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‘Outstanding’ college earns top marks


by teaching staff. Following an inspection in March this year, Ofsted has announced that


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the college continues to be a ‘good’ provider with outstanding features, and the inspectors were particularly impressed with the quality of the teaching, which they described as “highly relevant to the jobs, careers and education to which learners aspire”. The report also highlighted the levels of care and support shown throughout


‘The wellbeing of our students is paramount to


the college, commenting that students felt safe and it was evident that the wellbeing of students and staff was at the heart of the college’s culture. During the two-day inspection, the inspectors were also impressed by the close links between local employers and the college. The report said: “Learners gain an insight into the industries they want to move into because teachers and leaders have built excellent relationships with local employers. This ensures the content of courses reflects current practice.” Jackie Grubb, Principal and Chief Executive, said:


everything we do at City College’


“The college is delighted to read such positive comments following the inspection in March. The wellbeing of our students is paramount to


everything we do at City College and this report demonstrates the commitment shown by staff to our


students and ensuring their progress. “The current situation means we are unable to


celebrate this report properly, but I want all of the students and staff to know how proud I am of their hard work and commitment - something that has continued to be evident in these challenging times.”


Jackie Grubb, Principal and Chief Executive Visit: www.cityplym.ac.uk College celebrates fourth


year as region’s top provider The students at City College Plymouth gained the top spot in the South West for both success in Apprenticeships, and for achievement for 16-18 year olds and those on level 3 courses. As a result of the hard work of students and staff, the Government’s


National Achievement Rates Tables for 2018/19 name City College Plymouth as the best college in the South West and second nationally for Apprenticeships, and first in the South West for achievement for 16-18 year olds. The tables also show that a majority of qualification rankings for


overall achievement have either maintained or improved with City College Plymouth being first in the South West for diplomas. English for Speakers of Other Languages courses and GCSE achievements are second in the South West, with basic skills (numeracy and literacy) and GCSE English and maths gaining third position.


Summer 2020 Chamber Profile 5


ity College Plymouth has been praised by Ofsted for creating an environment in which students are able to reach their potential thanks to the extensive knowledge and experience demonstrated


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