Eccles College - Skills for Life and Employment

14/10/2026

Salford Annual SEND Survey

Salford Parent Carer Forum and Salford City Council would like to hear about your experiences of SEND services in Salford.

The Annual SEND Survey is an opportunity to share what is working well, highlight areas for improvement, and help shape future SEND provision across the city. Your views are important and will help ensure the voices of children, young people and families remain at the heart of service development.

If you would like to take part, please complete the survey by 31 October 2026.

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

Help shape SEND in Salford!

30/09/2026

🌟 A fantastic day out 🚋⚽🎭

Our college learners enjoyed an exciting trip to Old Trafford Stadium and The Lowry, travelling using the tram as public transport.

The trip was a brilliant opportunity for our learners to develop their independence, confidence and travel skills while experiencing what the local community has to offer. We also explored and accessed inclusive facilities, helping learners understand how accessible community spaces can support everyone.

From exploring the home of Manchester United ⚽ to enjoying the culture and facilities at The Lowry, it was a fun-filled day of learning, independence and new experiences!

Well done to all our learners for making the most of the day! 👏🌟

16/09/2026

🌈 Salford’s Neurodiversity Network – Drop In! 🌈

Are you a parent or carer of a neurodivergent child? Salford’s Neurodiversity Network are offering a welcoming space to connect with other families, chat with local services, ask questions and discover support available in Salford. 💚

📅 Thursday 24th September 2026
⏰ 3:30pm–5:30pm – drop in anytime
📍 St. John’s Primary School, 58 Park Lane, Salford, M6 7RQ

☕ What’s happening?
✨ Talk to Salford services and access support
🤝 Meet other parents and families over tea, coffee and biscuits
🧸 Bring toys in good condition that you no longer use for a Toy Trade
🎁 Opportunity to win prize vouchers!

No diagnosis is required to attend. The network is for parents/carers of a neurodivergent child.

Come along, ask questions, share experiences and build your support network. 💜

📩 Contact: [email protected]

07/09/2026

❤️ Today is Duchenne Awareness Day ❤️

Today we’re raising awareness of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) — a rare, life-limiting genetic condition that primarily affects boys and young men.

The 7th September is recognised as Duchenne Awareness Day to represent the 79 exons in the dystrophin gene. A small change in just one of these can cause Duchenne.

💪 Today, we stand with everyone living with Duchenne, their families and the incredible organisations working to improve understanding, support and research.

🎈 Help us raise awareness: change your profile picture to the Duchenne Awareness Day balloon and share this post.

Small acts of awareness can make a big difference. ❤️

01/09/2026

18/06/2026

🌟 **It's Big Health Week!** 🌟

What an amazing week we've had in the Skills for Life and Employment Department celebrating health, wellbeing, and having fun together!

Our learners have taken part in a fantastic range of activities, including:
🏃‍♂️ Sports and physical activities
🍔 Healthy cooking sessions preparing food for our BBQs
🌱 Gardening activities
🧘 Chair yoga and mindfulness activities
🎨 Arts and crafts
❤️ Sexual health awareness sessions
🥳 A celebration party
🌲 An exciting orienteering trip in the woods
⚽ A trip to the park for a staff vs learners football match

It has been a brilliant week filled with learning, laughter, teamwork, and new experiences. We are so proud of everyone who got involved and embraced the opportunity to focus on their health and wellbeing.

Thank you to all the staff and learners who helped make Big Health Week such a success. It's been wonderful to see so much enthusiasm, positivity, and fun all round!

16/06/2026

🏉 Update from Salford RLFC Foundation 🏉

Our Wheelchair Rugby sessions continue to run at Eccles College, providing a fun, inclusive environment for everyone to get involved and develop their skills.

As we move into the summer months, our rugby sessions will be relocating to our summer training venue at Oakwood Park.

🌟 Everyone is welcome to attend, regardless of experience, or ability. We look forward to seeing both familiar and new faces at our sessions!

For more information, please get in touch with the Salford RLFC Foundation team.

15/06/2026

🌟 It's Salford Big Health Week! 🌟

The Salford Disability Team has a fantastic range of activities and support on offer as part of this year's celebrations. 🎉

Big Health Week is all about promoting health, wellbeing, inclusion, and opportunities for everyone in our community. Whether you're looking to get active, learn something new, access support services, or simply connect with others, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Take a look at what's happening this week and get involved! 💙

Monday 15th June
Healthy Eating – for people at Alexandra House (closed session)
Anti-racism workshop – Eccles Gateway, Room 2. 1pm – 2pm. Just drop in, no need to book.
Keeping Safe at Home – Broughton Hub, Room 2. 1.30m – 3pm. Just drop in, no need to book.
Women’s Health - Broughton Hub, Room 4. 1.30m – 3pm. Just drop in, no need to book.

Tuesday 16th June
Listening to Families Coffee morning – Humphrey Booth Resources Centre. 10am to noon. Just drop in, no need to book.
Listening to People – Rooms 2 and 3, Walkden Gateway, 11am – 2pm. Just drop in, no need to book.
Breathing nurse - Broughton Hub, Room 2. 1pm – 3pm. Just drop in, no need to book.
Talking about death café – Broughton Hub, Room 4. 1pm – 3pm. Just drop in, no need to book.
Therapy dogs - Broughton Hub, Room 4. 1pm – 3pm. Just drop in, no need to book.

Wednesday 17th June
Mental wellbeing with the psychology team – St George’s Resource Centre, 10am – noon. To book call Anika – 07523 930 438
Men’s Health with Empower – Pendelton gateway, Room 2. 10am- noon. Just drop in, no need to book.
Eating Well - Pendelton Gateway, Room 2. 12 – 1pm . Just drop in, no need to book.

Thursday 18th June
Dance and movement taster session. Worsley leisure centre, 12.45 to 1.30pm. Just drop in, no need to book.
Having a Health Check. Eccles Gateway, rooms 1 and 2. 1pm – 4pm. Just drop in, no need to book.
Talking about death café – Walkden Gateway, Room 2. 1pm – 3pm. Just drop in, no need to book.
Therapy dogs - Walkden Gateway, Room 2. 1pm – 3pm. Just drop in, no need to book.

Friday 19th June
Tea with Speech and Language Therapy – Brierley hub café – 10am – 11.30am. Just drop in, no need to book.
Physiotherapy – Swinton Gateway, Room 1. 10am – noon. Just drop in, no need to book.
Bowel Screening. Pendleton Gateway, Room 3. 1pm - 3pm. Just drop in, no need to book.
DIY Theater Company – Weaving the Threads Together. Tackling Health Inequalities through creativity. The Angel Centre. 1pm – 3pm.

15/06/2026

🚴‍♀️🎉 Wheels for All is celebrating its 35th Anniversary! 🎉🚴‍♂️

To mark this fantastic milestone, Wheels for All will be hosting special cycling sessions during their birthday week, giving everyone the opportunity to get active, have fun, and enjoy inclusive cycling in a supportive environment.

📍 Session Details:
🚲 Debdale – Tuesday, 11:00am–2:00pm
🚲 Salford Cleavely Track – Friday & Saturday, 10:00am–12:00pm

If any of our learners, families, or supporters would like to attend, please make sure to book your place through the Wheels for All national booking system here: https://wheelsforall-activity.kinetic.plus/

Wheels for All is also raising funds to support their incredible work and help make cycling accessible for everyone. If you'd like to support their 35th Anniversary Fundraiser, please visit their fundraising page: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/35thanniversary-gmay

Thank you to Wheels for All for the amazing opportunities they continue to provide for disabled children, young people, and adults across our communities. 💙

This June, Wheels for All celebrates 35 years of breaking down barriers through inclusive cycling. Support our anniversary fundraising in your area and help more disabled people across the UK experience the joy of cycling!

15/06/2026

Come along for a Supported Internship taster day at Gulliver's World Warrington! 🎢

Come and join us for a fantastic opportunity to discover our Supported Internship Programme at Gulliver's World ran in collaboration with Bridge College Together Trust

✨ Meet our friendly team
✨ Chat with current interns about their experiences
✨ Take part in activities around the park
✨ Learn how our programme can help you develop skills for employment and independence
✨ Explore what a supported internship could mean for your future

This is a great chance to see the programme in action, ask questions, and enjoy a fun morning in the park alongside our interns.

📅 Tuesday, 30 June 2026
⏰ 10.00am to 12.30pm
📍 Gulliver's World, Warrington

We look forward to welcoming you and showing you what our Supported Internship Programme has to offer!