Bridgwater & Taunton College (BTC) has achieved an extraordinary milestone in the further education sector, securing an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating across all categories, which underscores the College’s academic excellence and commitment to delivering an unparalleled educational experience.

Andy Berry CBE, Principal and CEO of the College, reflected,

I am incredibly proud of the whole team. The inspection week was intense yet enriching. We were able to demonstrate how we embed the pursuit of excellence and student success across all areas of the College. Our commitment is to bring out the best in every student, to ensure that each individual not only excels academically but thrives within a supportive and inspiring environment.  

This accolade is also a tribute to our incredible staff, whose unwavering dedication to student care and achievement is pivotal. It’s every member of staff’s commitment that empowers our students to shine – truly demonstrating our fantastic teamwork at BTC.

Denys Rayner, Chair of the Board of Governors, commented,

We are delighted that Ofsted have recognised the strength of learning provision and the focus our staff bring to support every learner across a broad range of subjects and campuses. It’s a huge accolade to be Outstanding in every category. This can only be achieved through a relentless determination to deliver teaching and learning to the highest standard, regardless of where you study within BTC.

I am delighted that Ofsted have underlined what we already knew: that Somerset has an outstanding College in BTC. One that is helping students gain the knowledge, skills and resilience they need to not just face the future but to thrive in it.

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