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16th July 2024
We are thrilled to announce that The City of Liverpool College (COLC) has been awarded the esteemed Chartered Institute for Further Education status, celebrating our exceptional standards in further education.
This prestigious accolade highlights our outstanding track record in delivering the vital skills needed in today’s Britain, placing us among an elite group of colleges across the UK to receive this honour.
Hot on the heels of our glowing Ofsted report, which praised our ‘Outstanding’ performance in areas like personal development and adult learning opportunities, this recognition is yet another feather in our cap. Inspectors from Ofsted described the student experience here at COLC as “transformative and life-enhancing,” underscoring the college’s positive impact.
The Chartered Institute for Further Education only bestows this status on colleges with exemplary long-term records of achievement, marking a significant milestone for the college.
COLC has been applauded for our high student achievement rates, national advocacy for the further education sector, as well as all the exceptional work we do directly with employers in nurturing future talent.
Damien Kilkenny, Deputy Principal at COLC, expressed his delight: “Being awarded this status, especially following our recent Ofsted report, is a wonderful testament to our dedication to high-quality education and skills development.
“This win is not only important for The College but also for the Liverpool City Region as a whole. It demonstrates the potential for skills development in the area and highlights the college’s role in shaping the economic future of the region. This accolade is a recognition of our dedication to excellence and our strong belief in the importance of further education in shaping the future of our society.”
The College was recently invited to Westminster to receive the award from CIFE Chairman, Lord Lingfield Kt DLitt EdD DL, who commented:
“On behalf of the Chartered Institution for Further Education, I was delighted to confer Membership on The City of Liverpool College. This prestigious status recognises the commitment that organisations make to upholding the highest standards in Further Education for the benefit of learners, employers and their wider communities. It is awarded only to providers that demonstrate a clear ethos of collaboration, excellence in leadership and governance and exemplary teaching and learning.”
As we join ranks of an exclusive group of leading further education institutions, COLC’s new status is a testament to our remarkable achievements and commitment to future-ready skills.
And what’s fantastic for all our students is that an accreditation assures them of a high-quality education that aligns perfectly with the needs of today’s economy. The Chartered Institute’s seal of approval validates COLC’s curriculum and our mission to prepare students for successful careers.
Local businesses and organisations partnering with us will also reap the benefits of this prestigious status. It stands as proof that we are at the forefront of developing skills to re-skill and upskill employees, providing an invaluable resource for top-tier education and training.
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