Waltham Forest College is proud to announce its achievement in securing the highly sought-after Association of College (AoC) Beacon Award for Excellence in Careers and Enterprise. This prestigious award was revealed at a distinguished ceremony in Westminster, which celebrates the most pioneering practices in UK further education (FE) colleges.
This exceptional recognition underscores the College’s unwavering commitment to providing students with the essential tools, guidance, and opportunities they need to excel in their careers and entrepreneurial pursuits.
Waltham Forest College continues to lead by example, delivering world-class education and offering exceptional support to its diverse student body, ensuring that each individual is empowered to thrive both academically and in their future career paths.
The AoC Beacon Awards celebrate the hard work, passion, and excellence of staff who go above and beyond to create transformative educational experiences. They inspire collaboration and the sharing of best practices across the sector, setting a higher standard for excellence in education nationwide.
Janet Gardner, Principal and CEO of Waltham Forest College, said;
“The prestigious national AoC Beacon Awards continually drives excellence as the standard across the Further Education Sector and highlights the exceptional work of staff in our colleges. I am delighted that Waltham Forest College has been recognised for the innovative work of our staff, in collaboration with our partner employers, to support our students to #ThinkBig and progress into great careers. The Beacon Award will further strengthen our reputation and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to delivering an outstanding education for our local communities. We are proud to be one of the Beacon Award recipients and would highly recommend other colleges to apply, fostering a culture of high aspirations and achievement.”
In addition to this major achievement, the College has also been named a finalist for the NOCN Award for Mental Health and Wellbeing, further emphasising its dedication to the holistic development of students - prioritising their academic, personal, and emotional well-being.
The AoC Beacon Awards stand as a powerful reflection of the transformative impact being made by colleges across the UK.
For further information, please visit the College website on www.waltham.ac.uk
