“I am studying on the Preparation for Life course. I prefer college to school because I can wear my clothes, I am able to get the bus by myself and I am able to choose subjects I enjoy. I also really like spending time with my friends in the bistro at lunch and break.

My favourite moment on the course was attending the Foundation Learning Football Academy. I love football and I love getting to do it in college – the 3G pitch is amazing! The gym is great too, with loads of equipment for everyone to use - I used that in my second year for team building and fitness.

The staff are very supportive and helped me develop the skills I needed to successfully start work experience at the Strawberry Line, where I am now in paid employment. I am going to go on to Extension Studies next, to prepare me for full time employment. I have been shown strategies for overcoming any difficulties and I now feel prepared for my next steps and ready for life after college.