Our next EMA OPEN DAYS take place in October! Students, parents, carers, and schools all welcome. We have lots to show you at both campuses and look forward to meeting you!
Discover all the opportunities we offer young people with special educational needs and disabilities as we look to help them find their future. With our accredited qualifications and study programmes including preparation for adulthood, support for employment, and supported internships, we’re here to help find the right path for young people with SEND.
Gillingham Campus – Tuesday 6th October
📍Gillingham, Common Mead Lane, Dorset
Moreton Campus – Thursday 8th October
📍The Walled Garden, Moreton Dorchester, Dorset
Book your tour slot today.
☎01929 405685
📧 [email protected]
🗣”Our Open Days are the perfect opportunity to see what we offer first-hand, meet our staff, and take a tour of either campus to discover how we can support young people with SEND. You’ll be able to see our state-of-the-art training facilities in action and explore the different spaces we use to support our students in building their independence, skills and confidence.
If someone you know is planning their next steps this year or in 2027, we encourage you to book a guided tour today and discover how EMA can help them find the right pathway for their future.” – Heather Helm, Head of Education
What do our students and parents say about EMA?
🗣 “I looked at many colleges, but they didn’t seem to fit my characteristics and what I was looking for for the future. EMA just stood out – it was the perfect fit. It was everything I was looking for in a college. My timetable is nicely done, and I think the teachers here are really nice and friendly and they have kind voices!” – Charlotte, Student
🗣 “EMA is a safe and friendly place full of nice people. There’s a lot of support if you’re struggling. It’s amazing!” – Dylan, Student
🗣 “The atmosphere is nice, and it’s very relaxed. I love baking and cooking. The staff help me a lot!” – Saffron, Gillingham student
🗣 “My work experience in the café has been good – I like getting to know customers, and trying lots of things never done. The training kitchen is also really great. All the staff are great too, and I’m very happy with how my first year has been!” – George, Student
🗣 “One of the best things about EMA here in Gillingham is the deep pressure and physio sessions. I wanted to give thanks to EMA staff for helping me start achieving my goals. I’m very happy – thank you all very much! – Ben, Student
🗣 “I’m so grateful that I get to come here. Staff have helped me with my patience, and they’re all so supportive and understanding. EMA is such an inclusive college.” – Aaron, Moreton student
🗣“We feel our son has progressed in his growth being at EMA. In his third year he has reached massive goals in communicating his feelings – talking more while using visuals has been a life-changing experience for us as a family. The progress he has achieved while being at EMA has brought him alive, being happy due to the encouragement, support and kindness of all the staff” – Corrin, parent of EMA student
🗣“I must say that EMA’s Supported Internship programme has proved invaluable for my son. He has progressed enormously, beyond what many people thought might be possible. Thanks to everyone at EMA for supporting him – and for this initiative.”
– Mike, parent of EMA student
