Foundation Learning students from University College Isle of Man (UCM) have received awards at an annual event to celebrate the outstanding achievements of students with additional and complex learning needs.
Students who study Foundation Learning, vary in abilities, ranging from those studying at Level 1 who require additional support with their studies, to students with more complex needs.
(Mrs) Alison Higson, Programme Manager for Foundation Learning, said “All of our students have worked incredibly hard this year, and we are extremely proud of the effort and dedication each and every one of them have continually displayed.
“It is brilliant to see so many students approaching their studies with a positive and mature attitude. They’re all eager learners who have used the opportunity to come to UCM to reach their potential, and we are excited to see what the future holds for these young people.”
This year’s winners and award sponsors are:
- Robert Molesworth: Rushen and Western Mann Rotary Club Most Improved Full-Time Learner
- Lucas Ashenafi: Elaine’s Flowers Most Improved Part-Time Learner
- Jason Creer: Complex Needs Award
- Thomas Dallimore: Contribution to Group
- Nicola Malone: Douglas Rotary Club Vocational Award, Work Experience
- Jessica Wright: Bobby Sadler Award for Recognition of Outstanding Effort
- Mollie Kerruish: Life Skills Award
- Will Grosvenor: Annie Gill Award
- Ben Potts: Pride and Motivation Award
- Georgie Craine: Lauren Headley Foundation learning Part-Time Award
- Caleb Philips: General Studies Student of the Year
The celebration coincided with Learning Disability Week (19th- 25th June), an occasion created by UK Charity MENCAP to raise awareness, and this year’s theme is all about busting myths about living life with a learning disability.