Welcome to Petty Pool

Based in Sandiway Cheshire, Petty Pool is a charity set up in May 1981, with operational activities divided between Petty Pool Vocational College, which provides education and training for young people with learning disabilities, and Petty Pool Outdoor Centre, providing personal development through adventurous activities.

About the College

Petty Pool Vocational College is a specialist education provider for young adults with learning difficulties, supporting over 100 full time students from across Cheshire, Halton and Warrington.

Located in the heart of Cheshire, and set in 40 acres of woodland in Sandiway, near Northwich, Petty Pool Vocational College aims to provide every learner with an effective and enjoyable educational experience that empowers them to reach their full potential.

Courses at Petty Pool

Employability

Supported Internships

Hospitality & Catering

Animal Care

Horticulture & Conservation

Hotel & Tourism

Office & IT

Retail & Customer Service

Preparation for Work

Preparation for Independence

Functional Skills

Tutorial

Life Skills

Enrichment

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Outdoor Education Centre

The Petty Pool Outdoor Education Centre offers an exciting and varied choice of outdoor activities to suit all age groups and abilities, including abseiling, den building, Jacob’s Ladder, Problem Solving and Team Building.

Personal development opportunities through the Outdoor Centre enable enriching and challenging activities, that can enhance self-esteem and personal growth in a protective, though challenging environment, in which young people can prosper, and achieve the highest level of attainment possible.

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