Exhibitor Details
Queen Alexandra College (QAC)
Empowering Abilities, Inspiring Lives!
QAC is a national specialist residential College that supports a diverse range of student abilities and needs based in Birmingham. The College is part of the QAC charity, and can trace its history back to 1846 when the General Institution for the Blind was founded.
QAC empowers young adults with learning difficulties and disabilities to achieve their ambitions and to lead fulfilling lives. We welcome students who come to our College from all over the country - as well as many who are local to us.
The College has been at its current location since 1903. Our original purpose was to provide education for young people who were blind or visually impaired. Today, in addition to supporting people who have a visual impairment, we offer support and guidance for students on the autism spectrum, those with moderate to severe learning difficulties, students with physical and other disabilities. We have a large, skilled and diverse staff team who can meet a diverse range of student needs.
As QAC has grown, we now have new educational and learning sites. As well as the more well known campus in Harborne, there is Pinewood Campus (dedicated to employment progression) in nearby Woodgate Valley, and in addition, QAC's Umberslade Campus (dedicated to horticulture and outdoor learning), in nearby Selly Oak.
QAC offers a broad range of study programmes that are tailored to ensure each student receives the educational, therapeutic and support services that they require, helping them achieve their aspirations for adult life.
Ultimately, we have a great mix of students and provision which adds to the inclusive atmosphere of QAC. There are over 380 students studying here at QAC but you will be pleased to know that class sizes are small and support levels are high.
Harborne
Birmingham
B17 9TG
