Student welfare

Our Mission

The aim of the College is to encourage all students to realise their potential, fostering independence and maturity in order to prepare for their future as Global Citizens

We provide a caring, friendly environment for all our students, balancing their desire for independence with their need for security and support. Our students' welfare is at the heart of everything we do.

A personal tutor for every student

Every student has a personal tutor who maintains regular contact to ensure their day-to-day needs are met.

For our international students, we work hard to make sure their first few weeks in the UK are welcoming and straightforward. Most of our students say that within a week they feel confident with the language and finding their way around.

For our UK students, who may be boarding away from home for the first time, we ensure the transition is smooth by providing a homely environment and keeping regular contact with each individual.

A smooth transition from home to College

In order that we may provide a smooth transition from home life to life at College we ensure:

• a focus on individual needs
• good programme of extra-curricular activities to encourage socialising
• regular communication with parents and guardians
• experience in special learning needs such as dyslexia
• problems recognised quickly through regular supervision and contact
• medical registration
• banking and pocket money
• police registration and visa renewal for international students
• confidential counselling and support
• 24-hour emergency assistance
• advice on local religious and cultural organisations.

Handbooks, policies and pre-arrival information
Student handbooks

For an informed start to the new term our student handbook provides all the information you need about the School, the campus and our people.

Student Pre-Arrival

Our Pre-Arrival information contains everything you need to know prior to joining the College and the start of term.

CSVPA Policies

The following policy documents provide key information on our commitment to and complete support for our students. Follow the links below for detailed information on each policy from Anti-Bullying to Health and Safety.

Health and Safety
Curriculum
Boarding and Welfare
Behaviour, Discipline and Exclusions
Anti-Bullying
Additional Learning Support
Child Protection Policy
Admissions Policy
Student ICT Policy