The AfC Virtual College has been designed to support young people, their carers, education establishments, and work placements—ensuring the best possible experience for everyone involved.

Personalised Support for Young People

At the heart of the AfC Virtual College is a commitment to working alongside each young person to create a personalised pathway plan. This plan focuses on the skills, experiences, and opportunities needed to succeed in their chosen field.

Where barriers to success exist, we work with the individual—and those supporting them—to overcome any obstacles and keep progress on track.

How We Help Young People Succeed

We offer a wide range of support tailored to each learner’s needs, including:

• Personalised Pathways

• College and University Admissions

• Careers Support

• Apprenticeship Support

• Work Experience Opportunities

• Termly Progress Reviews

• Mentoring Programmes

• Extensive Skills Programme, covering:

  • Financial planning

  • Understanding UK law

  • Mental health techniques

  • Work-based skills

• Financial Support

• Influencing Local and National Looked After Policy and Practice

• Being Their Champion