It was further extended with a trip involving the College's Over 50s club students. An inspection team thoroughly examined the College's student achievements over the previous two years with 12 inspectors and an auditor spending time at the College observing lessons, tutorials and students work. The report published in June 2000 recognised the quality and standards being delivered at the College. Student retention and achievement rates are mostly above average for the sector. There are good support services for students.
Tutorials are effective.
Careers education and guidance are comprehensive. Most accommodation is modern and well maintained and it is easily accessible to students with restricted mobility. Computing equipment is of good quality. It is well managed and readily available to staff and students. Staff strive for the continuous improvement of provision.