Frequently Asked Questions
During this uncertain time, we will be adding any frequently asked questions for your information. If you have any questions, not addressed below please do not hesitate to contact us.
Do I need to report my absence?
Yes. We still need to know if you are too unwell to complete work at home or have symptoms of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Please call 0151 733 7255 with your name and the reason why you are unable to complete work/log on and/or if you have any symptoms.
Should I be attending college?
Current guidelines say that we can have students on-site so you should attend college as normal. Some students may still need to learn at home depending on their circumstances.
Can I still apply for a course starting in September 2021?
We are continuing to accept applications for courses starting in September 2021. Applications can be submitted using the form available on our website at www.greenbankcollege.org.uk/apply
We can now offer face-to-face interviews and assessments and offering taster days. However, we cannot host large groups.
We are committed to providing the best possible service in this difficult time and we are happy to answer any questions or address any concerns you may have. Please contact amanda.tozer@greenbank.org.uk
Are you having any Open Events?
Yes. We hold 3-4 Open Evenings every year your young people and we also organise site visits and hold recruitment days for our Supported Internship programme. Visit our events page to find out when the next event will take place. If you are a school or large group, you can arrange a talk with Alison. Please email amanda.tozer@greenbank.org.uk for further information.
I have an EHCP, what will happen about my annual review?
We are continuing to review EHCPs face-to-face, via Zoom and telephone depending on individual circumstances.
Will I still have access to advice and support?
Yes. Staff are available to support you in class. If you are learning at home, you will have be able to contact your tutor by email.
Careers, Advice and Guidance, Welfare Support and Safeguarding staff are on-site if you need them.
If you are studying at home, you can contact them by email:
General Enquiries info@greenbank.org.uk
Careers Advice and Guidance amanda.tozer@greenbank.org.uk
Student Finance and Bursary Information anne.kinsella@greenbank.org.uk
Welfare and Well-being lisa.turner@greenbank.org.uk
Safeguarding Support lisa.turner@greenbank.org.uk
We have put together a list of useful external contacts for you to contact if needed. You can access it here.
Will I still receive free college meals?
We will will be posting out a £10 supermarket voucher next week (w/c 30/3/20) to those who usually receive free college meals. From w/c 20/4/20 we will send out £20 vouchers to cover a 2 week period.
How do I continue my work at home?
We will be supporting students who are not attending college to study at home. This will be in the form of online learning using Google Classroom. If you have difficulty with accessing online learning, we will make arrangements to send out paper based resources. Please let us know if you will have any issues accessing online resources. Study materials will be chosen to ensure that you stay on track to gain your qualification.
Your tutor will send you information by email so please ensure that you check it regularly.
You will be able to contact your tutor directly using your College email address in Gmail. Your tutor will contact you with their details.
Access Email
- Go to mail.google.com
- Enter your email address and password
Further information on accessing your email
Access Google Classroom
- Go to classroom.google.com
- Enter your email and password (this is the same password that you use to access your email)
- If there is a welcome message, click Accept
- Choose I’m a Student
- Click Get started
Further information on Google Classroom
What happens if I have a Safeguarding concern?
If you have a safeguarding concern please contact the Send Manager, Lisa Turner at the college, by telephone on 0151 733 7255 or by email at lisa.turner@greenbank.org.uk.