Barton Peveril Sixth Form College

Overview

Barton Peveril Sixth Form College is described as a place where learners feel safe, respected, and highly motivated. The inspection found that leaders have created a "calm and purposeful environment" that fosters trust and enables students to develop their own identities. Consequently, the vast majority of learners pass their qualifications, often with high grades, and are well-prepared for higher education or work.

Strengths

• Teachers are "highly qualified subject specialists" who plan "interesting and engaging lessons" and use assessment effectively to check understanding.
• The curriculum is "challenging while also being accessible," with specific programmes like Aspire and Access+ supporting progression to prestigious universities and aiding disadvantaged learners.
• Learners benefit from the "Q-extra programme," which offers a wide range of activities to develop personal skills, confidence, and employability.
• Leaders maintain "consistently high-quality teaching" through effective quality assurance processes and pay close attention to staff well-being.
• The college makes a "reasonable contribution to meeting skills needs" by collaborating closely with universities and local employers.

Areas to improve

• Leaders must ensure teachers have "sufficient information about high needs learners’ social, emotional and behavioural areas for development" to fully support their progress in these essential wider skills.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff identifying vulnerable learners quickly and ensuring students understand how to keep safe online and in relationships.