Information for parents

Worcester College of Technology is a large general further education college situated in the centre of Worcester. The college has two main sites and provides courses at several other locations throughout the city. Most learners are from Worcestershire with the remainder from surrounding counties. The college’s mission is to provide ‘outstanding learning for successful lives’.

In 2009 2,085 learners aged 16 to 18 were on full-time courses and a further 371 were on part-time courses. In addition, 348 adult learners were on full-time courses and 4,395 were studying part time. Some 342 learners were apprentices on work-based learning programmes and 394 pupils attended courses from local schools.

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OfSTED Inspection Report 2009

Key strengths:

• high success rates for adult learners
• positive outcomes for many learners including vulnerable groups
• good teaching and learning
• outstanding response to learners, employers and community needs
• highly effective pastoral and welfare support
• strong leadership and good governance
• good promotion of equality of opportunity
• highly effective use of learners’ voice in decision making processes.

Pass Rates

A levels – second largest provision in the County, 97% pass rate with more than 50% getting top grades. 70% of students went to University last year, more than double the City average.

Diplomas – Every subject can be studied at Worcester except horticulture and animal care. 95% Pass rate. Students have completed their course and moved onto exciting careers all over the world.

Courses ranging from Level 1 - 5 are offered (level 2 is equivalent to GCSEs). This means we have courses for everyone what ever their age or ability.

Find out what parents think of the College

Hi Chris,

At the moment it feels as though we are part of a fairy tale, for both of our daughters to attain a place at the university that they had set their hearts on from childhood is astonishing.

The decision Olivia made by choosing to study with you in Worcester will probably be one of the best decisions she will ever make in her life, as it has proven beyond doubt that it was the correct one.

Veronica and I can't thank you enough as we recognise the important part you have played in guiding Olivia through this years work, you have encouraged her to keep focused which combined with her work, has given Olivia the option of making it to Loughborough, in what will be a highly significant period in their history, due to the GB squad using the facilities for the Olympic games in 2012,I really don't think we could of written a better script.

Please pass on our heart felt thanks to all of the staff that have given Olivia this fantastic opportunity, we also recognise the support Olivia has been given by her fellow students as they have played their part in encouraging her. Please keep us advised of any support that she may require to make sure she attains the remaining grades required.

Very best regards,

Nick