Portobello College is keen to ensure that all students experience equality of opportunity in reaching their educational potential.  It is therefore College policy to do all that is reasonable to accommodate students with special needs within the limits of available
resources.  Any applicant, with special needs, should contact the College well in advance to assess if their needs can be addressed.

At examination time, candidates, with special educational requirements, should apply to the Admissions/Examinations Office for provision of facilities which best enable them to demonstrate their knowledge of the subject being examined.

The following examination facilities can be offered in Portobello College to candidates with specific learning difficulties:

• extra time to complete each examination paper

• dictation / scribe

• a reader – when using room for sole use

• enlarged print to A3 size

• separate examination rooms

• rest period during an examination

• allowance by the examiner for grammar and spelling

There are many publications and informative websites dedicated to assisting students with disabilities / specific learning difficulties. The Administration Office can give you plenty of advice and information about how to make your College experience enjoyable and hassle-free. Please call in and introduce yourself!