It’s more than a course: How Grŵp Llandrillo Menai helps students thrive
Starting college is a major milestone. While picking the right course is a big part of the journey, having the right support network behind you makes all the difference.
At Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, we believe college is about much more than just earning a qualification—it’s about building confidence, gaining independence, and feeling supported every step of the way.
Whether you need a bit of extra help with your studies or someone to talk to about your mental health, our dedicated teams are here to ensure you thrive.
Tammi’s story: From school to college with confidence
For many students, the step up to college can feel daunting. That’s exactly how Tammi felt before joining us. Tammi initially attended college one day a week on a link course while studying at Ysgol Y Gogarth and was helped by Coleg Llandrillo Learning Support Coordinator, Amanda. This September, she is taking the leap to join us full-time to study Media.
"I was quite nervous about starting college as I didn't know what to expect," Tammi shares. "The link course helped me understand what will happen in September. Amanda came to my annual review and chatted with me and my mum about what to expect."
To help ease her nerves, Amanda supported Tammi throughout her course interview and gave her and her mum a personalized tour of the campus.
"Amanda showed us where the study centre was and where my classroom was," Tammi says. "The staff at my school helped me to feel more ready for college, and the staff at college helped me feel ready to come to college full-time."
Today, Tammi feels ready to take on this next big chapter:
"The link course has helped me feel more independent and ready to go to college on my own for when I leave school. It has helped me a lot because it helped me feel more confident about starting in September. I'm looking forward to meeting my new friends and tutors!"
Tailored support for every journey
Tammi’s experience is just one example of how our teams work together to make the transition to college as smooth as possible. We offer a wide range of dedicated services across all our campuses:
The Additional Learning Needs team works closely with students, families, and schools, just as Amanda did with Tammi, to put personalized support plans in place. From study skills and specialist equipment to dedicated support in the classroom and Study Centres, we ensure every student has the tools they need to succeed.
Mental health and wellbeing support
Moving into further education comes with new routines and challenges. Our Wellbeing staff offer confidential, non-judgmental guidance, personal support, and access to resources to help you manage stress, keep balanced, and look after your mental health throughout your time with us.
Ready to take the next step?
College is an exciting new chapter, and you don't have to navigate it alone. No matter your background, needs, or goals, Grŵp Llandrillo Menai is here to support you from day one.
Need support with learning? Learn more about our Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Support: https://www.gllm.ac.uk/student-hub/additional-learning-needs-aln
Looking for wellbeing guidance? Explore our Student Wellbeing Resources: https://www.gllm.ac.uk/student-hub/your-wellbeing-in-college
