Personalised Learning
At Cambian Lufton College, we offer a wide range of personalised learning opportunities designed to support young people with learning disabilities in developing essential life skills, building confidence, and preparing for adulthood.
Subjects include:
- Numeracy
- Literacy
- Land Based Studies
- Animal Care
- Art
- Sports
- Independent Living Skills
Qualifications & Accreditation
Students have access to external accreditation through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). Flexible pathways allow learners to work toward full qualifications or individual units of study, from pre-entry level through to Level 1, leading to awards, certificates, and diplomas. These nationally recognised vocational qualifications help students gain confidence, develop independence, and engage actively in their communities.
Personalised Learning & Goal Setting
Every student follows a tailored programme of study based on their interests, strengths, and existing skills, aligned with their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes. At the start of each academic year, students complete a Baseline Assessment, identifying strengths and areas for development. These findings, together with EHCP outcomes, inform a multi-disciplinary goal-setting process, with personalised goals reviewed termly to ensure progress.
Our curriculum provides opportunities for students to develop functional, vocational, and personal skills while participating in both the college community and wider society. Students are encouraged to shape their own learning journey, giving them ownership and motivation throughout their placement.
Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement (RARPA) Programme
The RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement) programme complements our accredited learning pathways by focusing on small, meaningful steps and individual progress. This approach is particularly suited to learners who benefit from sensory-led, engagement-focused, and highly personalised activities.
Learning aims within RARPA are flexible, responsive, and centred on each student’s wellbeing, regulation, and engagement. Progress is recorded through observation and evidence of engagement, rather than formal academic outcomes, ensuring that achievements are accessible, meaningful, and motivating. Outcomes are regularly reviewed and adapted to meet the student’s evolving needs, supporting ongoing development and overall growth.
Work Placements & Employment Support
Our Employment and Careers Team prepares students for life beyond college. We provide personalised work experience and vocational opportunities in supportive environments, including care homes, healthcare settings, local businesses, and voluntary roles. These experiences foster practical skills, independence, confidence, and professional growth, while enabling students to contribute positively to their communities.
Each student’s employment programme is tailored to their interests, abilities, and long-term goals, with regular reviews to ensure that learning, placements, and skills development remain meaningful and relevant.
Careers - Find Out MoreStudent Council & Animal Care
At Cambian Lufton College, we value the views, opinions, and ideas of our students and believe that they play a vital role in shaping the College community.
The Student Council consists of students who are chosen to represent the views of all learners. All Lufton students are invited to meet regularly to discuss ideas, initiate projects, and develop new initiatives that benefit the wider student body. They play an active role in identifying areas for improvement, proposing solutions, and influencing positive change across the College.
At Lufton College, our animals play an important role in student learning and wellbeing. Each animal is well cared for and valued as part of our college community.
Our Outdoor Classroom
Our outdoor classroom is a calm, inspiring space for learning beyond the four walls. It’s especially lovely in the summer, a cool, shaded spot where our young people can learn, read, and reflect comfortably even on warmer days.
Our Sensory Room
Our sensory room is a therapeutic space that offers learners a controlled and quiet space away from the bustle of college life; a place where they can fully relax and increase or decrease their sensory experience as they require.
Duke of Edinburgh
The Duke of Edinburgh award scheme aims to develop students physical, mental and emotional resilience through their consistent engagement with chosen volunteering, specific skills and physical goals culminating in an outdoor expedition where teamwork is a crucial element.
We currently have 9 participants working toward their awards. Six participants have already achieved their bronze level award and 7 are working toward their silver award. The range of challenges the students have set themselves is wide. The volunteering section includes, helping older people in their care homes, litter picking in our public parks and looking after animals both on and off site. The physical section includes, the gym, cycling, walking and swimming. The skills section includes playing musical instruments, life skills such as cooking as well as art and photography.
We will be frequently seen walking the paths and byways around Cambian Lufton College developing our map and compass skills and are benefiting from the expertise of the local rangers in Ninesprings and Ham Hill country parks who facilitate our volunteering and provide us with short courses such as willow weaving and campcraft.
Through this well-established scheme, which is this year enjoying its 70th birthday, we are watching our students transform themselves into young adults who appreciate the needs of others, can meet the challenges of everyday life with energy and confidence and demonstrate to potential employers the positive contribution they can make to the workplace.
Faith, Religion and Worship
At Cambian Lufton College, we understand how important it is that students are supported to participate in worship according to their personal beliefs and faith traditions. We are committed to creating an environment where students feel respected and valued, regardless of their religion or spiritual practices.
The College is located near a variety of places of worship, reflecting the diversity of the local community. These include churches, mosques, synagogues, temples, and other faith-based centres, providing opportunities for students to engage in religious practices, attend services, and participate in community events if they wish.
We work with students to ensure that their spiritual and religious needs are recognised and accommodated, whether this involves supporting attendance at services, providing quiet reflection spaces on campus, or facilitating access to local faith groups.
The College also recognises that religious and cultural practices often include specific dietary requirements. We are committed to supporting students with different dietary needs, including fasting, halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan, and other preferences, ensuring that mealtimes are inclusive and respectful of beliefs.
In addition, the College encourages participation in religious festivals, celebrations, and interfaith learning opportunities, helping students to develop understanding and respect for a wide range of beliefs and cultural traditions. Our goal is to ensure that all students can explore, express, and practice their beliefs safely and meaningfully while pursuing their educational goals.