Farnborough College of Technology - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)

Farnborough College of Technology
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The quality of education Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding
Personal development Outstanding
Leadership and management Outstanding
Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding
Adult learning programmes Outstanding
Education programmes for young people Outstanding
Provision for learners with high needs Outstanding
Apprenticeships Good
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Career Advice and Guidance: High-quality careers advice ensures learners are well-informed about their next steps.
Policies and Procedures: Highly experienced safeguarding team ensures all staff understand their roles.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Learners feel safe and can report incidents comfortably.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Learners participate in various additional activities and entrepreneurial competitions.
Work Experience/Internships: Almost all learners complete relevant work experience or work-related activities.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Learners engage in activities like the Couch to 5k challenge, enhancing their community involvement.
Academic Performance: Most learners achieve very well and move on to further or higher education and employment.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Sensible interventions help learners facing challenges to continue in their learning successfully.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Learners demonstrate excellent attitudes and high rates of attendance.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers use comprehensive understanding of learners’ needs to inform teaching.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Effective teaching strategies help learners make progress quickly.
Strengths/Challenges: Highly skilled staff tailor programs to meet learners’ needs, especially those with high needs.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Staff use rigorous assessments and provide constructive feedback.
STEM Facilities: Modern facilities for engineering and aerospace supported by local employers.
Study Areas/Libraries: High-quality learning environments and well-resourced working salons and labs.
Updating Resources: Continuous updating of materials and equipment reflecting industry standards.
School Culture and Ethos: Culture of mutual respect; learners and apprentices feel valued and respected.
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About Us

Farnborough College of Technology is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Hampshire, South East.

from age 16-99 yr.

78.80% of students completing their main study programme.

This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.

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Innovative, learner- and employer-focused, exceptional, and expanding 21st century college.
Our main goal has been affected and guided by the challenges and opportunities of the internal and external environments in which the College functions as well as the College's aspiration for students, staff, communities, and enterprises (mission, vision, and values).
The College now has a very strong high-performance attitude, and the culture of the College will build on top of this foundation over the course of the following five years as we work toward our transformational goal.
The Farnborough College of Technology is located at our Farnborough, Hampshire site.
On our second campus, which is situated in Aldershot, Hampshire, we have our Aldershot Construction College.
Located in Farnborough College of Technology, University Centre Farnborough offers a range of higher education courses and degrees awarded by the prestigious University of Surrey.
University Centre Farnborough is famous for its capacity to offer students with a high degree of help due to its small campus community and classroom-based instruction.
With Farnborough as the hub of British aviation, our Aerospace and Automotive Academy is dedicated to the study of engineering and vehicle repair.
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A level exam result

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A level Result School LA England
Average points 15.53 30.13 29.99
Average grade D- - -
Average points (Best 3) 15.26 29.06 29.55
Average Grade (Best 3) D- - -
AAB or higher 0.00% 15.42% 13.64%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 751 721 201
Students staying in education 34% 46.39% 58.59%
Students entering apprenticeships 13% 6.44% 6.08%
Students entering employment 30% 30.56% 21.14%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 15% 10.67% 9.05%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 22.35 32.96 33.4
Average grade D+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 20.69 30.6 32.48
Average Grade (Best 3) D - -
AAB or higher 0.0% 20.2% 17.69%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 939 849 248
Students staying in education 35% 50.11% 60.66%
Students entering apprenticeships 9% 5.28% 5%
Students entering employment 36% 28.17% 17.72%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 17% 11.39% 10.7%

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.

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A level Result School LA England
Average points 22.33 1 28.08 29.38
Average grade D+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 22.57 25.57 28.64
Average Grade (Best 3) D+ - -
AAB or higher 2.9% 13.64% 13.04%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 802 838 231
Students staying in education 25% 44.24% 57.28%
Students entering apprenticeships 16% 8.12% 7.78%
Students entering employment 43% 33.53% 20.99%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 13% 10.41% 8.8%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 23.85 4 27.72 29.02
Average grade D+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 22.79 8 26.52 28.82
Average Grade (Best 3) D+ - -
AAB or higher 0.0% 12.54% 13.34%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 21 3
Students staying in education 129 185.13% 31.48%
Students entering apprenticeships 7% 7.73% 5.54%
Students entering employment 34% 30.67% 15.8%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 7% 6.13% 4.22%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 27.77 27.92 26.73
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 30 26.63 27.74
Average Grade (Best 3) C - -
AAB or higher 3.3% 13.14% 12.63%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 17 3
Students staying in education 212 192.29% 36.22%
Students entering apprenticeships 11% 8.5% 6.37%
Students entering employment 48% 34.14% 20.04%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 6% 6.5% 4.23%
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