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Introducing Max, one of our incredible students at InFocus College, whose vibrant personality never fails to light up a room. 🩷 Max demonstrates resilience and joy, despite facing multiple and complex needs. With InFocus’ specialised support in therapy and education, he has made remarkable progress in both mobility and speech. Watch this film to witness Max's inspiring journey and achievements at InFocus College. Follow the link to find out more about InFocus College ➡ https://t.ly/5mbVS #YoungPeople #Adults #NotJustABlindSchool #SpecialistEducation #SpecialistProvision #SEND #Exeter #Devon #Inclusion #Volunteer #Fundraising #Donations #CharityShop #InFocusCharity #InFocus #SEND #InFocus #VisionImpairment #BSL #SupportedLiving

Meet Jago, one of our wonderful students at InFocus College, who consistently challenges attitudes surrounding disabilities. 💙 As one of our most capable learners, Jago is currently preparing for his transition into paid work. To support him on this journey, Jago has participated in a Supporting Internship programme, which has equipped him with the confidence and skills necessary to pursue his aspirations. Watch this film to discover more about Jago's inspiring journey at InFocus College. 💙 Follow the link to find out more about InFocus College - https://t.ly/5mbVS #InFocusCollege #SpecialistCollege #TransformingLives #OvercomingBarriers #InclusiveEducation #MultidisciplinarySupport #InspiringStudents #AccessibleLearning #DisabilityInclusion

This is Aimee. She’s one of our inspiring students at InFocus College who, despite facing numerous barriers, continues to embrace her learning and amaze us all. 💙 With the support of our multidisciplinary therapy team and specialist tutors, InFocus is helping to remove some of these barriers, enabling Aimee to grow in confidence, become more social, and develop new ways of communicating. Watch this film to learn more about Aimee’s transformational journey at InFocus College. Follow the link to find out more about InFocus College 🌈 https://t.ly/5mbVS #YoungPeople #Adults #NotJustABlindSchool #SpecialistEducation #SpecialistProvision #SEND #Exeter #Devon #Inclusion #Volunteer #Fundraising #Donations #CharityShop #InFocusCharity #InFocus #SEND #InFocus #VisionImpairment #BSL #SupportedLiving

🎶 Last week, our InFocus College students were treated to a delightful musical experience with the talented Alvorada Music! They got hands-on with a range of instruments – from flutes and clarinets to guitars and drums – while enjoying the unique rhythms of Brazilian music. 🎸🥁 Follow the link to discover more about InFocus College: https://lnkd.in/ehbav3gc Or, if you’d like to help support more exciting activities for our young people, you can make a donation via this link: https://lnkd.in/e7z5yKAd #BrazilianRhythms #MusicAtInFocus #InclusiveLearning #InFocusCollege #AlvoradaMusic

🌟 It’s CVI Awareness Month! 🌟 🧠 What is CVI? Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI) is a brain-based visual impairment that can affect how someone sees and interprets the world. It can make recognising faces, tracking movement, and navigating spaces challenging. 👁️ Common CVI Challenges: Difficulty recognising faces/objects Trouble tracking movement Poor field of vision Difficulty interpreting abstract concepts 📚 At InFocus, we offer tailored CVI Range Assessments to help young people and their families better understand their functional vision and get the support they need. 💡 With the right strategies—like adapting environments and modifying teaching techniques—young people with CVI can thrive! 👉 Want to learn more? Check out our blog post: https://lnkd.in/epgVZpNW or contact us at 01392 454200 or email [email protected] for details about assessments. #CVI #CerebralVisualImpairment #InFocus #CVIAwareness #CVIAssessments

🎉 Celebrating 200 Years of Braille! 🎉 This year marks two centuries since Louis Braille revolutionised communication for the blind and visually impaired by creating the Braille system in 1824. From a simple system of raised dots to modern-day Braille technology, it remains a vital tool for independence, literacy, and learning. 🌍✍️ At InFocus Charity, we are proud to continue #LouisBraille's legacy by empowering young people with vision impairments through Braille technology and education. 👩🏫 We’re Hiring! To further support our students, we're looking for a passionate and dedicated Braille Teacher to join our team. 👉 Learn more about the role and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eXEr2jVZ Together, let’s celebrate the past, present, and future of Braille! 💡✨ #Braille200 #BrailleTechnology #AccessibilityMatters #InFocusCharity #Hiring #Inclusion #Empowerment

🎉 Big News! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve added hip-hop to the InFocus College curriculum this term! 🎤✨ It might not be your typical college subject, but that’s exactly why we’re doing it – because we’re anything but conventional! 😎 Our students are already seeing the benefits: 💬 Boosting language development 🌟 Building confidence 🎶 Using their voice to communicate their lives and passions Stay tuned, because by the end of the term we’ll be sharing our very own hip-hop tracks! 🎧👀 Follow the link to discover more about InFocus College: https://lnkd.in/eR7ZyNuR Or, if you’d like to help support more exciting activities for our young people, you can make a donation via this link: https://lnkd.in/ednS-vug #InFocusHipHop #CreativeLearning #BreakingBarriers #StudentVoices  

🎶 Check out William enjoying his weekly drum lesson with his awesome teacher Tony! 🥁🎵 This is one of the many ways our students at InFocus College can choose what they love to learn. By exploring their passions, our students build confidence, express themselves, and engage with what truly makes them happy! 💪✨ Follow the link to discover more about InFocus College: https://lnkd.in/eR7ZyNuR Or, if you’d like to help support more exciting activities for our young people, you can make a donation via this link: https://lnkd.in/ednS-vug #InFocusCollege #MusicMatters #BuildingConfidence #LearningThroughPassion #InclusiveEducation #Drumming

Are you a business who is currently deciding on your charity of the year for 2025? 💙 You could make InFocus your charity of the year and show staff and customers your commitment to supporting the work we do over a longer period. We believe that each partnership is bespoke and will work with you to build a calendar of fundraising activities for your employees and/or customers.🙏 Find out more on our cooperate partnerships here: https://lnkd.in/errJUmeu #VisionImpairment #LocalCharity #NotJustABlindSchool #Children #YoungPeople #Adults #NotJustABlindSchool #SpecialistEducation #SpecialistProvision #SEND

Strictly’s back this weekend, and we’re getting in the groove with Salsa in this week's Dance Around the World class! 🕺💃 Our students have been dancing their way to better well-being, learning how to shake off stress and boost their mood! Dancing isn’t just fun—it's a perfect way to feel relaxed, happy, and full of positive energy! Let’s dance those negative vibes away! #FeelGoodVibes #Strictly #StudentWellbeing #DanceTherapy #VisionImpairment #SpecialistCollege