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Students, staff and governors are celebrating at South Devon College, which has been recognised as the top Further Education and Tertiary College in England, in results recently published by the Skills Funding Agency.
The results, which are based on learner success rates and retention, cements the College’s exemplary status as a leading Further Education establishment, as well as a beacon for economic development and employment in Torbay and South Devon.
The College topped the result tables for all ages and course durations, with a success rate of 94.7%, as well as achieving the highest success rates for full-time courses for 16-18 year olds, with 93% of learners attaining their qualifications. This marked the third year in succession that the College has been ranked as one of the top 5 Further Education Colleges in the country, recognising South Devon College’s continuing commitment to the development and success of its learners of all ages and backgrounds.
South Devon College Principal, Stephen Criddle, said “This is fantastic news and a reflection of the huge responsiveness and commitment of South Devon College staff, as well as the determination that every student will succeed on their personalised learning programme, huge pastoral care, support and the general approach and environment that characterises the success of the College.”
Kevin Mowat, Chair of the Governing Body and Tor Bay Harbour Master, continued “This is a great achievement by all of our South Devon College students and also the dedicated staff, who go that extra mile to help students succeed. It is worthy recognition for all of their hard work and commitment. As a Governing Body we are delighted with this excellent outcome.”
Success at the College extends beyond exceptional results and the delivery of an inspirational and varied curriculum, to also include pastoral support and advice and guidance. The College has previously been accredited for the quality of its impartial careers guidance by Investors in Careers, as well as achieving the Matrix Award, and holds the prestigious Investors in People Gold Award.
With an extensive provision of courses and qualifications, learners are constantly developing their skills and improving their future prospects, and are given the opportunity to achieve individual success. Most recently, learners from the College’s Construction department excelled in the South West regional heat of the Skill Build competition, achieving 9 medals in total with one student provisionally placed to compete in the National World Skills Final.
The brilliant results from throughout the College are confirmation that South Devon College provides an exceptional learning environment, with everything in place to inspire learners of all ages and backgrounds to achieve and exceed their potential, developing the essential skills to help them find employment and excel.
If you are interested in finding out more about the opportunities at South Devon College you can attend the next Open Event on Tuesday 20th May from 5pm until 8pm, at the Paignton Campus at Vantage Point, TQ4 7EJ. Alternatively, you can contact the Helpzone team on Freephone 08000 380 123. It’s not too late to apply, so enquire now and start your future with South Devon College today!