ºÚÁÏÍø: a college group committed to excellence
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At ºÚÁÏÍø, we're passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their academic goals and unlock their full potential.ÌýÌý
We are proud of our award-winning approach to teaching and learning, which has led to a consistent track record of success and delivered the essential skills our local communities need to grow and thrive.ÌýÌý
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Our commitment to quality education:Ìý
Ofsted Good rating:  Our 2022 award of a Good grade by Ofsted, with Strong contribution to identifying and meeting local skills needs was testament to the work we do with our learners. Our dedication to providing high-quality education that equips students with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the workplace is something we are incredibly proud of. Ofsted also found our High Needs provision to be Outstanding.Ìý
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Award-winning approach to education:Ìý
Beacon Award-winning: Our commitment to excellence has been evidenced with several Association of Colleges (AoC) Beacon Award wins over the past several years.ÌýÌý
In 2019, we won the Beacon Award for Support for Students, with the work we do in our Outstanding High Needs provision.ÌýÌý
In 2023, we were winners again, when we were recognised for our effective use of digital technology in FE for our sector-leading approach to online learning. The same year our online offering scooped the prestigious Edufuturist Uprising Award for Outstanding Online School.Ìý
Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom with the Marketing, Communications, and Events Team receiving multiple awards at the prestigious FE First Awards in 2023 and 2024.Ìý
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Investing in your future:Ìý
Continuing investment in our campuses: Ìý
We are dedicated to providing our students with access to the latest facilities and resources. Our ongoing investment program is transforming our campuses, creating modern learning environments that inspire and empower our students.Ìý
This has included investment in care skills training centres at our campuses in Reading, Bracknell and Wokingham, and Guildford.ÌýÌý
We also invested £3m into redeveloping our hospitality and catering teaching spaces at our City of Oxford College and University Centre city-centre campus, and will soon be unveiling our new state of the art science facilities in Oxford, Reading and Guildford.ÌýÌý
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High-profile partnerships: Ìý
We believe in the power of collaboration to enhance the student experience. We have established partnerships with leading organisations, including, BMW, Beard Construction, The Fat Duck Group and Microsoft, providing our students with invaluable industry insights and work experience opportunities.Ìý
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Student success stories:Ìý
We have some remarkable students across our group of colleges and here are some of their recent achievements that we are particularly proud of:Ìý
Berkshire Ìý
- Reading SEND students create rural fashion for a museum projectÌýÌý
- Reading Art students showcase creative talentsÌý
- Bracknell apprentice comes second in regional heat of Sparks female skills competition 2024ÌýÌý
- Mannequins Upcycled unveiledÌýÌý
OxfordshireÌý
- Rugby stories of national u20 teamsÌý
- GCSE success for Banbury and Bicester College students)ÌýÌý
- Groundbreaking partnership launches new leisure industry careers in OxfordshireÌý
SurreyÌýÌý
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Activate Alumni Ìý
Our vibrant Activate Alumni network provides a way for former students of our colleges to stay connected to their college community and provide them with opportunities to help develop and train the next generation of talent.ÌýÌý
With over a thousand active members, Activate Alumni also provides former learners with benefits such as access to careers advice and discount off of selected future courses and programmes.ÌýÌý
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Ready to embark on your journey to success?Ìý
Explore our wide range of courses, discover our vibrant campuses, and connect with our dedicated team today. We are here to support you every step of the way.Ìý
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