Personal and Professional Development

The Henley College is extremely proud of its Personal and Professional Development (PPD) programme. Every student is supported closely by their PPD Tutor who will guide you during your time as a student.

Your PPD Tutor is your main contact at college, and they will help to connect you, and your parents or carers, with your teachers. They want to ensure your college experience is the best that it can be. They will help you manage your time, overcome any challenges that come up along the way, and give you the tools you need to stay organised and motivated. Your PPD Tutor will lead one-hour weekly sessions, which are a compulsory part of your timetable. Your PPD sessions are the place where you, and fellow students, learn vital skills that will support your decisions when developing your thinking about your next steps after college. You will develop skills such as: ● Teamwork ● Listening ● Speaking ● Problem solving ● Aiming High ● Creativity The PPD Programme also has a team of five performance psychologists who will meet with you each term to deliver workshops designed to help you develop important skills, like resilience and the ability to practice purposefully. This programme will provide a great support for you as you move towards revision periods and exams. PPD sessions are also a place for group discussions around contemporary issues, and a time to build new relationships and get to know other students in an informal and interactive setting. Your Tutor will also provide a one-on-one session each term to help monitor your progress, consider any challenges or issues, and encourage and support your general wellbeing. Your Tutor is also available during college hours if you need a quick chat or to arrange more time to talk through a problem.

Tracy Page

PPD Manager

“My role at the College is to guide the team of PPD Tutors. We are here to support students in all aspects of their learning and personal journey at the College. The more you put into your time at Henley, the more you will get out. We want you to feel you have met your full potential. Hard work, excellent communication and a focus on your future goals and aspirations, with tailored assistance from your PPD Tutor, can help you achieve academic success and key skills for the future. We also understand that sometimes things can go wrong, life can be hard and even small challenges can become overwhelming. Sometimes it can feel easier to bury your head in the sand, but we want you to talk to us so we can work through any challenges together. The PPD Tutor's role is to support and guide you during your time with us at The Henley College, so don't be afraid to ask for help.”