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A mural shaped by students’ ideas 💙 

Designed by Julie Parish, this new artwork includes tactile elements so it can be explored through touch 🌊

Accessible, engaging and co-produced!

Thank you, Julie, for bringing it to life!

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #Inclusion  #Art
A young woman sits in a wheelchair in front of the mural, pointing towards the fish. A mounted communication device is attached to her chair. The underwater scene behind her includes clownfish, coral and a turtle. A young man sits in a wheelchair and reaches out to touch one of the raised fish shapes on the wall. The mural shows an underwater scene with coral, small fish and a large turtle above.
April 24, 2026 at 10:31 AM
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Another Day 1 post for The Power of Specialist FE 💙

Georgia, who uses a communication device, shares what she enjoys about college: the opportunities and the people around her.

Find out more about the campaign: https://specialistfe.com

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
December 1, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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From visiting the Dingle farmhouse… to helping decorate it 🧶📺

After our trip to Emmerdale Studios, we’re excited to be creating a blanket for the Dingle family farmhouse made up of squares crocheted by our wonderful Henshaws community. 💙

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #CreativeCommunity #Emmerdale
A students and staff stand smiling outside Emmerdale Studios, posing in front of a large black sign with “EMMERDALE” written in white letters on a brick wall, only partially visible. A student sits on the Dingle family farmhouse sofa at Emmerdale Studios, smiling. He is wearing glasses, a dark jacket and a lanyard. The sofa is covered with bright crocheted blankets.
January 22, 2026 at 10:02 AM
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Music and expressive arts at Henshaws Specialist College 💙
 
Creative sessions that support communication, wellbeing and confidence! ⭐

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #ExpressiveArts #Wellbeing
A student seated in a pink chair, smiling as she hits two wooden sticks together, using them as a percussion instrument. A student seated in front of a large screen, pointing at a singalong animal music video on YouTube.
January 27, 2026 at 9:02 AM
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Celebrating young people this #CollegesWeek2026 💙

At Henshaws Specialist College, students are building independence, confidence and practical skills every day.

Every journey is different, and every achievement matters.

#LoveOurColleges #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
A Henshaws staff member showing a young male student how to use a microwave. A female student in a wheelchair smiles widely at the camera, with a young man stood beside her and looking towards her. They are outside with grass and trees visible behind them. Students raising their hands in the air wearing bright pink 'Henshaws Graduate' sashes.
March 3, 2026 at 9:02 AM
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Communication isn’t one-size-fits-all 💙

Symbol boards, objects, gestures and tech all help our students express themselves. Specialist further education makes space for every form of communication.

Find out more: https://specialistfe.com

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
A printed communication sheet with a photo of Nancy at the top. Underneath are symbols showing a person brushing hair and a doll’s head, with the sentence “Nancy likes brush dolly’s hair.” Nancy sits cross-legged on a carpeted floor smiling while holding a hairbrush, facing a mannequin head with hair positioned in front of her.
December 2, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Makaton of the Month ✋

Students from Henshaws Specialist College are demonstrating the Makaton sign for “book.” 💙

[Alt description] Students demonstrate the Makaton sign for “book”, opening both hands together, like the pages of a book.

#MakatonOfTheMonth #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
April 27, 2026 at 11:31 AM
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Putting skills into practice in new environments 💙 

Our Partnerships programme helps young people continue to grow in confidence after College.

Recent highlights include a museum visit, time at the beach, shopping skills and trial sessions for current students!

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #SEND
A young woman in a wheelchair smiling at the camera wearing sunglasses and wrapped in burgundy fleece on a beachfront promenade with wind turbines offshore. A young man and woman at an arcade, leaning forward and holding a racing-game wheel amid neon lights and colourful arcade machines. A young man in a wheelchair wearing a green jacket, seated indoors and looking to the left.
April 16, 2026 at 7:15 AM
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Hope everyone’s enjoying the Easter holidays 🐣🌼

Before the break, our students enjoyed a sunny walk around campus and a picnic outdoors ☀️

What have you been up to this Easter? 💙

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #EasterHolidays #Spring
A laughing young man reclining on a purple beanbag outdoors, holding a tablet and resting one leg on top of the other. Young woman sitting on a blanket outdoors holding a pink and purple bubble gun, wearing a beige coat with a fur-trimmed hood.
April 7, 2026 at 1:31 PM
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Makaton of the Month ✋

Another sign for this week.

Students Tom and Tess from Henshaws Specialist College are demonstrating the Makaton sign for “sport.” 💙

A great sign to practise!

#MakatonOfTheMonth #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
April 3, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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Here’s a jungle throwback from our Specialist College. 🌿🐯

Students sang, signed and smiled their way through The Jungle Book with Image Musical Theatre. Pure joy and inclusivity in action! 💙🎶

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #Creativity #Inclusion
March 28, 2026 at 10:31 AM
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Makaton of the Month ✋

Spring is here 🌱

Artmaker Kerry from our Arts and Crafts Centre and student Tess from Henshaws Specialist College are sharing the Makaton sign for “spring.” A perfect sign to practise as we officially begin a new season. 🧡💙

#MakatonOfTheMonth #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
March 21, 2026 at 10:02 AM
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Learning beyond the classroom at Henshaws Specialist College.💙

Students recently visited Tropical World, Fountains Abbey and went bowling. During a visit to the Arts and Crafts Centre café, Alex used his communication device to independently order and pay!

#Henshaws #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
A smiling young woman in a wheelchair with a cup of tea and a smartphone on the table in front of her. A young man in glasses holding a communication device, standing at the counter in a café waiting to order.
March 18, 2026 at 9:30 AM
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#CollegesWeek2026 💙

'Skills for all' means inclusion.

At Henshaws Specialist College, students develop confidence, independence and employability skills that shape their futures.

Specialist colleges matter.

#LoveOurColleges #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
Graphic for Colleges Week 2026 with the theme “Skills for all” and dates 2nd-6th March 2026. Design includes a lightbulb illustration and education-themed icons.
March 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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Makaton of the Month ✋💙

Our Artmakers kicked things off earlier this month. Now, it’s the turn of our Specialist College students.

They’re signing “cuddle” and “cold.” Very fitting for winter ❄️

#Makaton #SEND #HenshawsSpecialistCollege 💙
February 27, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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Student Voice in action 💙

Luke and Morgan spoke at our Staff Induction Corporate Day, sharing their experiences of work experience, Student Parliament, menu tasting, independent travel and gardening & cooking sessions.

We’re so proud of them 👏

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege
Students Morgan and Luke sat next to each other, facing towards the camera with huge smiles on their faces. Morgan wears a cap and glasses, and Luke wears a light purple hoodie. Students Morgan and Luke smiling, sat in front of a screen with the text 'Student Life, What's it like to be a student a student here?'.
February 19, 2026 at 10:02 AM
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💙 A great day out for our Specialist College students at Harrogate Fire Station 🚒

A warm welcome, brilliant accessibility and lots of smiles from students and staff alike. Learning outside the classroom at its best 💙

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #InclusiveLearning #CollegeTrips #Accessibility
A firefighter assists a young woman in operating a fire hose, both focused and engaged, near a fire truck. A young man in glasses and a cap sits inside a fire truck, smiling. Another person in a red jacket is visible in the background.
February 12, 2026 at 10:02 AM
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Recent moments from College life 💙 

Supporting independence, confidence and learning through a range of experiences 💙

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #InclusiveEducation
A student seated in a wheelchair at Leeds Medicine Museum, wrapped in a brown blanket with a red cushion, smiling and looking upwards. A group of students and staff walking together along a path, with trees and railings lining the route.
February 6, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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Welcome back to Henshaws Specialist College 💙

We’re excited to see our students back after the Christmas break and ready for a new term of learning and growth!

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A smiling Henshaws College student wearing glasses and red ear defenders, dressed in a warm jacket, sits indoors. The image includes Henshaws Specialist College branding and the words “Welcome Back” displayed prominently across the centre.
January 5, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Our Winter Fair was the perfect way to end the term 💙 Students, parents, carers and staff came together to celebrate a brilliant term and all our students’ achievements. A joyful day full of smiles and community!

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Two students stand smiling in front of a Christmas tree, wearing festive hats. One holds a novelty beard prop while the other holds a large inflatable candy cane. A student stands behind the same shop stall with arms stretched wide, smiling excitedly, with drinks and snacks neatly arranged on the table.
December 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Christmas crafting is underway at Henshaws Specialist College! 🎄✨

Our students have been exploring colour, texture and creativity as they get ready for their Winter Fair. 💙

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #FestiveCrafts #SEND
A student in a wheelchair leans forward, using a roller to spread red and purple paint across a board on their lap. They wear a purple apron and sit in a bright classroom decorated with art supplies. A student dipping a tool into paint in a red tray while smiling.
December 13, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Our students have been out and about in the community 💙

Café visits, Leeds trips, bowling and festive lights have all helped build confidence, communication and real-world skills!

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #SEND #LifeSkills
A student in a yellow jacket stands in front of a large illuminated angel-wing sculpture outdoors, raising their arms above their head to match the pose. A student in a wheelchair, wearing a festive hat and glasses, sits in shop with Christmas decorations and accessories on the wall behind her.
November 27, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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What a roarsome day! 🐯

We welcomed Image Musical Theatre to our Specialist College for a musical performance of The Jungle Book.

Students sang, signed and joined in with the story, surrounded by colourful masks, puppets and plenty of smiles. 💙🎶
#HenshawsSpecialistCollege #TheJungleBook #Inclusion
A student in a wheelchair smiles and holds hands with a staff member during the Jungle Book performance. A performer dressed in brown operates a large tiger puppet on a colourful jungle-themed stage.
November 14, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Tess has been shining in her work experience placement! 🌟

From preparing customer orders to keeping the café tidy, she’s learning valuable skills and growing in confidence every day. 💙

#HenshawsSpecialistCollege  #WorkExperience #Inclusion #LifeSkills
Tess wearing glasses and an apron pours coffee from a large dispenser into a white mug in a kitchen setting. Tess, wearing a pink tie-dye shirt and apron, loads dishes into an open dishwasher in a kitchen with jars and a milk jug on the counter.
November 6, 2025 at 6:02 PM