office last …
18th October 2019

Digital Hub at the Stoop

Supporting our local communities is always at the heart of OHC&AT and is illustrated by the Digital School and their latest collaboration with The Harlequins Foundation. Together they offer a Digital Hub at Twickenham Stoop, home to the Harlequins Rugby …
17th October 2019

Banksy inspires student artist

Whilst learning about independent travel in Croydon, keen artist, Matthew came across a shop display of modern art by the graffiti artist ‘Banksy’. Matthew took time to look at the different window displays which were very visually engaging and really …
16th October 2019

Mobility Milestone

This week, VPC student Jessica attended a friendship group at Westcroft Leisure Centre library, but the really remarkable part of her outing was that it was the first time she has used her walking frame whilst out in the community. …
16th October 2019

Work Experience Success

This term Garratt House student, Billy started his first ever work experience placement in computer games specialist shop CEX in Croydon. Billy is very interested in computer games, so this assignment is the perfect fit. Billy confidently introduced himself to …
16th October 2019

Vocational course success

Our vocational courses are in full swing this term and students are enjoying accessing a range of courses including; Animal Care, Horticulture, Building Maintenance, Catering and Hospitality, Health and Beauty and Motor Vehicle Maintenance. Students are developing new skills and …
15th October 2019

Work experience at John Lewis!

Joseph, one of our Year 3 students, is having a fantastic time on his work placement at John Lewis. Working in the bustling café of one of the chain’s larger stores, Joseph is working front of house and is responsible …
14th October 2019