Bradford College, Bradford

What is it like to be a learner with this provider?

Learners and apprentices demonstrate highly positive attitudes to their studies. They conduct themselves professionally and are proud of where they study. Apprentices, who are highly motivated, understand what is required of them for their next steps and swiftly acquire the behaviours required by their employers. Adults engage fully in classroom debate, offering perspectives from lived experiences to enrich discussion on topics such as genetic diseases. As a result, learners and apprentices quickly develop the behaviours and attributes that they need for learning and work.

Staff set very high expectations for learners' and apprentices' behaviour. Learners and apprentices demonstrate very high standards of conduct and work collaboratively with their peers. For example, in level 3 applied science, learners work in small groups, with each taking on different roles to complete experiments successfully, and lead professional discussions to evaluate their findings.

What does the provider do well and what does it need to do better?

Leaders have created a truly inclusive culture at the college. They are ambitious for learners and apprentices from the most disadvantaged backgrounds to succeed at the college. Leaders have a good understanding of learners' and apprentices' diverse needs and take effective steps to reduce barriers to learning. They provide high-quality facilities with social and independent learning spaces, including for virtual reality activities and videoconferencing. Leaders also provide free bus passes, breakfasts and learning tools such as backpacks, stationery and academic planners to help learners and apprentices while at college. Learners and apprentices value their education and demonstrate a high level of commitment.

Leaders and managers have developed a broad curriculum with entry points at multiple levels to ensure that prior attainment presents no barrier to future learning.

Behaviour & attitudes.

Quality of education, Personal development, Leadership & management.

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