Leading the way
Ian’s analysis stems from the Qualification Achievement Rates (QAR) report for 2021/22. QAR gives one measure of how well further education colleges and other training organisations perform.
The Bedford College Group comprises Bedford College, Shuttleworth College and Central Beds College in Bedfordshire and Tresham College in Northamptonshire.
It is the seventh largest college in the UK by income but is higher up the ratings in specific areas – including apprenticeships which are considered vital by the Government and welcomed by employers.
The Bedford College Group is leading the way with relationships with employers across a range of training from apprenticeships to continuing professional development for adults in the workplace.
Apprenticeship successes
This month a number of successes by individual apprentices have been announced by Tanya Baney, The Bedford College Group Head of Apprenticeships.
At the Corby campus of Tresham College two apprentices have won through to the regional heats of the World Skills electrical competition:
- Taylor Green, 17, from Rothwell, Year 2 apprentice with RB Electrical.
- Stacy Fiford, aged 24, from Peterborough a Year 3 apprentice with Optimum Installation.
