What defines a disability?

The Equality Act 2010 defines a disability as any physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. ‘Long-term’ is generally accepted as having lasted, or is likely to last, for 12 months or more. This can include neurodiversity or a diagnosed mental health condition.

We support students with:

• Physical impairments or mobility difficulties

• Specific Learning Difference (SpLD)

• Neurodivergent conditions including Autism, Dyslexia and ADHD

• Visual or hearing impairments

• Mental health conditions

• Long-term medical conditions

• Undiagnosed disabilities