Royal National College for the Blind (RNC)
Description: RNC is the UK's leading specialist residential college of further education for people with a visual impairment. Their expertise has been built over 140 years, & they offer a variety of products & services to a diverse audience. With over 60 programmes of study available with a wide range of support in all areas, studying at RNC will ensure students can move onto their chosen career path. RNC Learners leave with confidence & independence, ready for the world of work.
Weblink: http://www.rnc.ac.uk
Tel: 01432 376 621
Email: info@rnc.ac.uk
Category: Third/voluntary Sector
Last Updated: 8th of April 2025
Services Provided
Further education courses
RNC offers a wide range of further education courses for visually impaired students at its site in Hereford. Subjects include braille and independent living skills in addition to various BTec, GCSE, A and AS level courses.Events associated with this provider:
30th of January 2026
Open Day at Royal National College for the Blind (Hereford)
The open day will provide prospective students, their families and professionals working with them the opportunity to find out about study at this specialist residential college of further education for young people with sight loss. To find out more and book a place, visit the RNC website link provided.Hosted by - Royal National College for the Blind (RNC)
14th of February 2026
'Have a Go' activity weekend at Royal National College for the Blind (Hereford)
The event is for young people aged 13 to 17 with a visual impairment and their families, with free accommodation for everyone. There is more information (including a video of the previous event) and a link to a booking form on the RNC website.Hosted by - Royal National College for the Blind (RNC)
15th of February 2026
'Have a Go' activity weekend at Royal National College for the Blind (Hereford)
The event is for young people aged 13 to 17 with a visual impairment and their families, with free accommodation for everyone. There is more information (including a video of the previous event) and a link to a booking form on the RNC website.Hosted by - Royal National College for the Blind (RNC)
17th of February 2026
Royal National College for the Blind activity week (Hereford)
The Royal National College for the Blind in Hereford is holding an Activity Week for young people aged 14 to 17 with a visual impairment from Tuesday 17th to Friday 20th February. The event is an opportunity to try various sports and activities and is intended to encourage young people to socialise and develop independence skills alongside having fun! There is a cost of £50 for attendees and the closing date for applications is Monday 2nd February. For more information and to book a place, click the link provided.Hosted by - Royal National College for the Blind (RNC)
18th of February 2026
Royal National College for the Blind activity week (Hereford)
The Royal National College for the Blind in Hereford is holding an Activity Week for young people aged 14 to 17 with a visual impairment from Tuesday 17th to Friday 20th February. The event is an opportunity to try various sports and activities and is intended to encourage young people to socialise and develop independence skills alongside having fun! There is a cost of £50 for attendees and the closing date for applications is Monday 2nd February. For more information and to book a place, click the link provided.Hosted by - Royal National College for the Blind (RNC)
19th of February 2026
Royal National College for the Blind activity week (Hereford)
The Royal National College for the Blind in Hereford is holding an Activity Week for young people aged 14 to 17 with a visual impairment from Tuesday 17th to Friday 20th February. The event is an opportunity to try various sports and activities and is intended to encourage young people to socialise and develop independence skills alongside having fun! There is a cost of £50 for attendees and the closing date for applications is Monday 2nd February. For more information and to book a place, click the link provided.Hosted by - Royal National College for the Blind (RNC)
20th of February 2026
Royal National College for the Blind activity week (Hereford)
The Royal National College for the Blind in Hereford is holding an Activity Week for young people aged 14 to 17 with a visual impairment from Tuesday 17th to Friday 20th February. The event is an opportunity to try various sports and activities and is intended to encourage young people to socialise and develop independence skills alongside having fun! There is a cost of £50 for attendees and the closing date for applications is Monday 2nd February. For more information and to book a place, click the link provided.Hosted by - Royal National College for the Blind (RNC)