Focusing on
Lifelong Learning
Our Values
We embrace lifelong learning as a core value, recognizing that the pursuit of knowledge, personal growth, and skill development is an ongoing journey.
We Embrace
Lifelong Learning
We foster a culture that encourages curiosity, continuous improvement, and new learnings. We empower individuals to adapt, thrive, and contribute in a rapidly evolving world. We embrace innovation and strive to stay at the forefront of disability educational advancements.
We promote
Equality and Inclusion
Access is committed to fostering fairness, inclusivity, and equal opportunities for every individual, irrespective of their background, social status, or circumstances. We aim to cultivate inclusive settings that honor and embrace diversity, acknowledging the significance of varying perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds.
We always Collaborate
At Access we actively engage and collaborate with participants, families, educators, and community partners to foster inclusivity and innovation in educational courses. We prioritize accessibility and believe in the power of shared responsibility to amplify our impact.
We act with Kindness and Respect
We hold the dignity, autonomy, and rights of every person we engage with in high regard, demonstrating kindness, respect, and impartiality in our interactions.
We act with
Integrity
We uphold unwavering ethical standards throughout our operations, emphasizing transparency, integrity, and accountability in how we handle our resources, partnerships, and relationships. Our commitment lies in providing educational services that consistently serve the best interests of our learners and the wider community.
Our team has a steadfast commitment to life long learning enabling participants to realise their aspirations and reach their fullest potential.
History
Access was established in 1987 by a group of parents of children with disabilities who felt that their voices (and that of their children) were not being heard. What originally started as an advocacy group transitioned into service provision as parents felt that the needs of their child were not being met, particularly in the Jewish community and especially in the ‘post-school’ stage of their children’s lives.
Today, Access inc. Celebrates Abilities through Life Long Learning, offering innovative, flexible educational courses to people with a disability and the wider community.
Spotlight on Community Partnerships
Our collaboration with CCare is invaluable. Not only do our participants learn vital kitchen skills but the food and bakery items they produce are distributed throughout the community to those doing it tough and in need of immediate support.
This year the Access kitchen has produced over 4000 cakes and biscuits and 1500 savoury meals for CCare. These are numbers to be proud of.