Description

Plumpton College is a specialized further education and land-based institution located in Plumpton, East Sussex, UK, with the postcode CA11 9PA. Recognized for excellence in agriculture, equine, land-based, and environmental-based education, Plumpton offers a diverse range of applied learning courses at the forefront of rural land-based industries.

The college campus covers approximately 550 hectares, boasting extensive amenities such as a farm, an equine center, and commercial nursery. Plumpton College strives to produce industry-ready graduates and has 1,900 learners and apprentices, with its teaching across various categories including Agriculture, Animal Management, Equine, Horticulture, On-Site Construction, and Refreshments and Hospitality.

Plumpton College enjoys long-standing ties with local businesses and institutions, providing students with enriching work-based learning opportunities, including collaboration with Plumpton Racecourse for equine students. The college is consistently highly rated by Ofsted, with outstanding outcomes. Plumpton's training and development programs also continue beyond graduation, with alumni receiving invaluable support for their careers.

Plumpton offers a variety of full-time courses spanning academic, vocational, and apprenticeships. Additionally, it runs Higher Education courses in partnership with the University of Greenwich, providing students access to Bachelor of Science and Foundation Degrees. The college is also home to the South East Farms Business Development Office, supporting colemns to operate efficiently and profitably.

Visitors looking to orient themselves at Plumpton College can find it at Sandbourne Road, Plumpton, Tunbridge Wells, TN22 5PB. The college's points of pride are its small group sizes and world-class teaching standards. Upon completion of their courses, students, including international learners, will earn an OFQAL Level 1–6 qualification, preparing them to pursue careers in their fields or to continue to higher-level studies.