Welcome toThe Royal National College
for the Blind (RNC)

Being a national centre of expertise for 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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JOIN OUR TEAM! | We're looking for a part-time 'EHCP and Placement Funding Advisor', to provide effective advice an… https://t.co/KIXbnLvEE5

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RT @dylanmalpas: Brian Aaron’s Blind Football Cup Champions 21/22 🧤⚽️🏆 https://t.co/KSeoeDDYgM

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RT @Blindfootball: 📰 LEAGUE NEWS | 2021 WINNERS 🏆 League Champions - @WBAFoundation Brian Aarons Cup - @RNC_Hereford Paul Leversuch Most…

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Success for Tara and Tim in debut London Marathon Posted October 08 2021 An estimated 40,000 people took to the streets of the capital in this year's Virgin London Marathon. Amongst them was RNC alumna, Tara Wheatley, and her running guide, Tim Broome, who were running on behalf of RNC's sister charity, Blindcare. Read more Go

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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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