Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. Here you’ll find answers to common inquiries to help you make informed decisions about your next steps with us.
What are your office hours?
The Reception team is on duty from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
If you contact the College outside of these hours, you can leave a message on the answer machine, and a staff member will call you back as soon as possible.
Where are you based?
Syon Manor College operates across three campuses in West London:
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Isleworth Campus: 390 London Road, Isleworth, TW7 5AJ
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Vine House Campus: Harlington Road, Uxbridge UB8 3HD
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Aston House Campus: Redford Way, Uxbridge UB8 1SZ
Can I come for a visit?
Yes! It’s recommended that you book an upcoming Open Evening to visit the College.
You can:
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Fill out a booking form found on the College website under the Next Open Evening section ( on the main page at the bottom), or
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Contact the College Reception to request the form be sent to you.
What are the requirements to apply for a place at Syon Manor College ?
To apply, students must:
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Be aged 16 to 24
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Have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
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Have a primary diagnosis of autism (ASC), or associated traits.
When do you accept new students?
Interest can be expressed at any time during the year.
While September is the main intake, students may also start in October, January, or April, if there is capacity and the application is submitted after the September cut-off.
All students attend five days a week
What’s a standard study programme length?
Study programme lengths vary and are tailored to the individual.
Most learners follow a multi-year pathway, typically ranging from 1 to 3 years and beyond, depending on their EHCP goals and personal development needs.
What qualifications can students take?
Syon Manor College offers a wide and flexible range of nationally recognised qualifications designed to suit learners at different stages of their educational journey. These include:
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Entry Level Qualifications (Entry 1 to Entry 3)
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Functional Skills (English, Maths, and ICT – Levels 1 and 2)
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GCSEs
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AS and A Levels (where appropriate)
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BTECs (Introductory and Level 1)
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Vocational Awards (e.g., in Hospitality, Art and Design, ICT, and more)
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Creative qualifications through Rock School Awards (RSL)
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Personal and Social Development awards via ASDAN
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City & Guilds vocational qualifications
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NCFE-accredited courses across various subjects
Programmes are personalised to ensure students are working at the right level and progressing toward meaningful outcomes—whether that’s further education, employment, supported internships, or greater independence in daily life. For more infromation , please get in touch with us.
How many days a week do students attend college?
Syon Manor College is open five days a week, from Monday to Friday. All students are expected to attend college daily as part of their full-time study programme.