Your gateway to
an independent future

A specialist residential college for young people with visual impairment

Welcome toThe Royal National College
for the Blind (RNC) in Hereford The UK's leading college for further education and training for the visually impaired.

Being a national centre of expertise for young people with visual impairment, RNC provides a broad curriculum which is underpinned by specialist skills for life. The College experience is more than vocational and academic qualifications. It's about achievement beyond the classroom - developing self-confidence, personal independence and communication skills that are needed for the future.

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At RNC, every student increases their independence across all aspects of their life. You will gain skills to help you study, live and work independently. From personal and social development, IT, Braille and mobility to independent living skills such as cooking, laundry and managing your finances.

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25 Apr | QTVI Conference Read more Go 27 Apr | Round 4 EBFL Tournament Belgium Read more Go 22 Jun | Round 5 EBFL Tournament France Read more Go

The Manchester Marathon challenge Posted April 17 2024 Two students from RNC, Freya Gavin and Ryley Day-Hector, took on the Manchester Marathon on 14 April. This was the first marathon for both. Freya, who hails from Manchester, took part in the marathon as part of her Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) at College. To achieve the qualification, she independently planned, organised and fundraised for their marathon participation. Freya also had to secure the help of volunteer guide runners to assist her training when residing in Hereford. Read more Go

RNC triumph in National Blind Football League Posted April 16 2024 Read more Go Exploring the treasures of Hereford Posted April 15 2024 Read more Go

Contact us 01432 265 725 (Main reception)
01432 376 621 (Student enquiries)

Email: info@rnc.ac.uk

Press and media enquiries to:
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Visit us at The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC), Venns Lane, Hereford HR1 1DT

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