South Staffordshire College
South Staffordshire College is a further education school in Stafford for pupils aged 16 to 99. The latest Ofsted rating for South Staffordshire College is Good, from an inspection in May 2024.
Ofsted inspection: May 2024. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | General Further Education and Tertiary / Further education |
| Age Range | 16-99 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Rodbaston Drive Penkridge Stafford ST19 5PH |
| Reference Number | 135658 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
South Staffordshire College has been rated as good overall in its latest inspection, reflecting its solid performance across various domains of education, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, and leadership and management. The college serves a diverse group of approximately 6,100 learners through its multiple campuses, which offer a wide range of vocational and community learning courses. Notably, the college has a strong commitment to supporting learners with high needs, ensuring they have access to appropriate teaching and resources.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 16 Apr 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 Apr 2024 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Nov 2021 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Oct 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 06 Mar 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 15 May 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Nov 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Apr 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Mar 2011 | Monitoring visit |
| 08 Jun 2009 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Learners benefit from a safe and positive learning environment.
- Strong engagement with local stakeholders to meet community skills needs.
- Effective personal development curriculum tailored for younger learners.
- Teachers have extensive vocational experience that enhances learning.
- Focus on meaningful work experiences for learners and apprentices.
Areas for Improvement
- Attendance at English and mathematics lessons needs improvement.
- Not all adult learners have access to appropriate careers guidance.
- More capable learners are not always sufficiently challenged in lessons.
- Teachers for learners with high needs need to better adapt resources.
- Many learners lack awareness of the risks associated with radicalisation.
Points
| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 22.44 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | D+ | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | SUPP | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|
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What is South Staffordshire College's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for South Staffordshire College is Good, from an inspection in May 2024.
When was South Staffordshire College last inspected by Ofsted?
South Staffordshire College was last inspected in May 2024.
What age range does South Staffordshire College cover?
South Staffordshire College for pupils aged 16 to 99.
Where is South Staffordshire College?
South Staffordshire College is at Rodbaston Drive, Penkridge, Stafford, ST19 5PH.