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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include teaching rooms, IT suite, training kitchen, independent living skills flat, Greengoose theatre space, therapy room, manufacturing workshop, Chef's Table training restaurant.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include horticulture training greenhouse.
• Related link Chef's Table.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/london-south-east-colleges/bromley-campus/access-guides/the-chef-s-table
• Related link Main Building.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/london-south-east-colleges/bromley-campus/access-guides/main-building

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  • The Nido Volans Centre is a facility for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
  • It teaches independent living skills and training for employability in addition to core skills in English and Maths.
  • It is located on the lower ground floor of the main building. .
  • The closest parking and entrance is the lower ground floor direct entrance.
  • From the main level, there is a ramp down to the workshop, Chef's Table Restaurant and training kitchen.
  • From this lower level there is a door leading to the horticulture area.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Bromley.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Bromley South.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders can booked in advance.
• There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 380cm x 620cm (12ft 6in x 20ft 4in).

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
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  • There are 5 Blue Badge bays in the front car park.
  • There are 10 additional bays in the rear car park.
  • These are close to the rear entrance direct to the lower ground floor and to the Life Centre.

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Outside Access (The Nido Volans Centre Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the right side of the building, facing Rookery Lane.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in).
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  • This entrance is for staff and students or visitors who have already signed in at the main entrance.

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Level Change (The Nido Volans Centre Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• There is/are 10 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Outside Access (Centre Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on the lower ground floor of the main building, to the left after the reception.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.

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  • Most of the teaching spaces open off the central circulation area (shown in photograph 1).

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Theatre (Greengoose Theatre)

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located the front row.
• Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit alongside or behind you.
• It is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
• This venue does not provide audio described performances.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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  • The performance area is level with the entrance level of the theatre space.
  • The tiered seating can be folded away when not required.
  • There is level access to a dressing room for performers.
  • The theatre is the rehearsal space for the resident Wildgoose Theatre Group.
  • There are regular performances for parents/ carers and the public.
  • The venue also hosts the Wild Goose Club for adults (16+) with learning difficulties.

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Level Change (Access to Chef's Table, Workshop and Horticulture)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located from the main circulation area of the centre down to the lower level.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Outside Access (Access to Horticulture)

• This information is for the entrance located at the lower level, past the Chef's Table.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.

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Level Change (Access to Horticulture)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp or slope is located from the entrance down to the path to the greenhouse.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located alongside the ramp.
• There is / are 2 step(s) to the area / service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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  • After the steps. ramp there is a level path to the polytunnel.
  • There are some uneven areas on the path.
  • There is level access into the polytunnel using heavy sliding double doors.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located to the right off the main circulation area.
  • The facility is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the centre entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 350cm x 320cm (11ft 6in x 10ft 6in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The length of the bench is 190cm (6ft 3in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 60cm (1ft 12in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rails are on the right.
  • The type of sink is adjustable.
  • Wall mounted hand rails are not available at the sink.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
  • It is not a push button style alarm.
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  • There is shower equipment with an adjustable height handset.
  • This can be used for showering users on the changing bench.
  • There is also a flip down shower seat with arm rests.
  • The seat height is 52cm.

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Accessible Toilet (Perfomance Space)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is written text, Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the theatre entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located on the right, before the theatre entrance.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 200cm (5ft 3in x 6ft 7in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • It is not a push button style of alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Accessible Toilet (Nido Volans Main Level)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is written text, Braille, pictorial and tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the centre entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right, off the main level of the centre.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 210cm x 190cm (6ft 11in x 6ft 3in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There are additional accessible toilets on the lower ground floor of the main building, just outside the entrance to the centre.

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Accessible Toilet (Lower Level)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is written text, pictorial, tactile and Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the Chef's Table restaurant.
  • The accessible toilet is located opposite the entrance to the restaurant, on the lower level of the centre.
  • There is not level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 210cm (5ft 11in x 6ft 11in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • It is not a push button style of alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • This room has an outward opening bi-fold door.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• The nearest standard toilets are on the lower ground floor of the main building, just outside the entrance to the centre.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is generally on duty.

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  • Some staff have training in Makaton and in using other communication aids.