Welcome to Derwen College

Our positive and empowering culture gives students the confidence and experience to live life their own way.

We are a specialist college offering residential placements at our main campus in Gobowen, and also day placements at our Gobowen, Ludlow, Telford and Walford campuses.

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Learning for Life students shine in brilliant fashion show

Our Learning for Life students lit up the stage in the Student Union this week with

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Ed celebrates full marks in English exam for reading

What a start to Derwen College’s Year of Reading 2026 … Student Ed is celebrating an

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Mark’s story: great job, good friends and a new home

Former Derwen College student Mark called in to see us this week, and it was wonderful

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Students shine at Inclusive Skills competitions

Students have been showcasing their talent, confidence and independence at this year’s Skills Competition Wales Inclusive

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Marathon runner to honour Dad and support sister at London Marathon

A family-minded runner is taking on the TSC London Marathon in memory of his father while

Horticulture students Kieran, Louise, Lydia and Louis gear up for work with new Greenman tools.

Student Louise sparks generous £1,000 tool donation

Our green‑fingered students are now digging, hoeing and planting with a full set of brand new

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A Life Less
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Our vibrant community works together to create a relaxed and positive environment that will help you prepare for real life.

We are flexible and adaptive in our approach, making sure we meet the learning needs and requirements of all our students.

We give you the space to develop hands on, practical experience and knowledge.