History
The college operates with a broad curriculum to reflect the needs of the island community. The College is the island's major provider of further education and training for some 8,000 learners and has built more accommodation over the past five years. It is also a Centre of Vocational Excellence (CoVE) in four areas; care, hospitality, marine engineering and early years.
In a recent Office for Standards in Education inspection The College was rated as a Grade 1, a common grade. The inspectors commented:
"The Isle of Wight College is an outstanding college that is working most effectively to meet the needs of the island community. Standards are very high and improving for all learners who make outstanding progress during their time at The College. Teaching and learning are good and improving. Guidance and support for learners are outstanding."
The College's supposed goals are:
- Putting Students First
- Working with Employers
- Raising Community Aspirations
The 2012 pass rates for the school were 98% pass rate with 76% A* to C for A Level.
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