Your gateway to
an independent future

A specialist residential college for young people with visual impairment

Welcome toThe Royal National College
for the Blind (RNC) in Hereford The UK's leading college for further education and training for the visually impaired.

Being a national centre of expertise for young people with visual impairment, RNC provides a broad curriculum which is underpinned by specialist skills for life. The College experience is more than vocational and academic qualifications. It's about achievement beyond the classroom - developing self-confidence, personal independence and communication skills that are needed for the future.

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At RNC, every student increases their independence across all aspects of their life. You will gain skills to help you study, live and work independently. From personal and social development, IT, Braille and mobility to independent living skills such as cooking, laundry and managing your finances.

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22 Jun | Round 5 EBFL Tournament France Read more Go 29-30 Jun | FA Disability Cup at St George's Park Read more Go 15 Aug | A Level Results Day 2024 Read more Go

Thank you to our team of volunteers Posted May 03 2024 In April Liz, the College's Volunteer Co-ordinator, hosted an event to express gratitude to the incredible team of 50+ volunteers who support the College in countless ways. This dedicated group contribute their time and skills across a wide range of activities, from gardening and driving the minibus, to assisting in classrooms, and helping with leisure activities, events, trips and sports. Read more Go

Alumni News: Chris has a 'space to feel good' Posted May 01 2024 Read more Go Sunshine and smiles on the Duke of Edinbugh's Award practice walk Posted April 23 2024 Read more Go

Contact us 01432 265 725 (Main reception)
01432 376 621 (Student enquiries)

Email: info@rnc.ac.uk

Press and media enquiries to:
mediaenquiries@rnc.ac.uk

Visit us at The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC), Venns Lane, Hereford HR1 1DT

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