We are your OUTSTANDING college group! Out of nine areas inspected, all nine were rated ‘Outstanding’.
Overall, we are ‘Outstanding’!
Our inspection report, published on 12 May 2020, praises all areas of our provision. It acknowledges CCG’s ‘outstanding culture of inclusivity and respect’ and says that our ‘courses meet fully the demands of their local and regional communities’.
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Out of nine areas inspected, all nine were rated ‘Outstanding’
| Overall effectiveness | Outstanding |
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Education programmes for young people | Outstanding |
| Adult learning programmes | Outstanding |
| Apprenticeships | Outstanding |
| Provision for students with high needs | Outstanding |
MORE REASONS WHY OFSTED SAY WE ARE ‘OUTSTANDING’
- Students and apprentices enjoy greatly their time at college
- Students, including adult students, and apprentices, are rightly very proud of their college
- Students and apprentices greatly appreciate the many opportunities they have to participate in decision-making across the college
- Students and apprentices study courses that are relevant and are in line with industry practice
- Students and apprentices, and particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, rightly feel highly supported by college staff
- Students and apprentices benefit from substantial careers advice and guidance to ensure they are well informed about their next steps
- Staff who work with students with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well informed and trained to support the student’s individual academic and social goals
- Staff have high expectations of all students and apprentices
- Teachers inspire students to fully commit to their studies and, as a result, they develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours they need to be successful
- Teachers use their considerable experience to structure lesson content logically and to teach interesting and engaging lessons
- Employers value greatly the positive impact apprentices’ new skills and knowledge have on their workplace
- Leaders and managers work closely with employers and other external stakeholders to research and design appropriate courses for students
- Managers and teachers keep employers very well informed about the progress that apprentices make
- Governors, leaders and staff have high expectations of all students and apprentices. They help them achieve their goals and become responsible members of both the college and wider community
- Leaders, managers and staff are highly ambitious for disadvantaged students and those with additional needs
- Leaders have created an outstanding culture of inclusivity and respect.
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