The type of support we can offer you includes:
- Assignment support
- Study skills
- Revision sessions
The Lodge
The Lodge is a provision within South Devon College at our main Paignton Campus for students with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC). The Lodge provides a calm, quiet environment where the staff assist the students in managing their unstructured times during the college day, supporting study and helping to develop their communication and social interaction skills.The English and Maths Zone
The English and Maths Zone can provide extra 1:1 or small group support to students who find aspects of literacy or numeracy a bit more challenging.Specialist Support
If you have a sensory impairment, we have Learning Support Assistants who are specifically trained to meet the students’ needs, including British Sign Language Communicators. If you have a physical disability we have a dedicated team of support staff who are experienced in supporting learners in wheelchairs.Exam Support
If you have had support for your exams in the past such as a reader, scribe or extra time, or your tutors observe that you require this; our fully trained assessors can determine your eligibility and provide the support accordingly.Assistive Technologies
We have various assistive technologies at South Devon College which enable you to access your learning. Programmes such as Microsoft Immersive Reader and Office Dictate are used and students can borrow devices from our IT Helpdesk. If you have any questions about support for students, please don’t hesitate to contact a member of the team by emailing [email protected]Click here for more information on Torbay’s Local Offer
Meet the team

Head of SEND, Learning Opps and Vulnerable Learners
- Alex Howarth
- Clare Taylor
- Abi Riddell
- Andrea Pointing (SDHS and A Level 6th Form)
- Jenny Paul
- Lorraine Blake
- Sue Wickes
SEND Neurodiversity Lead
- Charlie Miller
- Sasha Miller
- Kelly Stockman