Celebrations at Warrington & Vale Royal College

Warrington & Vale Royal College has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted

The four-day inspection in November marked a milestone for Warrington & Vale Royal College, with two areas – Behaviour and Attitudes, and Personal Development – earning ‘Outstanding’ grades.

The college also attained the highest possible grade for its ‘strong’ response to skills.

All other areas of the college’s provision maintained a solid ‘Good’ rating, reflecting the college’s hard work and commitment.  This exceptional achievement highlights the dedication of the college’s staff and students, and is indicative of the college’s continued strength in technical excellence.

Revelling in this wonderful achievement for the college, Principal & CEO Nichola Newton said: “Our recent Ofsted outcome is a testament to the incredible dedication and hard work of our staff and students.

It has been a great privilege and pleasure to lead this exceptional college since 2015, the college community and the culture we have so painstakingly curated really matters to us and I think that shone through in this inspection.

Inspectors noted that the college is very clear on its purpose and aims, we really know who we are and what we are about, that is to say: to deliver excellence in technical education and skills training through an inclusive curriculum, taught well.

Our strap line, ‘Careers not Courses’ and the transformative, life-changing power of the work we do means absolutely everything to us. I believe the team of Ofsted inspectors saw the college’s heart and its character and witnessed first-hand the high expectations and aspirations we have for our students and how well they are supported to fulfil their potential. I believe this college is very special indeed and, as one of our stakeholders said to inspectors, a pillar of the communities we serve.”

Joining in Nichola’s praise, Professor Steven Broomhead, recently appointed Chair of Governors, also commented: “What a proud moment for Warrington & Vale Royal College. It highlights the outstanding efforts of our staff, students and Governors and is reflective of the wonderful work taking place at the college each and every day. On behalf of the Board of Governors, I congratulate everyone involved in achieving this well-deserved recognition.”

Find out more about Warrington & Vale Royal College here.

Smithy caught up with Principal and CEO, Nichola Newton on the Afternoon Show.  You can listen again right here.