SEP teachers work with students, parents and carers, and other stakeholders to design and implement programs which cater for the specific needs of each student. Some students engage in a full mainstream program and have little or no contact with the SEP, some engage fully with the SEP and have little or no contact with mainstream classes. Many students engage in varying degrees in both settings.

A team of specialised and experienced staff lead the Special Education Program. With academic backgrounds in Special Needs Education, teaching and support staff provide a nurturing and challenging learning environment that caters to a wide range of individual needs. Ongoing Professional Development for all staff further enriches the learning environment and optimises our students’ transition into active adult living. Specialist teachers for all impairments visit the school to assist teachers with planning, equipment, and up-to-date disability specific information.

Western Cape College SEP is committed to enhancing educational outcomes for all students. Students are placed on individualised programs, based on their abilities and interests. Students may participate in academic subjects such as English, Maths and Science, either included in the mainstream or within the SEP. Functional programs such as Independent Living Skills, Community Access and Human Relationships Education are offered to students within the SEP.

Our life skills programs are designed to enable our students to become active and independent adults. Life skills programs may involve regular weekly programs such as cooking and general housekeeping, as well as functional literacy and numeracy. Special Projects focus on specific skills such as laundry duties and gardening.