Why choose us?

Reasons to choose Cornwall College

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Why choose us?

Embarking on your educational journey can be a daunting task, but with Cornwall College Group, you’ll find comprehensive support to help you make informed decisions about your future. With campuses in Camborne, Newquay, and St Austell, alongside specialist land-based and marine partner colleges like Duchy College, Bicton College, and Falmouth Marine School, we offer a diverse array of vocational training options for learners across Cornwall and beyond.

As the region’s largest education and training provider, serving over 13,000 learners annually and boasting a track record of almost 20,000 successful apprenticeships in fifteen years, we are proud to be recognized as the top college in Cornwall for education and training.

We have over

12000

learners studying with us in 2023/24

We have over

5400

people who have started their apprenticeships within the past 5 years

Study at one of our

10

campuses in Cornwall and Devon

Quality teaching and high achievement rates

Experience the pinnacle of education and training at Cornwall College, Cornwall’s top-ranked college for education and training. Benefit from our dedicated team of experienced tutors, fostering an inspiring learning environment with smaller class sizes than traditional universities. Receive personalized attention and support that enhances your employability and prepares you for further study.

Our comprehensive tutorial support, coupled with impartial careers guidance, ensures your success beyond the classroom. Upon completion of your qualifications, explore a multitude of progression routes or choose to top up your credentials at a university.

At Cornwall College, we’re committed to your academic and professional advancement, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth and achievement.

Ofsted Good

In February 2022, The Cornwall College Group was inspected by Ofsted: the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. The week-long inspection focused on the quality and standards of our services across the Group, which includes Cornwall Colleges in Camborne, St Austell and Newquay, Duchy Colleges in Rosewarne and Stoke Climsland, Falmouth Marine School, Sisna Park, Bicton College in Devon, and CCB Training. The Group received a Grade 2 “Good” rating for each of the 8 areas inspected, resulting in a report full of praise for the Group’s standards, progress and services.

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Cornwall College University Centre

Discover the Cornwall College University Centre, offering a diverse array of degree programs at prestigious, world-renowned locations, providing students with unparalleled opportunities for academic growth and success.

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TEF Silver Award

Cornwall College has been awarded the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) overall Silver rating, a prestigious accolade highlighting excellence in teaching and student outcomes.  

The rating means that “The student experience and student outcomes are typically very high quality,” “The student experience is typically very high quality,” and that “Student outcomes are typically very high quality.” 

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News

The Cornwall College Group tops education and training results   

The Cornwall College Group tops education and training results   

7 months
The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) is the top FE college for Education and Training in Cornwall, according to the latest Government figures. The Department for Education (DfE) data encompasses student achievement statistics based on qualifications across 16- to 18-year-olds and adults. John Evans, Principal and Chief Executive of TCCG, said the news was “a testament to the fantastic efforts of ou Read More
Celebrating Apprenticeship Excellence

Celebrating Apprenticeship Excellence

9 months
The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) set out to create something truly special when it launched The Apprenticeship Games, a unique initiative highlighting the skills, enthusiasm and drive of apprentices. Launched in 2017, the Games have grown significantly in size and scope, becoming a sought-after event for regional businesses and organisations involved with apprenticeships. Hosted annually on diffe Read More
Ofsted awards The Cornwall College Group highest judgement – significant progress – following monitoring visit 

Ofsted awards The Cornwall College Group highest judgement – significant progress – following monitoring visit 

4 years
Ofsted has awarded the highest possible outcome for The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), following a successful monitoring inspection in February.    The college group, which has been setting high expectations and heavily investing in its student experiences, facilities and teaching, was given the rare accolade of “significant progress” in the recently published report compiled by Her Majes Read More