North Kent College

Type General Further Education and Tertiary / Further education
Age Range 16-99
Religion Does not apply
Address Oakfield Lane
Dartford
Kent
DA1 2JT
Reference Number 130725

North Kent College is performing well, achieving a 'Good' rating overall during this inspection. The college is recognized for its outstanding behavior and attitudes among learners, who thrive in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Learners engage in a variety of vocational programs and benefit from industry-standard resources which help them develop valuable skills for employment. The leadership is effective, and there is a strong emphasis on preparing learners for their next steps in education or careers. However, while positive progress is evident, there are areas identified for improvement, particularly regarding the breadth of work-related experiences and the need for enhanced feedback mechanisms for apprentices. Significantly, the college has recently expanded its campuses and offerings, creating a diverse learning atmosphere that caters to nearly 4,000 young learners and about 300 adult learners. The college's commitment to high standards includes tailored support for students with high needs, although there are challenges in fostering independence and work placement opportunities for some learners. The governors effectively support the college's mission and strategy, indicating a solid foundation for continued growth and student success.

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 Outstanding
  >  Personal Development Good
  >  Leadership & Management Good
Last Report Date 27 Feb 2024
Date Report
27 Feb 2024 Full inspection:
09 Nov 2021 Monitoring visit
25 Nov 2020 Monitoring visit
29 Nov 2017 Short inspection:
10 Feb 2014 Full inspection:
22 Nov 2010 Full inspection:
29 Jan 2009 Monitoring visit
13 Mar 2008 Reinspection
22 May 2007 Monitoring visit
27 Nov 2006 Full inspection:
15 Nov 2004 Reinspection
18 Nov 2002 Full inspection
10 Jan 2002 Full inspection
07 Dec 2000 Full inspection

Strengths

  • Outstanding behavior and attitudes of learners
  • Welcoming and inclusive environment
  • High-quality industry-standard resources
  • Effective leadership with high aspirations for all learners
  • Strong support for learners with high needs
  • Comprehensive career advice and guidance
  • Successful collaboration with local employers to meet skills needs

Areas for Improvement

  • Limited range of enrichment activities
  • Insufficient participation in external work placements
  • Inconsistent feedback for some apprentices
  • Need to enhance independence for high needs learners

Name Distance
Wilmington Primary School
Common Lane, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7DF
0.36 miles
Oakfield Primary Academy
Oakfield Lane, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2SW
0.42 miles
Westgate Primary School
Summerhill Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2LP
0.84 miles
Wentworth Primary School
Wentworth Drive, Dartford, Kent, DA1 3NG
1.02 miles
West Hill Primary Academy
Dartford Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 3DZ
1.02 miles
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Dartford
King Edward Avenue, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2HX
1.05 miles
Joydens Wood Infant School
Park Way, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2JD
1.15 miles
Joydens Wood Junior School
Birchwood Drive, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7NE
1.21 miles
Maypole Primary School
Franklin Road, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7UZ
1.22 miles
Leigh Academy Dartford
York Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1SQ
1.3 miles
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Dartford
Chatsworth Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5AF
1.4 miles
Hextable Primary School
Rowhill Road, Hextable, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7RL
1.5 miles
River Mill Primary School
Central Road, Dartford, DA1 5XR
1.68 miles
Haberdashers' Crayford Primary
Iron Mill Lane, Crayford, Dartford, Kent, DA1 4RS
1.77 miles
St Pauls' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
School Lane, Swanley Village, Kent, BR8 7PJ
1.78 miles
St Anselm's Catholic Primary School
Littlebrook Manor Way, Temple Hill, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5EA
1.82 miles
The Gateway Primary Academy
Milestone Road, Dartford, Kent, DA2 6DW
1.85 miles
Temple Hill Primary Academy
St Edmund's Road, Temple Hill, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5ND
1.85 miles
St Paulinus Church of England Primary School
Iron Mill Lane, Crayford, Dartford, Kent, DA1 4RW
1.92 miles
Fleetdown Primary Academy
Lunedale Road, Darenth, Dartford, Kent, DA2 6JX
1.92 miles
Name Distance
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls
Parsons Lane, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7BB
0.4 miles
Wilmington Grammar School for Boys
Common Lane, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7DA
0.44 miles
Leigh Academy Wilmington
Common Lane, Wilmington, Kent, DA2 7DR
0.51 miles
Dartford Science & Technology College
Heath Lane, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2LY
0.66 miles
Dartford Grammar School for Girls
Shepherds Lane, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2NT
0.77 miles
Dartford Grammar School
West Hill, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2HW
0.9 miles
Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy
Green Street Green Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1QE
1.46 miles
Haberdashers' Crayford Academy
Iron Mill Lane, Crayford, Dartford, Kent, DA1 4RS
1.79 miles
Shenstone School
94 Old Road, Crayford, Kent, DA1 4DZ
1.99 miles
Leigh UTC Dartford
Brunel Way, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5TF
2.12 miles
Endeavour Academy Bexley
Woodside Road, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA7 6LB
2.16 miles
Stone Lodge School
Stone Lodge Road, Dartford, Kent, DA2 6FY
2.19 miles
The Annex School House
Pembroke House, Leydenhatch Lane, Hextable, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7PS
2.34 miles
St Columba's Catholic Boys' School
Halcot Avenue, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7QB
2.42 miles
Beths Grammar School
Hartford Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 1NE
2.43 miles
St Catherine's Catholic School
Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7QJ
2.47 miles
Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy
Beechenlea Lane, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8DR
2.54 miles
Orchards Academy
St Mary's Road, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7TE
2.85 miles
Woodside Academy
Colyers Lane, Erith, Kent, DA8 3PB
2.96 miles
Townley Grammar School
Townley Road, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AB
2.96 miles
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