Outstanding Nelson and Colne College Group tops local and national achievement rate tables for adult learning

With an impressive 96.2% success rate, NCCG is officially the number one college in Lancashire for adult learners.

This means that adults who attend either Lancashire Adult Learning, Accrington and Rossendale College or Nelson and Colne College, have a greater chance of success within their qualifications than if they attended any other college across Lancashire.

The college is also second in the country within the same category.

Furthermore, NCCG also ranked as the second highest rated college in Lancashire and the entire country for all ages and all levels, and this success comes on the back of last year’s Outstanding OFSTED rating, which made NCCG the only Further Education college within the whole of Lancashire to hold the prestigious title.

But what does this mean for local communities and employers? NCCG's success simply translates into more 16–18-year-olds and adults moving on to their next steps – whether that be universities or high-value jobs. The new railway maintenance programme is a shining example of the difference returning to learning as an adult can make.

Tyler Thompson (22) who signed up for the programme in February commented on how it has turned his life around, taking him from a labourer, working a tiring job for low pay to a highly skilled engineer employed with the National Rail service, earning a wage he once thought not possible for someone with his qualifications.

Lisa O'Loughlin, NCCG's Principal and CEO said. “I am incredibly proud that the dedication of our students and staff, who have worked tirelessly to succeed, has been recognised within these achievement tables.

“The college group is proud to be able to work alongside our students to make such a positive impact on their lives and within the local community and we look forward to continuing our mission to provide excellent education and training opportunities for all.”

Chairman of the Board of Corporation at NCCG, Phil Wilkinson, said: “The results of the latest NART are truly exceptional for us. Our outstanding performance within this table is a testament to the hard work of our passionate teaching staff, our dedicated students, and our vibrant community.”