Courses
About us
Southend Adult Community College (SACC) is Southend-on-Sea City Council’s provider of education and training for young people (16–19), adults aged 19+, and learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Supporting over 2,000 learners each year, we offer inclusive, high-quality programmes that help individuals gain skills, achieve independence, and progress into further learning or employment.
What we offer
At Southend Adult Community College, we offer a wide range of part-time Community Learning courses designed to help you gain new skills, boost your wellbeing, and try something new – whether that’s for personal interest or future goals.
Our provision also includes Family Learning and Community Outreach, delivered both in college and out in the local community, making learning accessible to everyone.
We provide a variety of accredited courses, including English, maths, ICT, ESOL, and employability skills, alongside industry-recognised vocational qualifications and bespoke workforce training delivered directly on employer premises.
For young people aged 16 and above, we offer full-time Vocational Study Programmes – and the recent launch of our Pathways Programme for 16–19 year olds has become a key focus, supporting school leavers to take their next steps with confidence.
Our Centres
We operate from four key centres, each tailored to meet different learner needs:
Southchurch Campus
Our main hub, offering the full range of adult education, Community Learning and home to our growing Pathways Programme for 16–19 year olds. A vibrant, inclusive space for learners at every stage.
ILSA Southchurch
A dedicated centre within the Southchurch site, supporting young adults with complex SEND needs through tailored Independent Living and Skills programmes.
ILSA Westcliff
A specialist centre focused on high-needs SEND learners, delivering personalised support for those with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
The Digital Academy (Belfairs Campus)
Our dedicated digital learning hub, offering a wide range of digital and creative courses for both adults and 16–19 Pathways learners, equipping students with essential skills for today’s tech-driven world.
What Ofsted have to say about SACC
At our last Ofsted inspection SACC was judged for the third time as a good college with outstanding features. Key findings are:
- Learners value the inclusive and welcoming culture of SACC.
- Learners demonstrate positive attitudes towards their studies.
- The College provides highly effective and ambitious courses and qualifications for adults that meet the needs of the local community.
- Most adult learners carry on with further study, gain employment or gain promotion in their current roles.
- Learners develop substantial knowledge, skills and behaviours over time.
- Tutors provide very clear explanations during sessions.
- Tutors provide feedback to learners that helps them to improve their skills.
- Achievement rates in basic skills English and mathematics are extremely high.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective.