Morley College London

Overview

Morley College London is a dedicated institute for adult learning offering a wide range of courses, particularly in creative arts, English, and mathematics. The inspection found that learners study in a "calm and well-ordered environment" with "consistently high" attendance, benefiting from teachers with "excellent reputations" and "industry-standard facilities."

Strengths

• Learners build "positive relationships" with staff and take pride in exhibiting their work in college galleries and external events.
• Leaders work "highly effectively" with employers and community partners to design courses that meet local skills needs and support disadvantaged learners.
• Teachers are "highly qualified" and often practising professionals who use their expertise to deepen learners’ understanding of subjects.
• The college promotes "diversity and inclusion," with learners engaging in activities such as LGBTQ+ themed exhibitions and visits to museums.
• Governors provide "effective oversight" of the curriculum through themed learning walks and appropriate challenge to leaders.

Areas to improve

• Leaders should ensure learners on study programmes achieve qualifications "consistently well" across all subjects, particularly where achievement is currently too low.
• Leaders must ensure all learners, including those with high needs, know when planned work experience will take place and benefit from "timely" placements.
• Leaders should develop a curriculum for adult learners to raise awareness about the "dangers and risks of radicalisation and extremism."

Safeguarding

The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with staff receiving relevant training and concerns being recorded and reported appropriately.