Royal National College for the Blind
URN: 133108 • Hereford HR1 1DT
Overview
- Name
- Royal National College for the Blind
- URN
- 133108
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lucy Proctor (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01432265725
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Venns Lane, Hereford HR1 1DT
Summary
Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) is a specialist residential college located in Hereford, designed specifically for young people with visual impairments. The college aims to provide an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters independence and personal development. RNC focuses on equipping students with the skills necessary for further education, employment, and everyday life.
The curriculum at RNC is tailored to meet the unique needs of students with visual impairments, following the Curriculum Framework for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CFVI). This framework ensures that students receive a comprehensive education that enhances their learning experiences and prepares them for future opportunities. The college also emphasizes the importance of personal growth, encouraging students to develop confidence and resilience.
In addition to academic support, RNC fosters a strong sense of community among its diverse student body. The college promotes social interaction and collaboration, helping students build lasting relationships and networks. Through various extracurricular activities and support services, RNC strives to create a holistic educational experience that empowers students to thrive both personally and academically.
The curriculum at RNC is tailored to meet the unique needs of students with visual impairments, following the Curriculum Framework for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CFVI). This framework ensures that students receive a comprehensive education that enhances their learning experiences and prepares them for future opportunities. The college also emphasizes the importance of personal growth, encouraging students to develop confidence and resilience.
In addition to academic support, RNC fosters a strong sense of community among its diverse student body. The college promotes social interaction and collaboration, helping students build lasting relationships and networks. Through various extracurricular activities and support services, RNC strives to create a holistic educational experience that empowers students to thrive both personally and academically.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Beacon College (71.9)
- Barrs Court School (64.4)
- Hereford Cathedral School (48.7)
- Barrs Court School (45.2)
- Brookfield School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Herefordshire, County of
- Age range
- 16 - 99
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Herefordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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