The Isle of Wight College
| Type | General Further Education and Tertiary / Further education |
| Age Range | 16-99 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Medina Way Newport Isle of Wight PO30 5TA |
| Reference Number | 130724 |
The Isle of Wight College is performing well, demonstrating a good standard of overall effectiveness across various educational domains. The college offers a broad curriculum that meets the needs of its diverse student population, including significant support for those with high needs, where the provision is outstanding. Both students and apprentices report positive experiences and are well-prepared for their future pathways, benefiting from good facilities and a respectful culture ingrained in the college environment. However, while many students excel, there are concerns regarding the consistent delivery of high-quality education in English and mathematics, particularly at the functional skills level, where progress is insufficient.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 26 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2023 | Full inspection: |
| 23 May 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 25 May 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 30 Apr 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Oct 2006 | Monitoring visit |
| 06 Oct 2003 | Inspection |
Strengths
- Excellent support and progress for students with high needs.
- Strong partnerships with local employers and stakeholders.
- High-quality facilities that enhance the learning experience.
- Inclusive and respectful college culture.
- Well-designed curriculum aligned with local skills needs.
- Effective feedback mechanisms for students' improvement.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent quality of teaching in GCSE and functional skills English and mathematics.
- Too many apprentices do not complete their qualifications on time.
- Lack of comprehensive personal development opportunities for all adult learners and apprentices.
| Name | Distance |
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Hunnyhill Ormiston Academy
Forest Road, Isle of Wight, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5SH |
0.4 miles |
|
Newport Church of England Aided Primary School
Hazel Close, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5GD |
0.58 miles |
|
Medina House School
School Lane, Newport Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight, PO30 2HS |
0.63 miles |
|
Barton Primary School
Furrlongs, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2AX |
0.67 miles |
|
Summerfields Primary School
Atkinson Drive, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2LJ |
0.74 miles |
|
Nine Acres Primary School
South View, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1QP |
0.76 miles |
|
Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School
Wellington Road, Carisbrooke, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5QT |
1.01 miles |
|
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
High Street, Carisbrooke, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1NR |
1.17 miles |
|
Northwood Primary School
Wyatts Lane, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 8PU |
2.27 miles |
|
Queensgate Foundation Primary
Beatrice Avenue, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO32 6PA |
2.78 miles |
|
Wootton Community Primary School
Wootton Bridge, Church Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 4PT |
2.9 miles |
|
Arreton St George's Church of England (Aided) Primary School
School Lane, Main Road, Arreton, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 3AD |
3.12 miles |
|
Lanesend Primary School
Love Lane, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7ES |
3.25 miles |
|
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Millfield Avenue, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO32 6AS |
3.88 miles |
|
Gurnard Primary School
Baring Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 8DS |
3.9 miles |
|
Newchurch Primary School
School Lane, Newchurch, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0NL |
4.86 miles |
|
Binstead Primary School
Hazlemere Avenue, Binstead, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3SA |
4.97 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Medina College
Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2DX |
0.72 miles |
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Christ The King College
Wellington Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5QT |
1.03 miles |
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Carisbrooke College
Mountbatten Drive, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5QU |
1.04 miles |
|
St George's School
Watergate Rd, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1XW |
1.12 miles |
|
Priory School
Beatrice Avenue, Whippingham, Isle of Wight, PO32 6LP |
2.55 miles |
|
Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy
Crossfield Avenue, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 8HB |
3.94 miles |