Portland College

03/09/2026

REMINDER: Coffee, chat & connection next Tuesday!

Just a reminder that Seen and Supported’s relaxed, low-energy gathering is happening Tuesday 8 September, and India from Portland Assessments will be there.

📍 Morton’s Farm Tea Rooms, Papplewick
🕙 10:00am – 12:00pm

The Portland Assessments team will be there to chat about autism and ADHD assessments and answer any questions you might have.

It’s completely FREE, but you’ll need to book your ticket!

Click here to reserve your spot: https://ow.ly/oIFL50ZIREV

If you’ve been meaning to sign up, now’s the time. We’d love to see you there!

01/09/2026

DAY SERVICE UPDATE

For anyone trying to contact Day Service this morning, please note, the normal extension number 291 is currently not working. We are working to resolve the issue asap, but in the meantime, please use extension 507.

Thank you.

28/08/2026

We’re recruiting across Portland Charity! 🌟

We currently have a range of opportunities available across different areas of our organisation, with roles for people looking to bring their skills, experience and passion to a team that makes a real difference.

Whether you’re looking for your next career move or a new opportunity to make a positive impact, take a look at our current vacancies and see where your next chapter could take you.

A couple of our current vacancies close today, so don’t miss out!
If you’re interested in the Deputy Health & Safety Manager or Service Coordinator opportunities, make sure you get your application in before the deadline.

Find out more and view our current vacancies: https://www.portland.ac.uk/current-vacancies/

26/08/2026

If some of these experiences sound familiar, you may be wondering whether autism could be part of your picture.

An autism assessment can provide greater understanding of strengths, challenges and support needs, helping you or your young person know what to do next.

Autism assessments £2,000, for young people aged 13+ and adults.

At Portland Assessments, our experienced team provides compassionate, NICE compliant assessments with clear, personalised recommendations.

Find out more about our autism assessments: www.portlandassessments.org.uk

25/08/2026

Restocking on school supplies? Make your shopping count.
From stationery and clothing to tech and everyday essentials, getting ready for the new school or college year can add up.
With Give as you Live, you can raise money for Portland while shopping online, at no extra cost to you.
Simply shop through Give as you Live and participating retailers will make a donation on your behalf to Portland.
Download the Give as you Live app or click the link to get started - https://www.giveasyoulive.com/charity/portlandcharity
Shop what you need. Support Portland while you’re at it.

24/08/2026

You could make a real difference to a young person’s future.

Work experience and supported internships can help young people build confidence, develop practical workplace skills and take important steps towards employment.

We’re looking to build relationships with local employers who are open to giving our learners these valuable opportunities.

You don’t need to have offered a placement before. Our team can work with you to find an opportunity that works for your organisation and provide support throughout.

Interested in getting involved? Contact us at [email protected]

20/08/2026

☕ Coffee, Chat & Health Checks – Parents & Carers

Parents and carers are invited to join us for an informal Coffee, Chat & Health Checks session at Portland College on Thursday 17 September.

📅 Thursday 17 September
📍 Exhibition Room, Portland College
🕤 9.30am–11.00am or 4.30pm–6.00pm

It’s an opportunity to ask questions, share experiences and find out more about:

❤️ Annual Health Checks
🎗️ Cancer screening programmes
💉 NHS health screening and vaccinations
🥗 Healthy lifestyles and preventative healthcare
🏥 Accessing local health services

There’s no formal presentation – just an informal chance to chat, ask questions and find out more.

📬 A letter with further information will be sent to parents and carers soon.

Save the date for our next Parent/Carer Forum too! 👇

💻 Cyberbullying & Staying Safe Online
📅 Thursday 19 November
🕓 4.15pm–5.30pm
📍 Exhibition Room, Portland College

Our Police Liaison Officer will be joining us to talk about cyberbullying and keeping safe online. There will also be information about the Pegasus Card scheme, a free police and emergency services support programme for people with disabilities.

More information will be shared nearer the time.

19/08/2026

🎉 FUN PALACE IS THIS SATURDAY! 🎉

Get ready for a brilliant afternoon of music, dancing and fun at our FREE Fun Palace event at Newstart Theatre! 💜

We’ve got three fantastic timetabled activities for you to join in with:
🎶 11am–12pm | Family Sing-a-Long
Sing your heart out with Music for Everyone! A fun, relaxed session for the whole family.
💃 12pm–1pm | Folk Dance
Get moving and learn some traditional dances with the Nottingham Folk Dance Group. No experience needed – just come along and have a go!
🎧 1pm–2pm | Silent Disco
Finish the afternoon with a silent disco from Ashfield Creates!

📅 Saturday 22 August
⏰ 11am–2pm
📍 Newstart Theatre, Portland College
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

There's so much more with other activities taking place throughout the day! 🙌

👉 Find out more and reserve your place: https://www.portland.ac.uk/event/fun-palace-at-newstart-theatre-free-2/

18/08/2026

We’re joining Seen & Supported!

Portland Assessments is proud to be taking part in this welcoming ADHD & AuDHD community breakfast at Morton’s Farm Tearooms.

Our team will be there alongside Seen & Supported. If you have questions, want to understand your options or need guidance on what to do next, come along and have a chat with us.

📅 Tuesday 8 September | 10am–12pm
We’d love to see you there.

Book your free place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/adhd-audhd-community-meetup-seen-supported-tickets-1997779828245?aff=PortlandAssessments

Finally, a space where you’re already understood. ☕

We are so excited to host our Seen & Supported meetup for our ADHD & AuDHD community!

Join us for a relaxed coffee morning at Mortons Farm Tearooms on Tuesday 8th September (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM).

🌿 MEETING YOU WHERE YOU'RE AT - Whether you are formally diagnosed, self-identified, or simply curious and exploring next steps, you are welcome in this space.

🌿 HOME-FROM-HOME FEEL - Not a cold, corporate venue, just a comfortable, low-pressure setting to relax at your own pace.

🌿 PRIVATE OPENING - So you won't have to compete with loud coffee machines, background music, or busy crowds.

🌿 NO PRESSURE - No icebreakers or forced introductions.

🌿 FRIENDLY FACES - Stella (Seen & Supported) and India (Portland Assessments @ Portland College) will both be around for casual chats on late diagnosis, diagnostic assessments, parenting ND kids, and accessing support.

🌿 ACCESSIBLE AND INCLUSIVE - Free parking on-site & no formal diagnosis required.

🌿 100% FREE - Tickets are completely free (capped at 15 to keep the space peaceful).

We kindly ask that you buy a drink or yummy treat while you're with us as a small thank you to the team at Morton’s for opening their wonderful space to host our community.

Our goal for the morning is that you leave:

👍🏻Feeling completely seen, supported, and understood
👍🏻Clear on practical support pathways if you're looking for next steps
👍🏻Or simply just having made a new friend who truly gets it - and gets you!

🎟️ Reserve your free spot here before they all go: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/adhd-audhd-community-meetup-seen-supported-tickets-1997779828245?aff=MySocial

🗓️ Can’t make this one? Drop a comment with days or times that suit you better - we’ll bear this in mind for future meetups!

Looking forward to welcoming you,

Stella x

17/08/2026

They enjoyed volunteering at Portland so much, they came back for a third visit!

A huge thank you to the fantastic VF Nottingham Credit Control team for once again giving their time to support Portland Charity last month.

The team didn’t let the hot weather slow them down, working hard across our main campus to ensure everything looked its best ahead of this year’s Graduation and Awards celebration. As temperatures rose in the afternoon, they headed over to support our Horticulture team, helping with weeding and clearing outdoor spaces.

We’re incredibly grateful for your continued support and the difference you make. We hope to welcome you back again soon!