WHY CHOOSE US?
Did you know in 2019, we were Ofsted-rated ‘Good’? This makes us officially the highest rated college in Tyneside! So, rest assured, with so many courses, high quality training facilities and dedicated lecturers who bring the curriculum to life - your child’s future learning needs aren’t just in safe hands, but the best hands.
We are renowned for our friendly and welcoming atmosphere and great campus life as well as making sure our students receive one to one support not just with their studies but with their health and wellbeing. And that’s why, thousands of people from far and wide – those living locally, across the UK and over 30 countries worldwide – choose to study with us every year!
What’s more:
- Our world-renowned marine department awarded the Queens Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education 2019.
- Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ student accommodation
- National recognition as FE College of the Year, Overall FE Provider of the year (TES Awards)
- Student Experience of the Year (Educate North Awards)
- Silver National Pearson’s Teaching Award
Our relationship with our students extends beyond just getting them a qualification. We are dedicated to ensuring that all our learners have access to the highest level of careers guidance.
In line with statutory government legislation, our careers programme is designed to meet the Gatsby Benchmarks and is deeply embedded into curriculum. This includes impartial personal guidance from qualified professionals, providing encounters with further and higher education and ensuring that students have a strong understanding of their progression opportunities.
School Liaison Service:
Not sure what’s the right next step for your child? Our dedicated Careers Coach, Sandie, is your go-to person for all things careers, including vocational studies, apprenticeships and progression routes. Sandie can talk you through a range of options to make sure you’re making the right choice for your child.
Find out more about our Careers Coach and get in touch.
Browse courses
- City and Guilds Certificate in Hair and Beauty Level 1
- City and Guilds Certificate in Hairdressing and Barbering Level 1
- City and Guilds Diploma in Barbering Level 2
- City and Guilds Diploma in Barbering Level 3
- City and Guilds Diploma in Hairdressing and Beauty Level 1
- City and Guilds Diploma in Hairdressing Level 2
- City and Guilds Diploma in Hairdressing Level 3
- City and Guilds Diploma in Hairdressing Level 3 (19+)
- CACHE Certificate in Health and Social Care Level 3
- CACHE Certificate in Healthcare Support in 21st Century Level 2
- CACHE Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Level 3
- CACHE Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3
- CACHE Diploma Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings Level 1
- CACHE Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3
- City and Guilds Diploma in Food and Beverage Service Level 2
- City and Guilds Diploma in Preparing for a Career in the Hospitality Industry Level 1
- City and Guilds Diploma in Professional Cookery Level 2
- City and Guilds Diploma in Professional Cookery Level 3
- City and Guilds NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership Level 3
- BTEC Foundation Diploma in Creative Digital Game Development, Level 3
- Level 1 Aspire (Music, Media and Art)
- Pearson BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production (Film and Television)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production (Journalism and Interactive Publishing)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production (Radio Production)
- Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Creative Media Production (Film and Television)
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Creative Media Production (Film and Television)
- (Autism Specific) Employability Skills (NOCN Certificate in Employment Training and Personal Development)
- (Autism Specific) INT EDEXCEL Social and Emotional Pathway (Entry Level 2)
- (Autism Specific) INT EDEXCEL Social and Emotional Pathway (Entry Level 3)
- (Autism Specific) INT EDEXCEL Social and Emotional Pathway (Level 1)
- (Autism Specific) NOCN Independence Pathway (Entry Level 1 and 2)
- (Autism Specific) NOCN Independence Pathway (Entry Level 3)
- (Autism Specific) NOCN Independence Pathway (Level 1)
- NOCN Certificate Foundation in Using Employability Skills (Entry Level 2)
- NOCN Certificate Foundation Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development [SETPD]
- NOCN Certificate Skills Link - Living in the community
- NOCN College Introductory Certificate
- NOCN Supported Internship
- Pearsons Certificate Personal Progression (Life Skills)
- Pearsons Certificate Personal Progression (Social and Emotional)