Student Support & Inclusion
Student Central
You’re always welcome to come in and explore what the College can offer you, or if you need a bit of advice and guidance, Student Central is where you can access a range of support services.
Find out more below about the different services and activities you can access during your time at College.
During your time at College you will get the chance to take part in enrichment activities. There are always plenty of activities to get involved in through your course, clubs, social trips, wellbeing activities as well as supporting the Student Union. Also think about volunteering! It develops great skills and you can take advantage of your timetable-free Wednesday afternoons. Please contact activities@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk to find out more.
As a College student, you’re automatically a member of the Students’ Union. Democratic elections are held annually for an executive committee of students. Any student can apply. Save money also with a Student Union Totum Card.
Every group in College will elect a Student Rep so that your voice is always heard and opinions can be shared. If you are a class rep, you will be a member of the Student Voice Council and will meet regularly with staff to help inform change and improvements for students.
If you feel overwhelmed either at College or by problems at home or you just need some support, whatever the reason, our Student Wellbeing Team are here for you. Our team work closely with students and other services both in College and outside of College, including 1:1 meetings, small groups, drop-ins and through other wellbeing activities.
If you are interested in taking part in any of the above activities, please contact our Student Central Team at studentcentral@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk or on the below numbers:
- Wakefield College - 01924 789417 / 789554
- Castleford College - 01924 789874
- Selby College - 01757 211000
Our Student Experience leads ensure that you adapt well to College life and enjoy your experience studying with us. You can contact our Student Experience Leads using the contact details below.
| Name | Title | Contact details |
| Debbie Godwin | Student Experience Support Leader at Selby College | dgodwin@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk or 01757 211176 |
| Alexandru Mihalache | Student Experience Support Leder at Selby College | amihalache@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk or 01757 211000 |
| Rachel Walker | Student Experience Support Leder at Castleford College | rwalker@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk or 01924 789417 |
| Rebecca Batchelor | Student Experience Support Leder at Wakefield College | rbatchelor@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk or 01924 789333 |
We expect 100% attendance to all lessons on your timetable and this will give you the best chance of success on your course. You can discuss your attendance with your Personal Tutor and if you need support speak to a tutor or a member of Student Central.
Every student will take part in work experience activity through visits to workplaces, guest speakers, social action projects, work readiness activity and through a work placement. Plan for your work placement by asking friends and family, contact employers with your CV and speak to our Work Placements Team for more advice: workplacements@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk.
Providing information and confidential advice on student financial support in Further Education. This includes information on the 16-18 Bursaries, Discretionary Learner Support (for students aged 19+ including childcare costs), Advanced Learning Loans and Bursaries, Care to Learn and free College meals. Please contact our Financial Support Team on or at financialsupport@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk or visit our Financial Support page.