Northampton College, Northampton

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

Leaders and managers create a welcoming, calm and supportive environment for students and apprentices. Most students and apprentices, including those with high needs, feel valued and able to succeed.

Students and apprentices are satisfied with the standard of education that they receive. They enjoy attending college and are often proud of the work that they do. In most cases, they study courses and qualifications that have been chosen to match available career opportunities. As a result, most develop the skills and knowledge they need for future success. At the end of their courses, many move on to further study at the college or at university, while others secure or sustain employment.

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

Leaders and managers consider carefully the national, regional and local landscape when planning the curriculum. They have introduced courses and content to fill local skills gaps. For example, they have added heritage skills, such as making sash windows, to the level 2 carpentry and joinery apprenticeship.

Most teachers organise topics logically. They sensibly plan to revisit topics over the duration of courses. For example, in functional skills mathematics, teachers revisit each topic several times throughout the programme, each time at a deeper level. Most students and apprentices find their courses challenging and make suitable progress.

Quality of education, Behaviour & attitudes, Personal development, Leadership & management.

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