College in Guernsey receives good rating

Ofsted also noted the college building was "ageing and poor quality"

A college in Guernsey has received a "good" rating in all eight categories of an external inspection.

The College of Further Education, part of The Guernsey Institute, was inspected by Ofsted - which found the school to have "well planned" curriculums, an inclusive atmosphere and a safe environment for students.

However, Ofsted also noted the college building was "ageing and poor quality", something the States have been trying to find funding for to build a new campus.

Dr Louise Misselke, College of Further Education principal, said the college was "delighted with the overwhelmingly positive feedback".

She said: "This reflects the unwavering commitment of our staff team to our students whatever their age.

"The report also serves as an ongoing statement of our commitment to the local community in ensuring we both meet the needs of individual students and the needs of our local employers and community."

The report found adult learners were supported to achieve their career and personal goals, apprentices enjoyed their classes, and lecturers played a "pivotal role" in fostering diversity, promoting positive discussions and "instilling a sense of community".

Deputy Andrea Dudley-Owen, president of the Committee for Education, Sport & Culture, said the sites were "simply not fit for purpose" and did not match the rating.

She said: "While this is noted in the inspection report, with inspectors finding that some students’ teaching and learning experiences are restricted because of the poor quality of facilities, this only further demonstrates how impressive the college’s inspection gradings are.

"We must collectively ensure The Guernsey Institute receives the support it deserves, so that it can take what is already a fantastic offering and further develop for the benefit of the whole community."