All students have individual educational and care plans. Students come to New College from both mainstream and specialist schools. Most enter the school at the age of 11 but some join us later. We particularly welcome applicants for the sixth form course. All our students who leave after sixth form go on to higher education, most to universities.
Students come from all parts of England and Wales as well as from overseas.
Most are termly boarders although those who live nearby may, if they wish, attend on a daily basis. The school terms, half terms and holidays follow those of maintained schools. At RNIB New College, Worcester we aim to provide a broad and balanced education for academically able girls and boys, and, by giving all students full access to the National Curriculum, without disapplication, to prepare them for 'A' levels and higher education. We seek to develop pupils' skills, knowledge, understanding, social self-awareness and sensitivity to others. We foster a high level of independence and confidence, enabling students to lead fulfilling and useful lives.